How to Add a Supplier in Xero

Quick summary

Adding a supplier in Xero takes just a few clicks through the Contacts menu, where you can enter contact details, addresses, and purchase defaults before saving the record. This guide walks you through each step of the New Contact form so your supplier list stays accurate and up to date.

Steps

1. On Xero's main dashboard, go to the top menu bar and click Contacts.
2. Choose Suppliers from the dropdown list of options.
3. Click New Contact in the top-right corner of the Suppliers page.
4. Fill in all necessary supplier details, including contact information, addresses, financial details, and configure Sales Default and Purchase Defaults settings.
5. Review your input and click Save & Close to save the supplier record.
6. The new supplier will now appear in your Xero contact list.