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PurchasesJuly 12, 20261 min read
Managing Suppliers in RetailCore
Step-by-step guide to adding suppliers, creating purchase orders, and tracking payments.
Adding a Supplier
- Navigate to Dashboard > Purchases > Suppliers
- Click Add Supplier
- Enter supplier details:
- Name and contact person
- Phone, email, and address
- Payment terms (net 30, COD, etc.)
- Tax identification number
- Click Save
Creating a Purchase Order
- Go to Dashboard > Purchases > Invoices
- Click New Purchase Invoice
- Select supplier from the list
- Add products with quantities and prices
- Review and submit
Payments
Record payments against purchase invoices:
- Open the purchase invoice
- Click Add Payment
- Enter payment amount and method
- The supplier balance updates automatically
Supplier Reports
- Supplier Ledger: View all transactions with a supplier
- Aging Report: See outstanding payments by age
- Purchase History: Analyze purchasing patterns
Tip: Set up automatic purchase orders for frequently ordered items.