Agentic Merchandising
PO Management Agent
Keep every purchase order on track with AI that monitors, adjusts and manages supplier updates automatically
What is the PO Management Agent?
The PO Management Agent is an AI agent that autonomously checks purchase order status and executes changes to purchase orders to minimize stockouts and excess inventory across all suppliers and SKUs. It includes human-in-the-loop steps when outside guardrails.
Key features
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Real-time PO monitoring
Tracks every purchase order from creation to delivery, surfacing status updates and risks before they impact stock availability
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Dynamic adjustments
Executes PO changes automatically within approved guardrails, optimizing quantities and timelines based on live sales and demand signals
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Proactive supplier management
Chases ex-factory dates, delivery confirmations and booking details directly with suppliers to keep orders on schedule and visibility high
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Performance-driven actions
Reacts to real sales performance instead of static review cycles, reducing overstocks and stockouts across every store and SKU
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Time-saving automation
Cuts manual PO management effort by a third, giving merchandisers more time to focus on product strategy and trading decisions
Why choose the PO Management Agent?
Dynamically adjusts POs based on actual sales performance rather than waiting for scheduled review cycles
Understands retail supply chain milestones (ex-factory, booking, arrival) and actively manages each stage
Delivers one-third reduction in manual effort, allowing merchandisers to focus on strategic product selection and planning