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Ariba Invoicing Instructions
There are two options available for submitting e-invoices through Ariba. Option 1 (online invoicing) is the most common method and is already enabled with any supplier that receives an Ariba purchase order (PO) on behalf of Purdue.
Ariba Resources
- Ariba e-invoicing How-To Documentation provides step by step instructions
- Purchase Order Management Documentation outlines the receipt of POs and accessing e-invoicing from the PO email
- Ariba Network Supplier Training offers a complete database of training and information for Ariba network suppliers
Questions should be submitted through Ariba Supplier Support.
Shipping Instructions
Please route shipments from your facility as follows (if not shipping on your truck):
- If the shipment qualifies for parcel delivery according to weight (up to 150 lbs.), length and girth, then route via available ground parcel service (e.g., UPS, USPS).
- If the shipment involves dry ice packaging, live lab animals, or otherwise requires overnight delivery, route via Federal Express.
- If a ship to address cannot be located, Purdue’s default shipping location is:
Materials Management Distribution Center (MMDC)
700 Ahlers Drive
West Lafayette IN 47907
MMDC receiving hours: Monday – Friday are 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Exception: UPS or FedEx packages can be received until 5 p.m.
If you have questions regarding these instructions, call (765) 494-7279 for clarification (referencing our PO #).
This shipment must be routed according to the following routing instructions. Any variance from these instructions will result in the entire freight charge being debited against your invoice for this order. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
When preparing shipping documents, the following format must be adhered to for proper delivery at Purdue University:
- The purchase order number must appear on all shipping documents, as well as on the address label or overpack container.
- The address must be shown exactly as printed in the “SHIP TO” box of the original purchase order. In any case, the format below must be followed:
Purdue University
John Smith
Materials and Electrical Engr Bldg
School of Electrical Engr
501 Northwestern Ave
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2044