Purchasing/Stores Glossary of Terms

Glossary Terms Beginning with "V"

Vendor Packing Slip
A document sent with a Non Stock Order which itemizes in detail the contents of a package or shipment.

Vendor
A supplier.

Vendor
A vendor is a company that University Stores purchases items from.

Verbal Order
Order phoned to vendor rather than sent as written order. Order may or may not be confirmed in writing at discretion of buying staff. See University of Washington Policies & Procedures, Purchasing Department, Procedure 7.3.4.