GXS EDI Developer/Analyst

Position: GXS EDI Developer/Analyst

Location: Phoenix, AZ (ONSITE)

Duration: Contract

Job Summary:

• We are looking for an experienced GXS EDI Developer/Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in using the GXS AI Workbench/TradeGuide for developing and supporting Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) solutions.
• This role involves designing, mapping, and maintaining EDI interfaces, ensuring efficient data exchange between internal systems and external business partners.
• The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement, troubleshoot, and optimize EDI processes to enhance business operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement EDI mappings using GXS AI Workbench/TradeGuide and Enterprise Gateway (EG) running on webMethods Integration Server for multiple EDI transaction sets (e.g., purchase orders, invoices, shipping notices, etc.).
• Analyze and translate business requirements into technical specifications for EDI solutions.
• Perform complex EDI mapping and configuration for different data formats such as X12, EDIFACT, and XML.
• Work with the GXS EG platform to configure communication protocols (e.g., AS2, VAN, FTP, SFTP) and facilitate seamless data exchange between systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to EDI mapping, data transformation, and transaction errors in a timely manner.
• Support the integration of external business partners and trading networks by developing new mappings and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Monitor EDI transactions for accuracy, completeness, and security, ensuring on-time data exchanges and resolution of any errors.
• Collaborate with internal teams (business analysts, developers, and IT) to streamline EDI workflows, improve integration processes, and address technical challenges.
• Perform EDI system maintenance, including software updates, patching, and configuration changes.
• Provide comprehensive documentation for developed EDI mappings, processes, and configurations.
• Work on ongoing performance improvements and provide recommendations for optimizing EDI workflows.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong hands-on experience with GXS AI Workbench/TradeGuide/EG and related EDI technologies.
• Experience with GXS running on webMethods platform and with webMethods Integration Server/Trading Networks.
• Expertise in creating and managing EDI mappings for formats such as X12, EDIFACT, and XML.
• Solid understanding of EDI communication protocols including AS2, VAN, FTP, and SFTP.
• Proficiency in analyzing and resolving EDI transaction issues and mapping errors.
• Experience with the integration of EDI solutions into SAP.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on identifying and resolving root causes of data or transaction failures.
• Knowledge of SQL and databases, and ability to perform data validation and extraction.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and communicate technical details to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with business partner onboarding, EDI testing, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to manage multiple EDI projects and tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in GXS, EG, EDI, webMethods or related fields.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.

Prior experience with business partner communication and EDI-related troubleshooting in a production environment