EDI Analytics & Process Improvement Specialist

Ace Hardware Corporation; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives

401(k) plan

Health coverage

Vacation time

Company car

Job summary

Ace Hardware Corporation is seeking an EDI Analyst to strengthen the Accounts Payable team in Oak Brook, IL. This role focuses on monitoring EDI invoice processing, reducing errors, and driving efficiency through root-cause analysis and collaboration with suppliers.

You will build reports, develop KPI scorecards, and lead process improvements, while training staff and partnering with vendors to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume, corporate AP environment; knowledge of vendor relationships, billing practices, payment terms and processing.
• Ability to read and interpret EDI segments and elements.
• Understanding end-to-end AP processes and finance impacts related to stock replenishment and drop ship.

Responsibilities

• Data Analysis - build and review reports to identify EDI errors and data discrepancies.
• Critical Thinking - evaluate exception errors, transactions, and gaps to determine root causes and solutions.
• KPI Reporting - develop KPI scorecards on invoice processing accuracy, EDI rejection rate, and errors.
• Continuous Improvement - identify and implement opportunities to improve EDI processes and workflows.
• Cross Functional Collaboration - lead cross-functional teams during EDI error resolution to drive accuracy.
• Training - provide training and support to business partners and AP team members.
• Support - assist with daily operations of the department.

Skills

EDI knowledge

Data analysis

Vendor relations

KPI reporting

Root cause analysis

Excel advanced

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Training

Accounts Payable

Tools

SAP

EDI systems

Excel

Job description

Ace Hardware Corporation is seeking an EDI Analyst to strengthen the Accounts Payable team in Oak Brook, IL. This role focuses on monitoring EDI invoice processing, reducing errors, and driving efficiency through root-cause analysis and collaboration with suppliers.

You will build reports, develop KPI scorecards, and lead process improvements, while training staff and partnering with vendors to ensure smooth operations.