EDI Systems Specialist: Connect, Map & Automate Logistics

Hermann Forwarding; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hermann Forwarding in Houston, TX is seeking an EDI Analyst to own our electronic data interchange program from start to finish. You will set up EDI connections with customers and trading partners, map transactions, and ensure data flows between our systems and theirs.

The role involves troubleshooting failed or missing transactions, supporting IT and help desk tasks, and occasional travel to Texas facilities. Experience with ANSI X12 and at least one EDI translator is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on EDI experience, preferably in transportation, logistics, 3PL or warehousing
• Solid working knowledge of ANSI X12 structure (ISA/GS/ST envelopes, segments, elements, loops)
• Experience onboarding trading partners and working from customer implementation guides
• Hands-on experience with at least one EDI translator or integration platform
• Understanding of communication protocols (AS2, SFTP, VAN)
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with close attention to detail
• Clear communication with both technical and non-technical people, customers included
• Familiarity with TMS/WMS platforms and XML/JSON basics (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Onboard trading partners: Lead EDI setup with new customers, from gathering requirements and reviewing implementation guides to testing and certifying the connection and taking it live
• Structure and map messages: Build and maintain maps for ANSI X12 and EDIFACT transactions
• Troubleshoot and resolve: Monitor EDI traffic, fix failed or missing transactions, resolve mapping issues
• Manage communications: Set up and maintain connections over AS2, SFTP/FTP, VAN and API
• Integrate with internal systems: Collaborate with operations, billing and IT to ensure data flows into/out of TMS/WMS/accounting
• Serve as the partner contact: Answer EDI questions, coordinate spec changes, maintain partner scorecards
• Document everything: Keep mapping specs, partner profiles, testing records and procedures
• Improve the process: Automate, reduce manual work, add monitoring and alerts

Skills

EDI experience

ANSI X12 knowledge

Onboarding trading partners

EDI translators

AS2/SFTP/VAN

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

IBM Sterling

Cleo

TrueCommerce

SPS Commerce

OpenText

Kleinschmidt

Job description

Hermann Forwarding in Houston, TX is seeking an EDI Analyst to own our electronic data interchange program from start to finish. You will set up EDI connections with customers and trading partners, map transactions, and ensure data flows between our systems and theirs.

The role involves troubleshooting failed or missing transactions, supporting IT and help desk tasks, and occasional travel to Texas facilities. Experience with ANSI X12 and at least one EDI translator is required.