USG · 23 hours ago
EDI Implementation Specialist
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
7+ years expUSG is an industry-leading manufacturer of building products and innovative solutions. The EDI Implementation Specialist will be responsible for customer onboarding of EDI transactions and implementing enhancements to improve automation efficiency, collaborating with IT and third-party VANs to develop and test customer transactions.
Advanced MaterialsBuilding MaterialManufacturingProduct Design
Hiring Manager
Frank V. Nicolia
Responsibilities
Analyze and define EDI requirements for customers. Review and maintain all EDI maps to drive compliance with business requirements, standards, and policies
Implement and manage successful EDI solutions to strengthen core operations and scale further, using solid knowledge of EDI practices. Drive the adoption of new EDI processes and implement future state roadmaps
Extensive experience with Order to Cash and Procure to Pay processes, as well as relevant EDI ANSI X12 transactions, including EDI 850, 855, 860, 865, 856, 810, 820, 812, 753, 754, 824, and 864
Coordinate with internal teams and external trading partners to set up new EDI connections and ensure compliance with their specifications
Establish and maintain strong relationships with trading partners to facilitate efficient EDI connections and transaction exchange
Manage EDI-related business support responsibilities. Provide ongoing internal/external customer support for EDI transactions and problems
Manage and develop customer relationships with key customers and third-party EDI VANs to facilitate EDI implementations
Recommend, design, and adopt new standards, procedures, and improved processes to enhance department effectiveness and overall customer experience. Stay current regarding technological developments in the EDI and internet fields
Monitor issues, enhancements, and questions until resolution
Develop and implement quality controls and departmental standards to meet organizational expectations and regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required, preferably in IT or a business-related field
7+ years of in-depth experience designing EDI specifications and mapping EDI X12 and XML documents
Familiarity with EDI standards (e.g., ANSI X12, EDIFACT) and communication protocols (e.g., AS2, FTP, VAN)
Experience with ERP systems like Oracle or SAP and their integration with EDI
Experience working with project management (e.g., Jira) and ticket management tools and software
Strong customer focus with ability to analyze business requirements and translate them into technical specifications
Proficient in problem solving and troubleshooting, with the ability to diagnose and drive resolution of technical issues related to EDI systems
Established time management and organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple demands and manage shifting priorities to meet deadlines
Demonstrated presentation, training, and knowledge transfer skills. Able to effectively communicate across various departments and levels within the organization
Ability to work with sensitive/confidential information with a demonstrated high level of integrity and ethics
Stay updated with the latest automation skills and actively apply automation solutions wherever possible within the USG integration work stream
Preferred
Background in the business practices of USG's customers
Experience with Oracle ERP, SQL queries, and automation tools
Knowledge of manufacturing business domain, supply chain, and logistics processes
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders
Benefits
Two medical insurance options
Vision and dental coverage
401(k) Investment Plan with company match
Pension plan
Life insurance
Accident insurance
Legal insurance
Pet insurance
Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Company
USG
USG is a manufacturing company that produces gypsum wallboard, joint compound and a vast array of related products for the construction.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknown2018-06-11Acquired
1993-05-14IPO
Leadership Team
Srinivas Veeramasuneni
Chief Technology Officer
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