About us

Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, a people first environment, and an opportunity to work alongside dedicated associates who share a passion for providing an exceptional experience and service to our rural communities. Whether you are starting an entry-level position or joining with professional experience, Rural King encourages professional growth and provides the necessary resource to help you succeed and grow with us.

When you join the Rural King team, you become a contributing member in supporting the needs of and making a difference in the lives of those within the people and communities 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 (no cost to you!) * Associate Assistance Program * RK Cares Associate Hardship Program * 24/7 Chaplaincy Services

What You’ll do

As the Technology Asset Coordinator, you will coordinate end-to-end procurement and inventory of IT hardware for new stores, existing stores, the Store Support Center, and Distribution Centers. You’ll maintain accurate asset records, manage stock levels using seasonal metrics to prevent stockouts, and process requests through the Service Desk. You’ll partner with Accounts Payable (AP) to deliver monthly reports on inventory spend by store, ensuring purchases reconcile cleanly to budgets and GL coding.

• Create and track purchase requisitions/POs; obtain quotes, resolve pricing variances, and monitor lead times, RMAs, and deliveries for store and SSC/DC needs.
• Receive, tag, and record hardware; maintain the asset database with in-service date, warranty, location, and capital details.
• Triage procurement and allocation requests via the ticketing system; update asset records based on work orders/spreadsheets, and coordinate fulfillment and shipping.
• Monitor on-hand counts, set minimums/reorder points using seasonal demand (e.g., peak retail periods), and deploy/charge assets to locations to maintain healthy stock levels.
• Produce monthly inventory spend and variance reports (by store/region and category); reconcile POs/invoices with AP and provide documentation for audits.
• Serve as the primary contact for asset/inventory inquiries; provide friendly, timely support during allocation, replacement, and repair cycles.
• Support related operational tasks as needed; follow Rural King standards for professionalism and data security.
• Work alongside a team of talented professionals who are passionate about their work and strive for excellence daily.
• May be required to cross train and perform other duties

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Essential Qualities for Success

• 1–3 years in IT asset management, purchasing, inventory control, logistics, or related support; retail multi-site experience is a plus.
• Strong organization and task prioritization; able to manage multiple requests accurately in a fast-moving environment.
• High attention to detail and follow-through; comfortable working in spreadsheets and inventory systems.
• Clear, professional communication—written and verbal—with stores, SSC, DCs, vendors, and AP.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets (Excel/Sheets); familiarity with Service Desk/ticketing systems and asset databases; experience with POs/invoicing helpful
• Basic understanding of standard IT hardware (PCs, laptops, peripherals, network devices, printers, scanners) and shipping/receiving practices.
• Customer-service mindset; dependable, organized, and collaborative.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Comfortable navigating computer systems and software to assist customers or manage activities.
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills to identify and address issues quickly, minimizing potential delays or disruptions.

Physical Requirements  

• Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations.
• Capability to lift 25 pounds periodically.
• Able to navigate and access all facilities.
• Skill to effectively communicate verbally with others, both in-person and via electronic devices.
• Close vision for computer-related tasks.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00 per hour and is bonus eligible. Exact compensation is determined by factors such as relevant geographic location, education, certifications, experience, job level, shift, and organizational needs. Eligible associates may also receive overtime pay in compliance with applicable laws. To learn more about our benefits, review here https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:14539c15-191a-4b77-9c13-f6ccfce10094.