Procurement Specialist

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Applied Engineering, Inc. is seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth.

Innovation, problem solving, integrity and collaboration are a few things you’ll experience and represent while working with Applied. If you appreciate a challenge, variety, and a quicker pace then we would like to get to know you better.

Award Winning - Employee Owned - Comprehensive Benefits

Relocation Assistance - Ownership Opportunity - Continuing Education Support

BENEFITS AND PERKS
Applied Engineering is a 100% employee-owned engineering and technology consulting company dedicated to providing exceptional talent and technology. We have won numerous awards, including Best Place to Work and Top Place to Intern. Our unique company culture blends top talent, total technology, and absolute adaptability. We offer a career trajectory few others can match, with opportunities to take on roles and projects aligned with your skills and interests. In addition, we offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including a competitive salary; 401K retirement plan; paid time off; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance options; plus a flexible work schedule.

ESTIMATED PAY RANGE
$50,000 - $65,000 annually, DOE

JOB SUMMARY

As a Procurement Specialist in Fargo, ND, you may: oversee indirect purchasing activities, ensuring timely procurement of shop supplies, building materials, and other operational needs that support an engineering test center; manage a high volume of diverse purchasing requests, balancing priorities in a fast-paced environment; collaborate closely with the direct purchasing team, providing support during peak workloads to maintain seamless operations; build and maintain strong vendor relationships, negotiate pricing and terms, and ensure compliance with company policies; track orders, monitor inventory levels, and resolve issues to keep projects and operations running smoothly; contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness across procurement activities, and work collaboratively with suppliers and other Applied partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or related administrative roles in a manufacturing environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with internal teams and external vendors
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
• Proficiency with purchasing systems, spreadsheets, and basic office software
• Ability to adapt quickly in a busy environment and support both indirect and direct purchasing needs
• High level of integrity and accountability in handling company resources

SKILLS AND VALUES

• Capable of working independently and as a team member
• Strong work ethic and unwavering integrity
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a learning mindset
• Curiosity, problem solving, and analytical thinking
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Desire to work on a variety of projects

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please consider joining Applied’s team of talented employees!

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We regret that we do not offer sponsorship.

Applied Engineering is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.