EDI B2B Developer

Are you passionate about driving seamless B2B integrations and bringing systems to life? As an EDI B2Bi Developer, you'll play a pivotal role in revolutionizing how businesses connect and exchange data.

General Responsibilities:

Development and Integration:

• Create and implement translation mappings using cXML and other EDI formats.
• Configure and maintain client interfaces for B2B transactions, including punchout catalog setup and cXML transformation.

Transaction and Transmission Management:

• Manage cXML transactions such as purchase orders, invoices, advanced shipping notices (ASN), and other related documents.
• Resolve transmission failures and troubleshoot EDI process issues.
• Ensure efficient communication with external platforms using protocols such as HTTP, HTTPS, JSON, and web services.

Collaboration with Procurement Platforms:

• Set up and manage punchout catalogs and cXML transactions within procurement platforms like Ariba, Coupa, and Taulia.

Automation and Security:

• Automate operational processes while adhering to strict security requirements.
• Develop tools for monitoring and managing production systems.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Work with internal teams and clients to ensure proper system integration and problem resolution.
• Explain technical processes and protocols to teams and management.

Specific Technical Responsibilities:

Data and Format Management:

• Work with various data formats (cXML, ANSI X12, XML, CSV, delimited, and positional flat files).
• Manage file transfers through protocols like FTPs, HTTP, HTTPS, and SOAP.

IT Infrastructure:

• Administer API connections for integration with external platforms.
• Configure SSH communication on UNIX, including key generation and management.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and implement industry best practices.
• Optimize processes related to infrastructure and development.

Monitoring and Maintenance:

• Implement, monitor, and manage systems and applications to ensure optimal performance.

B2B System Integration:

• Leverage experience with tools and platforms such as IBM Sterling B2B Integrator and Sterling Secure Proxy.

Must-Have Criteria:

Educational Background:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency in translation mapping using cXML, punchout, and web programming (IIS).
• Experience with cXML transactions, including purchase orders, invoices, ASN, and punchout catalogs (e.g., inventory, pricing).
• Familiarity with cXML transmissions via Web Services, HTTP/HTTPS, JSON, NetSuite, .NET Framework.
• Hands-on experience with data formats such as cXML, ANSI X12, XML, CSV, and EDI.

Platforms and Tools:

• Strong understanding of procurement platforms like Ariba, Coupa, and Taulia, including punchout catalog setup.
• Experience in B2B punchout processes, cXML transformations, and customer interface configurations.
• Knowledge of API communication and UNIX-based SSH setup.  

Problem-Solving:

• Proven ability to troubleshoot transmission failures and resolve EDI-related issues.
• Strong analytical and detail-oriented skills.

Optional (Nice-to-Have) Criteria:

1. Advanced Technical Skills:
   • Knowledge of Perl scripting, Unix/Linux, Korn Shell scripting.
   • Experience with IBM Sterling B2B Integrator (ISB2BI) and Sterling Secure Proxy.
   • Basic knowledge of MQ tools and SOAP-based file transfer.
2. Industry Knowledge:
   • Strong familiarity with B2B EDI terminology and standards (e.g., X12, EDI, XML, cXML).
   • Awareness of current industry trends and best practices.
3. Soft Skills:
   • Effective communication skills to explain protocols and processes to teams and management.
   • Strong time management and multitasking abilities.
4. Automation and Improvement:
   • Experience building tools for automation, deployment, and system monitoring.
   • Commitment to continuous improvement and system optimization.