How To: Create a Purchase Order Manually


Purchase Orders are used to order stock from suppliers and track incoming goods. Once created, a Purchase Order can be printed and sent directly to the supplier.

Create a New Purchase Order

  1. Open the Purchase Order screen (Show me how).
  2. Press Ctrl + N or click New to create a new Purchase Order.
  3. Use the available filters to locate the required supplier.
  4. Double-click the supplier to create the Purchase Order.

Add Stock Items

  1. Press F3 or click Add Item.
  2. Use the filters to find the required stock item.
  3. Double-click the stock item to add it to the Purchase Order.
  4. Update the following fields as required:
    • Qty for the quantity being ordered.
    • Unit Price if the supplier's price needs to be adjusted.
  5. Repeat the process until all required items have been added to the order.

Check the Delivery Address

  1. Open the [ Delivery Address ] tab.
  2. Review the delivery address.
  3. Update the address if the goods should be delivered to a different location.
Tip: Always verify the delivery address before sending the Purchase Order to the supplier.

Save the Purchase Order

  1. Press Ctrl + S or click Save.
The Purchase Order is now stored in Khaos Control and ready to be sent to the supplier.
  1. Press Ctrl + P or click Print.
  2. Select the required print, email or export option.
  3. Send the Purchase Order to the supplier as required.

Additional Information

  • Purchase Orders can contain one or multiple stock items.
  • Quantities and prices can be amended before the order is processed.
  • Supplier-specific pricing may be applied automatically if supplier price lists have been configured.
  • The delivery address can be changed before the Purchase Order is sent to the supplier.

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