backorderor
Backorderor is a term used in inventory and order-management to describe an agent—either a person or a software component—that handles backordered items. A backorder occurs when a customer order cannot be fulfilled from current stock and must be filled from future inventory. A backorderor's role is to track these orders, coordinate with procurement, and communicate updates to customers.
Core functions include maintaining a backorder queue, estimating restock dates, and prioritizing orders based on criteria
Backorderors exist as manual roles in small operations or as automated modules within ERP, e-commerce platforms,
See also: backorder, inventory management, supply chain management, order management.