This guide explains how to review and compare supplier quotes.
Step 1: Return to your Sourcing Request page
Start by returning to the product request page once all quotes are received. You should receive an email each time a supplier provides a quote. You can now review the quotes from different suppliers side by side.
Step 2: Check product name, supplier and how you purchase
The product name offered by the supplier is at the top of the card. In some cases this will be a brand name. The suppliers logo or name will be present, if you are connected with that supplier.
If you have a Direct Relationship with a supplier, you will see your account manager's name, as well as text stating 'You purchase directly from {supplier}.
Step 3: Check price, validity and incoterm
The price per unit of measure, valid to date and incoterm are all present.
Step 4. Check the Terms of Sale and documentation
You can view the individual terms of the supplier, additional quote details and any technical documents provided by the supplier.
Step 5: Check offer details
Look for additional offer details such as the minimum order quantity (MOQ), current and delivery locations.
Step 6: Check Approval Status
Check to see if the material has previously been 'Approved' on ChemCloud. If so, you can click through to the Approved Material page by clicking on the 'AM-XXXXXX' unique identifier of that approved material.
Step 7. Check Product and Manufacturer details
Suppliers can add product details (like CAS, INCI and product certifications), they can also add details about the manufacturer including their name and certifications.
From here, you should have all the information require to proceed to purchase order!