Search and Filter Suppliers

Overview

Searching and filtering suppliers in SupplierGateway allows internal users to quickly locate supplier records and narrow large supplier lists based on status and other key indicators. These tools support day-to-day supplier management, follow-up activities, and program oversight.

This article explains how internal users search for and filter suppliers within the SupplierGateway platform and what outcomes to expect when using these tools.

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How Searching and Filtering Works in SupplierGateway

Supplier search and filter capabilities are available within the Supplier Management application. Internal users access these tools through the Supplier Status view, which displays the active supplier list.

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Access the Supplier List

Before searching or filtering, users must access the supplier list.

Directional Guidance

• Open the Supplier Management app from the main menu

• Navigate to Supplier Status

Outcome:
The supplier list is displayed, showing suppliers available to your role along with their current status.

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Search for a Supplier

Searching allows users to locate a specific supplier directly.

Directional Guidance

• Locate the Search field within the Supplier Status view

• Enter a supplier name or other identifying information

• Submit the search

Outcome:
The supplier list updates to display suppliers that match the search criteria.

Search is best used when looking for a known supplier.

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Filter the Supplier List

Filtering allows users to narrow the supplier list based on defined criteria.

Directional Guidance

• In the Supplier Status view, locate the available filter options

• Select one or more filters, such as supplier status

• Apply the selected filters

Outcome:
The supplier list is refined to display only suppliers that meet the selected filter criteria.

Filtering is useful when reviewing suppliers by readiness, follow-up needs, or activity level.

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Combine Search and Filters

Search and filter tools can be used together to further refine results.

For example, users may:

• Search for a supplier name

• Apply a filter to view only suppliers with a specific status

Outcome:
The supplier list displays a focused set of results that match both the search and filter criteria.

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Use Search and Filter Results

Once results are displayed, users can:

• Select a supplier to open the supplier record

• Review supplier status and profile information

• Identify suppliers requiring follow-up or outreach

Search and filter tools support efficient navigation without modifying supplier data.

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Key Terms

Supplier Status
The view within the Supplier Management application that displays the supplier list and supplier standing.

Search
A tool used to locate specific suppliers by entering identifying information.

Filter
A tool used to narrow the supplier list based on predefined criteria such as status.

Supplier Management Application
The area of the platform where internal users manage supplier records, status, and visibility.

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Summary

Searching and filtering suppliers in SupplierGateway is performed through the Supplier Management application using the Supplier Status view. By combining search and filter tools, internal users can quickly locate suppliers, review readiness, and support ongoing supplier management activities.

Using these tools consistently improves efficiency and visibility across supplier programs.

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Metadata

Domain: Supplier Management
Article Type: Procedure
Audience: Administrators, internal enterprise users