Coordinate purchases of all goods and services for Head Start/Early Head Start programs as set forth in accordance with the Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability System Resource Guide, Texas Education Code, Texas Local Government Code, Texas Government Code, and ESC Region 15 Purchasing Policy. Develop and implement procedures to ensure timely processing of all requisitions, purchase orders, etc. Work closely with all department/program staff to ensure purchasing needs are being met. Maintain accurate and complete purchasing records as required by board policy, program administrative regulations, Texas Education Agency (TEA) requirements and/or other governing agencies. Review requisitions for proper coding and preliminary approval. Prepare and process requisitions. Confer with vendors to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule. Process purchase orders and send appropriate documentation. Expedite delivery of goods and/or services to appropriate staff/facilities. File office copies of checks, requisitions, invoices, and purchase orders. Keep records up to date. Process and maintain annual inventory records for the Head Start office and all Early Head Start/Head Start campuses. Maintain inventory of all capitalized items. Complete purchasing related training as directed by the Director. Reconcile CACFP meal counts and attendance records. Claim for reimbursements and update Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) financial sampling tool. Submit monthly CACFP COVID waiver. Communicate effectively with clients and/or staff members, utilizing proper channels. Demonstrate cooperation, consideration, and professional courtesy with clients and staff members. Exhibit initiative by expressing opinions and suggesting changes. Utilize good judgment in making decisions appropriate for job responsibilities. Exhibit flexibility by adjusting to change. Perform assignments efficiently and without continuous supervision. Demonstrate proper and efficient use of center materials and equipment. Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Start/Early Head Start Director and/or Executive Director. Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of basic purchasing procedures Computer skills to include network systems, desktop publishing, word processing software Ability to type accurately at a speed necessary to meet the requirements of the position Possess filing system skills Ability to explain and reach sound decisions in accordance with laws, regulations, policies and procedures Multi-line telephone capabilities/switchboard Ability to compose routine correspondence from brief instructions Use tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive situations and concerned people and customers Possess efficiency in preparing clear, accurate and concise records and reports