Purchasing Coordinator

WCL Group; Horn Lake (MS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

WCL Group is seeking an Accountant II – Purchasing Coordinator in Horn Lake, MS to manage day-to-day procurement, ensuring materials arrive on time and at the right cost. You’ll handle PO processing, vendor coordination, and ERP data entry to support smooth operations.

Ideal candidates have 5 years in a related role, strong Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems, enabling precise records and efficient problem resolution.

Qualifications

• Buying or purchasing experience with PO workflows and vendor coordination.
• 5 years of experience in an office, warehouse, or supply chain support role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with ERP or inventory management system.

Responsibilities

• Review requisitions, create POs, and send to vendors on time.
• Monitor open POs and alert teams to delays.
• Coordinate with warehouse to meet production needs.
• Maintain supplier contact and track order status and pricing questions.
• Resolve shipping, invoicing, and discrepancy issues.
• Keep accurate ERP records of purchases and vendor data.

Skills

Vendor coordination

Purchase order processing

Communication

Multitasking

Office software

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP / inventory system

Job description

CLIENT HIGHLIGHT

The client you will be working for is a Fortune 500 Energy and Industrial Technology Company. This opportunity will give you experience in the energy transition sector with a company that is a globally recognized leader in power generation, wind energy, electrification, and grid solutions - and one of the most storied industrial brands in the world.

LOCATION Horn Lake, Mississippi, 38637

COMPENSATION $28.50-35 per hour, full benefits offered

SCHEDULE Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week

CONTRACT TERM 6 month contract with high likelihood of extension or conversion to a full-time employee

POSITION OVERVIEW – Accountant II – Purchasing Coordinator

The Purchasing Coordinator manages day-to-day procurement, making sure the right materials arrive at the right time and at the right cost. As the main point of contact for ordering goods and services, you’ll process purchase orders, track deliveries, and work with vendors and the warehouse to keep operations running smoothly. This hands-on role suits someone who stays on top of details and communicates clearly.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review purchase requisitions, then create purchase orders (POs) and send them to vendors accurately and on time
• Monitor open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery, and alert internal teams early to potential delays
• Review stock levels regularly and coordinate with the warehouse so materials meet production and operational needs
• Maintain regular contact with suppliers on order status, shipment tracking, and basic pricing questions
• Resolve common issues such as shipping errors, damaged goods, and invoice discrepancies
• Keep accurate, up-to-date records of purchases, vendor information, and packing slips in the ERP system

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Buying or purchasing experience, including purchase order workflows, invoice processing, and vendor coordination
• 5 years of experience in an office, warehouse, or supply chain support role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience with an ERP or inventory management system
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills for daily work with vendors

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field (high school diploma or equivalent required)