EDI Architect

The Blue Venture Fund; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Blue Venture Fund in Chicago is seeking an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Architect to implement and manage EDI operations. This role involves creating workflows that allow seamless trading partner connections and providing technical support for all EDI-related issues.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of EDI standards and IBM Sterling B2BI, with over ten years of progressive experience in B2B integration. The position offers a chance to contribute to innovative healthcare solutions and provides a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years in B2B integration and EDI, with 5 years in an Architect or Technical Lead role.
• Expert understanding of IBM Sterling B2BI and EDI standards.
• Strong knowledge of VANs and EDI communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage the EDI platform for the company's operations.
• Create and manage EDI workflows for seamless trading partner connections.
• Monitor and analyze EDI systems for efficiency.

Skills

EDI standards (X12, EDIFACT)

IBM Sterling B2BI

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

DevOps practices

Containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field

Tools

IBM Sterling B2BI

Sterling Map Editor

Job description

Company Description

At EVERSANA, we are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work across the globe. We’re fueled by our vision to create a healthier world. How? Our global team of more than 7,000 employees is committed to creating and delivering next-generation commercialization services to the life sciences industry. We are grounded in our cultural beliefs and serve more than 650 clients ranging from innovative biotech start-ups to established pharmaceutical companies. Our products, services and solutions help bring innovative therapies to market and support the patients who depend on them. Our jobs, skills and talents are unique, but together we make an impact every day. Join us!

Across our growing organization, we embrace diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Improving patient lives around the world is a priority, and we need people from all backgrounds and swaths of life to help build the future of the healthcare and the life sciences industry. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating an inclusive culture that embraces our cultural beliefs. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the kind of team and culture we are building. We look for team members that are not only strong in their own aptitudes but also who care deeply about EVERSANA, our people, clients and most importantly, the patients we serve. We are EVERSANA.

Job Description

THE POSITION:

The Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Architect is responsible for implementing and managing the EDI platform for the company's EDI operations for our 3PL distribution, Order To Cash and Revenue Management business unit(s). This role involves creating and managing EDI workflows in such a way that the rest of the EDI team can easily use the system to implement trading partner connections. The EDI architect will design business processes, manage and update existing ones, create documentations and facilitate implementation of new trading partners. This person will also be tasked to solve all technical challenges on the EDI platform that surpasses all other team members.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a solid understanding of EDI standards (e.g., X12, EDIFACT), and expert knowledge of IBM B2Bi Sterling Integrator mapping tools.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Our employees are tasked with delivering excellent business results through the efforts of their teams. These results are achieved by:

• Design, manage and upgrade EDI systems making trading partner implementation seamless to the rest of the EDI team.
• Monitor and analyze EDI system to ensure efficiency and adherence to company requirements.
• Help define the overall B2B technical integration strategy and roadmap, including designing high-availability environments and planning migrations (e.g., from on-premise to cloud/containers).
• Configure and maintain EDI connections with trading partners, including AS2, SFTP, VANs (Value Added Networks) and other connections.
• Lead the development of complex maps (using Sterling Map Editor) and Business Processes (BPML) to automate data transformation across formats like X12, EDIFACT, XML, and JSON.
• Create business processes that ensures sufficient and efficient archiving,
• Provide technical support to internal users on EDI-related issues.
• Maintain documentation of EDI processes, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Stay current on EDI standards, best practices, and industry trends.
• Participate in EDI projects and initiatives, including system upgrades and process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, Sales, Purchasing, and Logistics.
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
• All other duties as assigned.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of EVERSANA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by an employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for EVERSANA. If reasonable accommodation is needed to perform the essential functions of your job position, please contact Human Resources.

EXPECTATIONS OF THE JOB:

• Travel (Less than 5%)
• Hours (40+ hours per week, Monday through Friday with occasional weekend work as needed)

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the expectations of the position and shall not be construed as the only expectations that may be assigned for the position.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the expectations listed above.

Qualifications

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The requirements listed below are representative of the experience, education, knowledge, skill and/or abilities required.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in B2B integration and EDI, with at least 5 years in an Architect, Technical Lead, or equivalent senior design role.
• Expert understanding of IBM Sterling B2BI.
  • Design and implement complex, optimized BPML (Business Process Modeling Language) for enterprise-level workflows
  • Expertise in creating, maintaining, and performance-tuning all versions of EDI maps using the Sterling Map Editor
  • Platform Management: Proven ability to install, configure, manage, and tune multi-node B2BI instances across various operating systems (Unix/Linux and Windows)
  • Strong knowledge of compatibility matrices between different database versions, operating systems, and B2BI releases.
  • Expert-level understanding of the underlying B2BI database structure and data models.
• Strong understanding of EDI standards (e.g., X12, EDIFACT).
• Knowledge of VANs (Value Added Networks) and EDI communication protocols.
• Proven track record of providing Level 3 technical leadership for critical production issues and mentoring junior EDI developers and analysts.
• Experience with modern DevOps practices, containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), and public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3PL experience and/or 3PL experience in Pharmaceutical Industry
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good understanding of DSCSA and EPCIS.

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our employees’ points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.

EVERSANA is committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits for all employees. If this job posting includes a base salary range, it represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. Compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, other job-related qualifications/skills, and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). More information about EVERSANA’s benefits package can be found at eversana.com/careers. EVERSANA reserves the right to modify this base salary range and benefits at any time.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of EVERSANA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for EVERSANA. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodations applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview and hiring process, please contact us at [email protected].