> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.relyant.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Add a Supplier

> Create a new supplier record in your organization's vendor directory

<Note>
  **Required role:** **Admin** or **Manager**
</Note>

## Steps

<Steps>
  <Step title="Go to Suppliers">
    In the left sidebar, click **Procurement**, then **Suppliers**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Add Supplier">
    Click the **Add Supplier** button in the top-right corner.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter supplier details">
    Fill in the supplier information:

    * **Name** — the supplier's company name
    * **Contact name** — your primary contact at the supplier
    * **Email** — the contact email address
    * **Phone** — the contact phone number
    * **Address** — the supplier's physical or mailing address
    * **Notes** — any relevant details (e.g., account number, payment terms, preferred contact method)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save">
    Click **Save**. The supplier will now appear in your supplier directory and be available to select when creating purchase orders.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Next steps

<Card title="Create a Purchase Order" icon="cart-shopping" href="/procurement/purchase-orders/overview">
  Start creating purchase orders linked to your suppliers.
</Card>