Purchasing and Logistics Specialist at Red E, LLC – Fargo, North Dakota

WHO WE ARE

Red E, LLC is a Fargo, North Dakota Engineering based company that specializes in the development, sales and service of specialty products for agricultural equipment. As a fully integrated company with over 40 team members, we utilize the latest tools and technology to provide value added parts and services to farmers around the world.

Red E has seen incredible growth in its 13-year history with notable achievements including No. 923 on the 2021 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America, No. 1962 in 2023, and the 2023 Small Business Persons of the Year for the state of North Dakota.

Red E offers more than a job, it's an opportunity to be part of helping farmers feed the world. Be a part of a team that is ringing the bell of excellence and making a difference every day!

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

This role is designed for someone who can take on a variety of responsibilities across different areas of the business. You will work alongside a team of driven professionals focused on delivering strong results and meeting the needs of our customers.

We’re looking for someone who is adaptable, takes initiative, and is comfortable operating in a dynamic environment. This position offers the opportunity to grow your skills and career while contributing to meaningful projects, improving internal processes, and supporting the overall success of the organization.

You will play an important role on the team, contributing where needed, taking ownership of your work, and helping set a positive, solutions-oriented example.

HOW WE'RE DIFFERENT

Plain and simple, it's our culture and drive for excellence. We are a closely knit team that strives for being the best that we can be. In fact, a recent employee survey about our culture revealed key words like Family, Caring, Genuine, Team Focused, Collaborative, and Hard Working. We value and prioritize in-person collaboration at the office. We strive to focus in the following 4 key areas to create an excellent workplace:

1. Leadership: Be the best example through servant leadership. Allowing others to feel a sense of ownership and pride in what they do.
2. Purpose: Understand what we do and why we do it. Truly know we are making a difference and helping farmers feed people around the world. Constantly strive to bring the best services and products to the marketplace.
3. Opportunity: Continual improvement while looking for new products and services that make a difference in people's lives.
4. Growth: If we aren't growing, we aren't winning.

In addition to awesome co-workers and a great company culture, Red E provides eligible employees with:

401K Retirement Plan with Company Match

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plan options

Life and Disability Insurance Plan options

Supplemental Voluntary Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Paid Volunteering Time

Matching Charitable Gift Fund

Quarterly Team Building Events

Modified Flex Time Plan

Annual Profit Sharing

To learn more about our organization, check out our YouTube Videos and Facebook posts at:

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-O8PgplQLqcJWqyQXMSNNqSp3UYxGdtb

https://www.facebook.com/GoRedEAg

Relocation Assistance: This position may be eligible for relocation assistance of up to $8,000. To qualify, you must be moving to North Dakota from another state and currently live more than 100 miles away. You must also commit to working in this position for at least one year.

JOB DETAILS

Title: Purchasing and Logistics Specialist

Department: Operations

Reports To: Operations Manager

Direct Reports: None

Position Summary

The Purchasing and Logistics Specialist is responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective flow of materials, parts, and products throughout the organization. This role manages supplier relationships, purchasing activities, inventory control, and logistics coordination to support production, sales, and field operations. The position plays a key role in maintaining operational efficiency and ensuring customers receive the right products on time.

Why This Job Matters

This role is critical to keeping operations running smoothly. Every product we build, sell, or service depends on the timely availability of parts and materials. The Purchasing and Logistics Specialist helps prevent delays, reduce costs, and improve reliability by ensuring inventory is well-managed and supply chains are efficient. Their work directly impacts production uptime, customer satisfaction, and overall business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and procure parts and materials while negotiating pricing, quality, and delivery terms with suppliers
• Create, manage, and track purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely fulfillment
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and resolve order or delivery issues as they arise
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock
• Analyze purchasing trends and historical data to support forecasting and planning
• Coordinate with Sales, Warehouse, Engineering, and Accounting teams to resolve supply and logistics issues
• Support receiving, shipping, and inventory control processes
• Assist with inventory audits and ensure accurate recordkeeping
• Help develop and improve purchasing and logistics processes and workflows
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and applicable regulations
• Participate in ERP system usage and improvement, particularly around inventory and purchasing modules
• Apply practical problem-solving skills to address daily operational challenges

Additional Responsibilities (as needed)

• Support receiving and processing of incoming parts and materials
• Assist with shipping/receiving optimization and loss prevention
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts or trucks/trailers if required
• Assist with part deliveries or occasional field/customer site support
• Support product installations or service-related activities in the field

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations
• Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or agriculture-related industries strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of inventory management and purchasing systems
• Strong proficiency in Excel; experience with ERP systems and accounting tools (e.g., QuickBooks) preferred
• Ability to read and understand technical or fabrication-related specifications is a plus
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to support occasional field or logistics activities

What We Offer

• A hands-on role directly impacting operations and customer success
• Opportunity to work across multiple departments and systems
• Exposure to ERP implementation and process improvement initiatives
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• A fast-paced, practical, and team-oriented work environment