Introduction

This article explains how to create a new supplier in TRAEDE and outlines what a supplier represents within the system. In TRAEDE, a supplier is a company that provides finished goods — not raw materials.

How to add a new supplier

Follow these steps to create a supplier:

1. Navigate to Production → Suppliers.

2. Click Add supplier.

3. Enter a supplier number (you define this).

4. Enter the supplier name.

5. Choose the currency that the supplier invoices you in.

   • This must reflect the invoice currency, not necessarily your own accounting currency.

6. Click Create supplier.
   You will now arrive on the supplier profile page.

Completing the supplier profile

Inside the supplier profile, you can fill in additional important details:

✓ Payment terms

Define the payment terms agreed with the supplier.

✓ Way of delivery

Specify how goods are delivered (e.g., FOB, EXW, CIF).

✓ VAT number

Add the supplier’s VAT number if relevant.

✓ Comments

Record any internal notes.

Adding the supplier address (important!)

It is strongly recommended to add an address for every supplier.

Why?
When you later book production orders, the supplier’s address is used to determine the correct VAT rate. Without an address, VAT calculations may be incorrect.

Adding supplier contact persons

If you plan to send production orders directly from TRAEDE, add at least one contact person:

1. Scroll to the Contact persons section.

2. Click Add contact person.

3. Enter a name, email, and optional phone number.

4. Click Add.

These contacts will be used for automated PO communication.