What is one key responsibility of a purchasing agent after an Ariba P2P Requisition is issued?

The key responsibility of a purchasing agent after an Ariba P2P Requisition is issued involves ensuring that the Purchase Orders (POs) are marked as 'Ordered.' This action signifies that the purchasing process is progressing, confirming that the requisition has been approved and that the supplier has been engaged to fulfill the order. By marking POs as 'Ordered,' the purchasing agent facilitates tracking and managing the orders within the procurement system, ensuring that all parties are informed that the order has been placed with the supplier.

This step is critical in the procurement workflow, as it establishes a clear record of which items have been ordered and initiates the next phase in the supply chain process. It ensures that the goods and services ordered can be efficiently monitored and helps mitigate any potential issues regarding the supply or payment.

Marking POs as 'Pending' would not accurately reflect that the supplier has been given the order or that it is being processed. Similarly, canceling all existing POs or sending invoices to the supplier are actions unrelated to the standard protocol following a requisition's issuance, as they would disrupt the order fulfillment process.