IT Project Manager

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 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

What You’ll Do

The Project Manager will lead technology-driven initiatives that support both company-wide and digital commerce objectives. This role bridges technical and business teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in alignment with strategic goals. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment where technologies and project focus areas may vary based on business priorities.

• Manage the full lifecycle of IT and digital projects, from planning and requirements through delivery and stabilization.
• Partner closely with Product Owners to define project scope, user stories, and measurable outcomes.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, retrospectives, and progress tracking using project management tools such as Jira.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams—including internal stakeholders, third-party vendors, and technical resources—to ensure successful integrations and deployments.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, communication plans, and executive reporting.
• Support testing, validation, and post-deployment review to ensure system readiness and business alignment.
• Collaborate with technical leadership to identify process improvements and scalability opportunities.
• Use discretion and independent judgment in daily decisions while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Actively participate in learning initiatives offered such as training programs, workshops, and webinars. Leverage these opportunities to acquire new knowledge, refine existing skills, and stay current on the latest developments.
• Provide friendly, proactive, and professional internal and external support to others, assisting with inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly and effectively.
• Demonstrate behaviors that exemplify Rural King’s Values: People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Essential Qualities for Success

• 3–5 years of IT or digital project management experience in a complex, cross-functional environment.
• Experience as or in close collaboration with a Product Owner.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, or equivalent).
• Understanding of enterprise-level platforms such as ERP, Order Management, Commerce, Middleware, or PIM systems (specific technologies may vary).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and coordinate distributed delivery teams.
• Business-process-oriented mindset focused on driving measurable results
• Professional, detail-oriented, and collaborative mindset.
• Ability to effectively resolve conflicts and address challenges that may arise in relationships.
• Ability to identify and address deviations from an established process.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable to changing priorities.

 

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 $90,000 - $110,000 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.