Citizen Watch America ยท 1 month ago
Sr. EDI Analyst
New York, NY, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
10+ years expCitizen Watch America is seeking a Sr. EDI Analyst to lead the functional and technical aspects of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and B2B integrations. The role involves overseeing EDI integration design, testing, and ensuring seamless transitions for trading partner connections during the SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud implementation.
JewelryRetail
Responsibilities
Lead all EDI-related workstreams for the SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud implementation, including:
Integration design workshops and requirements gathering
End-to-end mapping, testing, validation, and cutover execution
Partner certification and go-live readiness for all trading partners
Collaborate closely with the SAP System Integrator, middleware providers (SAP CPI, TrueCommerce Foundry, DMEDI/Vantage Point, etc.), and business owners to ensure all integrations meet scope, quality, and timeline expectations
Maintain ownership of the EDI integration plan and cutover checklists; support defect resolution and stabilization post go-live
Configure, map, and maintain EDI transaction sets across:
Supply Chain: 850, 855, 856, 810, 180, 832, 846, 852, 860, 865, 867, 940, 943, 944, 945, 947
Finance: 820, 823, 824, 829
Transportation: 210, 214, 240
Partner with ERP (SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud or similar) and middleware tools (SAP CPI, TrueCommerce, etc.) to ensure stable, accurate integrations
Proactively monitor and troubleshoot daily EDI transactions to ensure uninterrupted business flow
Lead the onboarding of new trading partners and manage version upgrades or mapping changes for existing partners
Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, Customer Service, and Warehouse Operations to align EDI integrations with business needs
Translate business process requirements into technical mapping specifications
Maintain partner setup documentation, mapping guides, and operational runbooks
Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for all EDI touchpoints during S/4HANA Public Cloud implementation and steady-state operations
Ensure all EDI integrations conform to industry standards (ANSI X12, EDIFACT), partner specifications, and internal audit requirements
Implement data validation and exception-handling controls to ensure data integrity
Support internal and external audits (SOX, financial, ITGC) through accurate recordkeeping and traceability
Drive modernization by exploring API-based and event-driven B2B integrations alongside traditional EDI
Identify opportunities to automate monitoring, streamline partner onboarding, and enhance visibility of EDI data flows
Collaborate with IT leadership to shape the future B2B integration roadmap post-S/4 go-live
Mentor junior team members and share best practices across the IT Applications organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
10+ years of progressive experience in EDI analysis, mapping, and support, with a strong focus on Supply Chain and Finance transactions
Proven experience leading EDI workstreams in ERP implementation projects
Deep knowledge of ANSI X12 transaction sets (810, 820, 824, 846, 850, 855, 856, 860, 940, 945, 997)
Understanding of EDIFACT transaction sets (ORDERS, ORDRSP, ORDCHG, DESADV, INVOIC, REMADV, INVRPT)
Hands-on experience with EDI middleware (SAP CPI, TrueCommerce Foundry, DMEDI/Vantage Point, Cleo, etc.)
Experience working with 3PL and retail EDI partners (Rithum OrderStream, Rithum DSCO, Rithum Brands, SPS Commerce Fulfillment, LogicBroker, Radial DropShip Manager)
Strong understanding of EDI standards and mapping formats (X12, IDoc, XML, JSON, flat file, EDIFACT)
Skilled in troubleshooting transaction failures and performing root cause analysis
Experience supporting cutover planning and post-go-live stabilization for ERP integrations
Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills
Analytical thinker with strong attention to detail and data accuracy
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Leadership mindset with accountability for results, quality, and partner satisfaction
Preferred
SAP S/4HANA Public Cloud strongly preferred
Knowledge of API integrations, REST, and modern B2B communication methods is a plus
Company
Citizen Watch America
Citizen Watch America represents the sales and marketing for the Citizen Group within the U.S., Caribbean and Latin American markets.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Barbara Garces
Chief Digital Officer
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