DETAILS: EDI – Applications Manager
Title: EDI Applications Manager
Compensation: DOE
Location: Hoover, AL (Hybrid Role)
OVERVIEW: EDI Applications Manager
This individual will plan, develop, and implement the EDI strategy, vision, and roadmap for the organization. This person will lead and supervise the EDI team, including hiring, training, coaching, and evaluating the performance of the staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES: EDI Applications Manager
- Establishes and maintains effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, such as business units, IT departments, vendors, and trading partners.
- Negotiates and manages the contracts and service level agreements with the EDI service providers and vendors.
- Oversees the design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of the EDI systems, applications, and integrations.
- Monitors and evaluates the EDI system’s performance, availability, security, and compliance, and initiates corrective actions as needed.
- Ensures that the EDI systems adhere to the industry standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Resolves complex EDI issues and provides technical support and guidance to the EDI team and users.
- Conducts regular audits and reviews of the EDI systems and processes, and recommends improvements and enhancements.
- Prepares and presents reports and analyses on the EDI systems status, metrics, and outcomes.
- Partner with distribution leadership to develop and maximize cross-dock EDI solutions
- Maintain ASN compliance with vendors
- Stays abreast of the latest EDI trends, technologies, and innovations, and evaluates their applicability and feasibility for the organization.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: EDI Applications Manager
- 6+ years of experience in EDI systems development, implementation, and management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Extensive knowledge and expertise in EDI standards, formats, protocols, and technologies, such as ANSI X12, EDIFACT, XML, AS2, FTP, VAN communication protocols etc.
- Familiarity with iSeries and RPG development and data files.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: EDI Applications Manager
- Knowledge of OpenText TrustedLink and BizManager
- Experience with INFOR is a plus
- Strong project management, budgeting, and planning skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to adapt to changing business needs and technologies.
