Purchase Order Fundamentals

Live Webinar or Recording

July 23, 2025, 11:00 am - 12:40 pm Eastern

Credit: CPE: 2, ISM: 1.5, QPANJ: 2, ATATX: 1.5, ATAPU: 1.5 (Live Only)

Purchase Orders (POs) are a foundational part of procurement but are often misunderstood, leading to costly mistakes and inefficiencies. In this comprehensive webinar, Kenneth Jones will guide you through the full lifecycle of the PO process—from the initial request to final payment and delivery. With clear explanations and real-world examples, Kenneth will demystify common misconceptions and teach you how to avoid frequent errors that plague PO workflows. Whether you’re new to POs or looking to refine your approach, this session offers practical knowledge you can immediately apply.

The webinar will cover essential steps such as drafting and issuing POs, best practices for receiving goods, and handling payments correctly. You’ll also explore modern procurement techniques, including the use of online ordering systems and procurement cards. Gain insights into internal stakeholder considerations and discover tracking methods that help you proactively prevent issues. By the end of the session, you’ll walk away with the clarity and confidence needed to manage POs with efficiency and accuracy.

Topics Covered:

• Drafting accurate and complete Purchase Orders
• Understanding and negotiating payment terms
• Effective delivery tracking and issue resolution
• Recognizing internal stakeholder needs
• Exploring alternate ordering methods including online systems and procurement cards

Your Benefits for Attending:

• Understand how to initiate the PO process
• Learn best practices for receiving and verifying orders
• Gain knowledge of the proper payment procedures
• Learn how to track deliveries and avoid common issues
• Understand the online ordering process as it relates to POs
• Gain a better understanding of the processes used with procurement cards
• Build confidence to avoid the most common pitfalls in the PO process

This webinar provides actionable insights and real-world strategies that will enhance your purchasing workflow and improve accuracy across your procurement practices.

Who Should Attend:

This session is ideal for purchasing agents, finance professionals, procurement managers, and anyone involved in ordering or payment processes within an organization.

Guest Speaker: Kenneth Jones

Level: Basic

Format: Live Webcast

Field of Study: General

Program Prerequisites: None

Advanced Preparation: None

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This program may be used for Continuing Education Hours (CEH) toward recertification for programs offered by the Institute for Supply Management®, including the Certified Professional in Supply Management® and Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity®.

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Aurora Training Advantage is offering continuing education points designed to recognize dedication to training and excellence in purchasing.