Based in Mount Prospect, IL, Mizkan America is a subsidiary of the Mizkan Group, a global, family-owned company that has been Bringing Flavor to Life™ for over 220 years. As one of the leading makers of vinegars, condiments, and sauces in the United States, Mizkan America maintains 12 manufacturing facilities that serve the retail, foodservice, specialty-Asian, and food-ingredient trade channels. We are committed to following our two core principles: continuously challenging the status quo and delivering only the finest products for our customers. Our leadership seeks out, embraces, and implements ideas for improvement from all of its employees. Transparency and accountability are two key factors that drive our company’s overall management approach.



We are looking for people who are seeking to deliver their best so that we can deliver ours. Above all, we’re dedicated to maximizing the potential of our greatest assets—our team members. That’s reflected in our ongoing commitment to recruit, develop, reward, and retain our talented, multicultural workforce. We hope to see you as part of our team’s future success!





The individual in this role must initially work daily at Mizkan America’s North American headquarters in Mt. Prospect, IL, transitioning to Schaumburg, IL by mid to late 2025. Once established, there will be flexibility to work remotely for part of each day. Onsite presence is required for full days on Wednesdays and Thursdays currently.





COMMENTS: This job description reflects assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.





SUMMARY:

Are you looking for an integration analyst role in a manufacturing organization using D365? Do you enjoy solving problems, turning needs into solutions? As you may know, business and IT do not always speak the same language, therefore we need someone to help understand the business and translate their needs into software solutions that will help us be more efficient and realize results. If you answered yes to the previous questions and have a strong EDI background in the Microsoft ERP space (AX2009, 2012, D365), this is the role for you!



Mizkan is embarking on a major initiative to transform how we process EDI transactions. We currently use the ToIncrease ISV solution to produce flat files which are sent to our partner via Boomi and then translated to X12 format and processed through their VAN. Our plan is to bring these processes in-house and produce the X12 documents directly.



The EDI Integration Analyst will be responsible for the development and support of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) systems. This role involves collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the seamless exchange of electronic data with our trading partners. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.





JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:


* Develop, test, and maintain EDI maps and transactions.
* Monitor EDI transaction flows and troubleshoot any issues that arise.
* Collaborate with business partners and vendors to set up new EDI connections and trading partners.
* Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations related to EDI transactions.
* Analyze and document EDI processes and workflows for continuous improvement.
* Provide technical support and training to internal teams on EDI processes and systems.
* Assist in the integration of EDI systems with internal ERP and other business systems.
* Perform regular audits to ensure data accuracy and integrity.





Experience:


* Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field preferred or 3+ years experience in related field
* 3+ years of experience with EDI implementation and maintenance. Specifically, working with integration development tools for EDI mapping and business process modeling (IBM Sterling B2B Integrator, IBM Sterling File Gateway, or other comparable tools)
* 3+ years of experience with EDI communications (Direct, VAN, AS2, FTP, SFTP, HTTPS)
* 3+ years of demonstrable experience with EDI preferably developing and supporting X12 maps (850, 855, 856, 810, 940, 943, 944, 945, 947, etc.)
* Demonstrated EDI configuration experience, including partner profile setup and business process modeling
* Experience in writing SQL queries
* Advanced experience EDI inbound and outbound interface functionality and developing and supporting interfaces for different business processes
* Strong functional knowledge of EDI standards such as ANSI X12
* Strong experience in CPG environment

Skills/Abilities:


* Exceptional interpersonal skills in areas such as teamwork, facilitation, and negotiation
* Excellent analytical and technical skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent planning and organizational skills
* Ability to work in diverse teams with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
* Ability to understand the long-term ("big picture") and short-term perspectives of situations
* Ability to translate business needs into architecture requirements
* Ability to estimate the financial impact of technical architecture alternatives
* Ability to apply multiple technical solutions to business problems

BONUS EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS


* Solid understanding of standard business processes across all functional areas of a manufacturing business (Order to Cash, Concept to Market, Procure to Pay, Pick to Ship, Plan to Production, Post to Close)
* Experience with different EDI partners and solutions (Data Mason, SPS, Staedean, etc)
* X++ development skills
* Experience with Boomi EDI platform
* Experience with Staedean ISV Solution (formally ToIncrease)

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $98,800 to $138,300. Compensation is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience. Short-Term Incentive and other forms of compensation may also be provided as part of a total compensation package.



A full range of medical, dental, vision, 401K plus up-to-four-percent (4%) match, profit sharing, wellness program, paid parental leave, long-term-care insurance, critical accident insurance, short- and long-term disability and education assistance are also available.



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