Job Materials

Know exactly what materials went into each job.

Adding Materials to a Job

From the job:

1. Open the job
2. Click the Materials tab
3. Click Add Material
4. Search for the product
5. Enter quantity used
6. Click Save

Stock levels update automatically.

From Quote to Job

When you convert a quote to a job:

• Quote line items linked to products become job materials
• Stock is committed (reserved for this job)
• When you mark the job complete, stock is deducted

Material Costs

Track your actual costs vs quoted:

Helps you quote more accurately next time.

Returning Materials

If you don't use everything:

1. Open the job materials
2. Click the material
3. Click Return to Stock
4. Enter quantity returned
5. Click Save

Stock is credited back.

Reporting

See material usage across jobs:

1. Go to Reports → Materials
2. Filter by date range, product, or customer
3. See:
   • Total materials used
   • Cost vs revenue
   • Most used products
   • Wastage trends