In practice
Staffing firms submit candidates through the VMS portal. Rules about rates, markup and submission limits are set by the client or its managed service provider.
How it shows up in a posting
“Please submit through the VMS by Friday 5 PM.” The client will only see candidates entered in its portal.
Common mistakes
- Emailing resumes when the client only accepts VMS submissions.
- Missing submission limits per requirement.
- Not recording VMS requirement IDs against your own records.
Where this fits in a staffing workflow
Most of the day-to-day work around this term is finding the right requirements and getting a clean submission out quickly. MatchWire automates the sourcing, matching and resume tailoring steps and leaves the judgment calls to your recruiters.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a VMS and an ATS?
A VMS is run by the client to manage vendors. An ATS is run by a staffing firm or employer to track candidates.