SAP EDI Analyst

Travel: Up to 5% - Local candidates may be required for onsite meetings/workshops as needed. Advance notice would be provided.

Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered

Position Summary
The SAP EDI Analyst is a key member of the clients IT SAP SC Execution team responsible for supporting Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) operations that enable Commercial Supply Chain and Global Sourcing & Materials (GSM) processes. This role supports the day-to-day operation of the clients SAP EDI environment including coordination with IBM Sterling trading partner support and close partnership with IT integration SAP operations and business teams. The position focuses on operational support transaction monitoring issue resolution trading partner onboarding support and continuous improvement of EDI processes to help ensure reliable data exchange across critical business activities.

Key Responsibilities
EDI Operations Support
Support day-to-day EDI operations across Clients SAP ECC EDI environment
Monitor EDI transaction activity and help ensure reliable processing high availability and timely issue resolution
Support the IBM Sterling environment in coordination with internal IT teams service providers and relevant partners
Enter and track requests related to IBM Sterling support and services
Help monitor service performance incidents and resolution progress with vendors and support teams
Assist with maintenance of EDI workflows transaction visibility and operational documentation
Support adherence to EDI standards including ANSI X12 and EDIFACT where required
Partner with commercial and integration teams to support accurate data flow between backend systems and EDI interfaces
Trading Partner and Process Support
Support onboarding and maintenance of customer and supplier trading partners
Help coordinate testing validation and implementation of new or updated EDI connections
Assist in resolving transaction exceptions involving orders forecasts ASNs invoicing and procurement-related messages
Work with Commercial Supply Chain and GSM stakeholders to understand operational issues and support resolution
Help translate business needs into functional support requirements and coordinate with technical teams as needed

Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Supply Chain Business or a related field (minimum)
3 years of hands-on EDI experience (minimum required) 5 years (preferred) preferably in manufacturing or supply chain-intensive environments
Experience supporting EDI transactions and integrations for telecommunications business partners preferred
Experience supporting order shipping invoicing and procurement processes
Ability to collaborate effectively across business and IT teams
Experience with IBM Sterling VAN preferred
Familiarity with ERP systems used in manufacturing and distribution specifically hands-on experience with SAP

Technical Skills
Strong understanding of EDI standards especially ANSI X12; EDIFACT
Familiarity with integration concepts and data exchange formats including XML flat files APIs middleware and backend system interfaces
Experience supporting transaction sets such asand 947
Experience with mapping validation testing and transaction troubleshooting
Ability to analyze transaction failures identify patterns and support issue resolution
Ability to define mapping logic and generate pseudocode for EDI mapping implementation

Soft Skills
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on operational accuracy
Clear communication skills and ability to work effectively with business and technical stakeholders
Strong team orientation and willingness to coordinate across functions
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced support environment
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on reliable operations

Success Indicators
Reliable EDI transaction processing with minimal disruption
Timely identification and resolution of EDI issues and exceptions
Effective support for trading partner onboarding and maintenance
Strong working relationships with Commercial Supply Chain GSM and IT teams
Improved transaction visibility reduced manual intervention and stronger operational discipline
Consistent support of EDI enhancements aligned with business needs

Interview Process: One Round Video Interview with Direct Manager