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Food Manufacturing Software

Smart Purchasing Software
for Food & Beverage Manufacturers

Procure with precision. Reduce waste. Gain total control.

NutraSoft's Purchasing module is tailored for food manufacturers who need more than just basic order tracking. It brings together ingredient forecasting, predictive food waste reduction, and compliance-ready traceability in one seamless workflow—fully integrated with your accounting system.

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Intelligent Purchasing Designed for Food Production

Traditional purchasing systems don't account for yield loss, spoilage, or expiry dates. NutraSoft does. By combining gross and net quantity forecasting with insights from government ingredient databases, our software helps you buy just what you need—no more, no less.

Whether you're managing local produce, spices, meat, or packaging, NutraSoft ensures that every order supports lean inventory, regulatory compliance, and zero-waste goals.

Yield-Aware Planning

Yield-Aware Planning

Calculate gross and net quantity needs based on actual recipe yields and food composition data.

Government Data Integration

Government Data Integration

Leverage USDA/Health Canada databases for accurate ingredient forecasting.

Zero-Waste Goals

Zero-Waste Goals

Reduce overbuying and spoilage with predictive ingredient planning.

Core Features

Core Features of NutraSoft Purchasing

Gross vs. Net Quantity Calculation

Gross vs. Net Quantity Calculation

Plan purchasing using predictive ingredient requirements based on actual recipe yields. Automatically calculate gross and net quantity needs—accounting for trimming, cooking loss, or fluid loss—based on USDA/Health Canada food composition data. Reduce overbuying and ingredient spoilage by syncing orders with real-time production plans.

Key Features:

  • Predictive recipe yield planning
  • USDA/Health Canada data integration
  • Real-time production sync
  • Spoilage reduction automation
  • Trimming and cooking loss calculations
Lot & Expiry Date Tracking

Lot & Expiry Date Tracking

Assign lot numbers and expiry dates upon receiving goods. Maintain traceable inventory from PO to warehouse to production. Align with FEFO (First Expiry First Out) and compliance standards effortlessly.

Key Features:

  • Automatic lot number assignment
  • End-to-end traceability maintenance
  • FEFO compliance alignment
  • Production-ready tracking
  • Complete audit trail creation
Accounting System Integration

Accounting System Integration

Seamlessly integrate with QuickBooks and other accounting platforms. Automatic PO sync, bill creation, payment reconciliation, and real-time ledger updates eliminate manual handoffs between operations and accounting.

Key Features:

  • Automatic PO sync to accounting systems
  • Automated vendor bill creation
  • Payment reconciliation tracking
  • Real-time ledger updates
  • Tax and vendor compliance retention
Allergen & Compliance Controls

Allergen & Compliance Controls

Flag ingredients with allergenic content during purchasing and automatically push allergen tags to inventory and recipe databases. Support HACCP, SQF, and FSMA workflows by documenting procurement controls.

Key Features:

  • Allergen content flagging during purchase
  • Automatic tag propagation to databases
  • HACCP, SQF, and FSMA workflow support
  • Procurement control documentation
  • Compliance workflow integration
Integrated QA Inspection

Integrated QA Inspection

Require QA sign-off before ingredients are cleared for production. Record batch photos, corrective actions, and supplier issues directly in the PO screen. Automatically quarantine non-compliant ingredients.

Key Features:

  • Mandatory QA sign-off requirements
  • Batch photo documentation
  • Corrective action tracking
  • Supplier issue recording
  • Automatic quarantine system
Barcode Integration & Labeling

Barcode Integration & Labeling

Generate barcode labels for ingredients and packaging at the time of receipt. Scan incoming goods into inventory with Zebra Label Designer or mobile scanning tools. Ensure traceability and fast stock retrieval using lot-aware barcodes.

Key Features:

  • Barcode label generation at receipt
  • Zebra Label Designer compatibility
  • Mobile scanning tool integration
  • Lot-aware barcode creation
  • Fast stock retrieval system

Connected to Your Entire Supply Chain

NutraSoft's Purchasing module is fully integrated with all aspects of your food manufacturing operation. Our cloud-based platform is accessible from desktop, tablet, or mobile, and integrates seamlessly with:

Production Planning – Drive ingredient requirements based on real manufacturing demand
Inventory Management – Auto-update inventory levels and expiry timelines
Traceability – Link ingredients to suppliers, lots, and customer-facing products
Quality Control – Enforce supplier compliance and internal QC workflows
Accounting Systems – Sync bills and reconcile payments instantly
Integrated supply chain management system

Full Purchase Order Lifecycle Tracking

Track every step of your procurement process from ordered to inventory update. All activity is timestamped and user-logged for full traceability and audit readiness:

1

Ordered

Create & send PO to supplier; system logs who initiated it

2

Confirmed

Mark when supplier confirms receipt and fulfillment timeline

3

Expected Delivery

Display ETA in system; auto-update calendar & alerts

4

Received

Record quantity, lot #s, expiry dates, and user who received it

5

QA Review

Accept or reject received items during Quality Control inspection

6

Inventory Update

Automatically update inventory once accepted

Purchase order lifecycle visualization

Compliance-Friendly by Design

NutraSoft helps your purchasing system support your certification goals:

Food safety compliance documentation
Standard
How NutraSoft Helps
HACCP
Track CCPs related to supplier handling and ingredient risks
SQF
Document supplier approval, QA reviews, and rejected items
FSMA
Keep digital logs of supplier confirmations and ingredient origins
GMP
Enforce hygiene and storage standards starting at intake

Real Benefits for Real Food Businesses

Gain Full Visibility

From purchase order to production use

Eliminate Overbuying & Waste

With predictive ingredient planning

Save Hours

On accounting handoffs, approvals, and AP tracking

Stay Audit-Ready

With digital supplier records

Improve Safety & Compliance

Without adding extra admin work

Growing food manufacturing facility with smart purchasing systems

Built for Small & Medium Food Manufacturers

Whether you're sourcing raw ingredients, packaging, or resale products, NutraSoft ensures you buy smarter, track better, and stay compliant—all while keeping your books clean and synced. Trusted by hundreds of food manufacturers across North America, NutraSoft empowers your team with real-time insights and workflow automation from procurement to payment.

Ready to Simplify Purchasing & Payments?

Transform your procurement process with intelligent purchasing software designed for food manufacturers. NutraSoft brings enterprise-grade purchasing capabilities to small and medium manufacturers—without the complexity or cost.

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