Rural King is America’s Farm and Home Store, providing essentials to the communities we serve. With a wide array of necessities ranging from food and feed to farm and home products, Rural King serves over 150 locations across 17 states and is constantly expanding Our annual sales exceed $2.5 Billion, and our heart beats in Mattoon, IL, home to our corporate office, distribution center, and flagship store.
One thing our customers appreciate is our unique shopping experience, complete with complimentary popcorn and coffee It's just one way we show our appreciation for their support.
At Rural King, we value our associates and strive to create a positive, rewarding workplace. We offer growth opportunities, competitive benefits, and a people-first environment where dedicated individuals come together to serve rural communities passionately. Join us, and you'll find not just a job but a chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
How we reward you
401(k) plan that provides a 100% match on the first 3% of your contributions and 50% of the next 2%
Healthcare plans to support your needs
Virtual doctor visits
Access to Centers of Excellence with Barnes Jewish Hospital and Mayo Clinic’s Complex Care Program
15% Associate Discount
Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Program
Associate Assistance Program
RK Cares Associate Hardship Program
24/7 Chaplaincy Services
Company paid YMCA Family Membership
As an Application Analyst, you will oversee Oracle ERP applications like XStore, SIOCS and CE. You will provide assistance when needed to ensure that the systems and system processes needed for the business are monitored, maintained, and running smoothly, acting as a technical point of contact to fix application and systems issues - usually on an immediate basis.
JOB DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
· Rural King is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical application analyst to support the design, implementation, and optimization of Oracle Xstore Point of Sale (POS) systems
· The ideal candidate will act as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring that Xstore solutions meet business needs and align with organizational goals
· Provides functional, and technical support, troubleshooting, and guidance to end users
· Troubleshoot and resolve system-related issues in a timely manner
· Create and maintain training and process materials/documentation
· Create functional documents such as training instructions for end users
· Assist with training end users on software systems
· Act as a liaison between business teams, technical teams, and vendors to facilitate communication and project progress
· Provide business applications and technical assistance when applications are being designed, developed and tested
· Participate in all phases of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
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Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of applications support experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
1+ years’ experience with Oracle POS and related Oracle ERP applications
Excellent communication (Written & Verbal) and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail
Proactive attitude
Willingness to learn
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
The pay range for this position is $51,000- $62,000 annualized and is bonus eligible. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as relevant geographic location, education, certifications, experience, job level, shift, and organizational needs. To learn more about our benefits, review here https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:14539c15-191a-4b77-9c13-f6ccfce10094.

Founded in 1960, Rural King is a family-owned retailer offering a diverse range of products to support those living the rural lifestyle. As of 2023, we operate 134 stores across 13 states in addition to two primary distribution centers. We welcome everyone with a friendly smile and a free bag of popcorn! While our business continues to grow, we are committed to supporting each community we serve as a dependable pillar that goes beyond just our storefronts by supporting local events and groups that align with our values.
Our team is comprised of over 9,000 associates that are dedicated to providing quality products at great prices with an extraordinary customer experience no matter how customers interact with the brand. Our associates are our greatest asset and are empowered to take care of their business and their customer.
At Rural King, we value teamwork, integrity and continuous improvement. Anyone with the right attitude and initiative has the opportunity for success and advancement. Our people make the difference!