About us

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 130 locations across 13 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

What You’ll Do

The EDI Coordinator supports Rural King’s Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) operations, ensuring the accurate, efficient, and secure exchange of business documents between Rural King and its trading partners. This role plays a vital part in maintaining data integrity across purchasing, invoicing, and logistics workflows, helping streamline vendor communications and optimize supply chain performance.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, technically proficient, and capable of collaborating with vendors, IT teams, and business stakeholders to ensure reliable data flow across multiple systems, including Oracle ERP and connected integration platforms.

EDI Operations & Support

• Monitor, manage, and validate daily EDI transactions, including purchase orders (850), invoices (810), acknowledgements (855/997), and advance shipping notices (856).
• Proactively identify, research, and resolve EDI-related issues or transmission failures to minimize business impact.
• Maintain transaction integrity across multiple trading partners and ensure data synchronization with Rural King’s ERP systems.
• Track EDI performance metrics and communicate recurring issues or partner non-compliance to leadership.

Integration & Mapping

• Develop, modify, and test EDI maps and translation logic using internal tools and industry standards (ANSI X12).
• Collaborate with IT and business teams to support system integrations between Oracle ERP, warehouse systems, and third-party platforms.
• Support upgrades, patches, and maintenance activities related to EDI software, middleware, and integration tools.

Partner Onboarding & Compliance

• Coordinate the onboarding of new trading partners, including setup, testing, and validation of EDI transactions.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of partner configurations, communication methods (AS2, SFTP, VAN), and contact records.
• Enforce Rural King’s EDI compliance requirements and provide technical guidance to vendors during implementation.

Process Improvement & Collaboration

• Work with Procurement, Accounts Payable, Logistics, and IT teams to align EDI processes with business objectives.
• Participate in process enhancement initiatives to improve automation, accuracy, and partner visibility.
• Contribute to technology projects aimed at advancing Rural King’s supply chain and vendor collaboration capabilities.

Documentation & Training

• Maintain detailed records of configurations, transaction logs, and partner communications.
• Develop and update training materials for internal users and vendors on EDI processes and best practices.
• Support internal audits and compliance reviews by providing transaction histories and configuration data.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Essential Qualities for Success

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in information systems, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 2+ years of hands-on EDI experience, ideally within a retail, distribution, or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ANSI X12 transaction sets (850, 855, 856, 810, 812, 824, 997, etc.).
• Experience with EDI mapping, communication protocols (AS2, SFTP, VAN), and ERP integration—Oracle ERP experience strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and business teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general data management tools.

Preferred

• Experience with XML or API-based integrations and middleware platforms.
• Familiarity with retail supply chain workflows, including purchasing, inventory management, and logistics.
• Prior involvement in vendor enablement or EDI compliance programs.

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to maintain a seated or standing position for extended durations.
• Ability 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 activities.

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

The pay range for this position is $50,000 - $52,000 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.