Coordinate and perform purchasing and contracting for the department. Responsible for soliciting bids, securing specs, and presenting options for major purchases and contractual agreements for maintenance and services. This includes UT Market, PointPlus and departmental procurement card purchases. Serve as purchasing liaison with the Cockrell School Business Affairs Office, the university Office of Accounting, Purchasing, Accounts Payable, and other outside entities.Work with vendors and central University offices to complete the onboarding process including processing PIFs, direct deposit forms, and address updates.Serve as the primary shipping and receiving staff member for the department.Coordinate with the department building manager to complete inventory control on all purchases.Other related functions as assigned.