Sr EDI Supply Chain Business Analyst

Ulta Beauty, Inc. • Bolingbrook, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Imagine. With over 1,400 stores throughout the U.S. and a thriving supply chain network, there has never been a greater need for people of high initiative, of big-picture thinking, and adaptability to share in our journey. At Ulta Beauty, we have greater ambitions. Growing what works. Iterating in areas that have promise. Creating new offerings for industry advantage.
In all of this is the opportunity to experience real impact, to effectuate change, to give wings to a spirit of creativity and entrepreneurism. Because the challenges are multi-faceted and ever-changing. But for those inspired by real-world demands that press and stretch, that call for new and smarter ideas, that require heavy doses of trust and respect, Ulta Beauty encourages you to imagine with us.
THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE:
The EDI Sr. Supply Chain Business Analyst supports the effective management of EDI trading partner relationships, overseeing onboarding, day‑to‑day operations, and overall partner performance. This role uses data-driven insights to improve processes, strengthen supplier collaboration, and support business decision making. The Sr. Analyst develops clear requirements and documentation that translate complex technical needs into business‑friendly language, enabling alignment across teams. Working closely with partners across Supply Chain, Merchandising, IT, and other functions, this position helps ensure efficient, accurate, and scalable EDI solutions that support Ulta Beauty’s broader business goals. This role operates as an EDI subject matter expert, supporting enterprise initiatives, international expansion, and scalable integration solutions across evolving business channels.

Requirements

• Retail background with strong process and systems acumen
• BS or BA University degree
• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines while using analytical skills and problem-solving capabilities
• Experience managing enterprise‑level projects and driving cross‑functional collaboration to achieve strategic outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, organize, and execute tasks effectively in fast‑paced, high‑pressure environments while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to set clear expectations, manage timelines, and consistently deliver high‑quality results on schedule.
• Skilled at translating complex EDI issues and technical concepts into clear, business‑friendly language for non‑technical stakeholders.
• Strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, uncover root causes, and use insights to anticipate challenges and recommend practical, proactive solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to champion change by identifying improvement opportunities and clearly communicating the need for action across teams.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive alignment across multiple business functions
• Proven ability to read and understand EDI data formats and structures such as x12, EDIFACT, XML, SAP IDOC, Flat Files, positional and delimited
• End to end testing of EDI for inbound and outbound transactions
• 5+ years of EDI Mapping experience in a retail or manufacturing environment
• 3+ years of hands-on SAP experience
• Intermediate knowledge of SAP batch job scheduling
• Intermediate knowledge of applications development methodologies
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite (with intermediate/advanced Excel skills)
• Travel – up to 10% for Brand Partner Visits, Ulta DC tours, and Conferences

Nice To Haves

• International EDI experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead onboarding of brand partners, vendors, and third-party provides onto EDI integrations
• Manage end-to-end onboarding lifecycle including requirements gathering, mapping, testing, and production readiness
• Lead coordination with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful implementation of required EDI transactions
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful implementation of required EDI transactions
• Maintain onboarding documentation, testing protocols, and partner communication standards
• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate the onboarding process to improve speed and scalability
• Monitor EDI transaction performance and resolve issues and ensure compliance with supplier standards
• Serve as an EDI and integration subject matter expert on major enterprise initiatives
• Partner with Technology, Supply Chain, and MP&I teams to design scalable integration solutions
• Lead integration design for new fulfillment capabilities or distribution nodes
• Manage EDI requirements in the Ulta Beauty Supply Chain Guide and collaborate with Ulta business owners for the processes and procedures within the guide
• Support complex EDI integrations across international and emerging brand partners with varying technical capabilities and standards
• Enable EDI integrations with wholesale customers and potential marketplaces
• Oversee order transmission, fulfillment updates, and invoicing for wholesale partners
• Ensure compliance with partner EDI requirements and testing protocols
• Lead resolution of transaction and fulfillment exceptions in partnership with wholesale teams
• Partner with Supplier Operations and brand partners to improve vendor compliance and ASN accuracy
• Identify opportunities to enhance EDI capabilities and reduce manual processes
• Establish best practices for vendor integration and EDI governance and drive continuous improvement
• Maintain documentation, standards, and training materials
• Monitor KPIs related to transaction accuracy, onboarding speed, and partner compliance
• Drive automation and scalable solutions by leveraging continuous improvement and emerging technologies (e.g., AI) to reduce manual processes and improve efficiency
• Drive joint initiatives with brand partners through project execution and brand partner management
• Drive supply chain initiatives by collaborating with cross‑functional teams to build project plans, execute change‑management deliverables, and ensure successful implementation and governance.
• Communicate directly with Brand Partners to clarify issues and support long-term success
• End to End order life cycle management as it relates to EDI through leveraging various systems and tools
• Prepare ad hoc data extracts, reports, and analysis

Benefits

• Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life and disability benefits.
• Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees