Supplier collaboration
Collaboration with DeLaval suppliers is governed by structured processes designed to ensure efficiency, compliance, and operational excellence. These processes cover all stages of the supplier relationship, including qualification, sourcing activities, contracting, ordering, and performance management.
Purchase orders
A purchase order (PO) is a formal request from DeLaval to a supplier to deliver materials or services in a specified quantity, at an agreed date, and under defined terms and conditions. A PO is a legal document.
A supplier should always require a formal (written) PO from DeLaval, including the PO number, delivery instructions, and invoice address.
A formal PO forms the basis for issuing an invoice and processing payment.