Warehouse Supply Chain Management Best Practices Revealed Workflow

Step 1: Receive Purchase Order

Type: Fill Checklist

In this initial stage of the purchasing process, the receiving department is notified that an external company has submitted a purchase order for goods or services. The notification typically originates from the procurement team and includes details about the type of items ordered, quantities required, and expected delivery dates. The purchasing agent responsible for managing this workflow step verifies the information received to ensure accuracy and confirm receipt of the purchase order. This verification process involves reviewing the contents of the document against existing records to validate any discrepancies or omissions. Once verified, the purchase order is logged into a system where it can be tracked throughout its lifecycle, providing visibility to stakeholders across different departments within the organization.