Senior EDI Analyst

Vallen Distribution Inc.•Belmont, NC

6d•Remote

About The Position

The Senior Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Specialist analyzes EDI business requirements, develops and maintains EDI maps, configures and supports IBM Sterling B2B Integrator, tests EDI transactions, and establishes and maintains communications with trading partners. The role helps ensure reliable, secure, and efficient electronic data exchange across the organization. The position also supports production EDI environments and trading partner onboarding, monitors transactions and communications, and works with internal teams and external partners to resolve integration issues. The role documents EDI processes, configurations, and technical specifications and may perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
At least five years of experience as an EDI Specialist or in a similar role.
Participation in one or more full lifecycle Infor M3 ERP implementation projects.
Experience supporting production EDI environments and trading partner onboarding.
Working knowledge of EDI translation software and mapping tools.
Understanding of ANSI X12, XML, and EDIFACT standards.
Experience creating, maintaining, and troubleshooting EDI maps.
Knowledge of networking and communication protocols such as AS2, SFTP, FTP, and HTTPS.
Experience with relational databases, including SQL and Oracle.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Strong experience with Microsoft .NET technologies, including C#, .NET, .NET MVC, ASP.NET Web API, .NET Framework, and .NET Core/.NET 6+.
Experience with RESTful API development and integration, SOAP and XML Web Services, and JSON, XML, and XSLT.
Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL, stored procedures, functions, triggers, and query optimization.
Experience configuring, deploying, and troubleshooting Microsoft IIS.
Experience with Entity Framework or .NET.
Experience with Visual Studio and Azure DevOps or similar source control/CI-CD tools.
Experience with Windows Services and scheduled jobs.
Experience using Git or Azure DevOps Repositories for source control.
Experience designing, developing, maintaining, and supporting enterprise EDI APIs and integration solutions.
Experience integrating IBM Sterling B2B Integrator with ERP systems, internal business applications, and third-party platforms using APIs and web services.
Ability to troubleshoot and support production .NET applications, IIS-hosted services, SQL Server databases, and EDI integrations.
Experience with authentication and security protocols, including OAuth, API Keys, SSL/TLS, and certificate management.
Experience with Microsoft Message Queuing (MSMQ), background services, or other asynchronous processing technologies.
Two to four or more years of ERP experience, including at least three years of hands-on experience supporting Infor M3 EDI.
Experience supporting production environments, performing root cause analysis, and implementing performance improvements for enterprise integration solutions.

Responsibilities

Analyze business requirements and develop EDI mapping specifications.
Create, maintain, and troubleshoot EDI maps and business processes.
Configure and onboard new trading partners using IBM Sterling B2B Integrator.
Support, maintain, and enhance integrations with existing trading partners.
Monitor daily EDI transactions and communication processes, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
Use EDI mapping tools, translation software, and cross-reference tables.
Coordinate EDI testing, implementation, and production deployments.
Collaborate with internal teams and external trading partners to resolve EDI-related issues.
Document EDI processes, configurations, and technical specifications.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with coverage options for individuals, spouses, children, and families.
401(k) with discretionary company match of $0.50 per $1.00 contributed, up to 6% of pay (U.S. positions only).
Employer-paid basic life insurance for employees, spouses, and dependents.
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability benefits and parental leave.
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Paid vacation and sick time; amounts vary based on seniority.
Eight scheduled holidays plus two floating holidays.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee Resource Groups for networking and team building.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Employee referral program.
Safety shoe and safety glasses reimbursement, based on position.
Employee discounts through BenefitHub.
Advancement opportunities.