Why do I need to raise a Purchase Order - University of Oxford

Why do I need to raise a Purchase Order Purchasing Department Finance Division 14 September 2010 Page 1. Minimizes Risk • A purchase order provides a clear statement to the supplier of what is being purchased, the agreed cost, and the payment terms of the University. • Communicating this in advance in an approved document minimizes the likelihood of queries, disputes and possible legal consequences. … ................
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