SAP EDI Integration Lead - Hybrid

Position Overview

Kforce is looking for a SAP EDI Integration Lead in Chicago, IL. This role is hybrid on-site near O'Hare Airport with in-person expectations Tuesday through Thursday;
Monday and Friday will be remote. EDI is essential for accurate, efficient order processing and supply‑chain management. We are searching for an EDI professional to lead improvements to our current architecture and guide the EDI team in onboarding new customers. We use SAP S/4

HANA software and IBM Sterling B2B SaaS EDI data integration services. We have a small internal technical team complemented by third‑party support partners, so hands‑on experience is required.

• Integration Management:
  Own various EDI integrations with approximately 60 retail customers, vendors, and third‑party logistics (3PL) providers
• Development:
  Work with IBM to develop and modify EDI and API interfaces to meet evolving requirements, focusing on reliability and efficient monitoring
• Collaboration:
  
  Work with internal teams and external partners to understand and support integration needs
• Issue Resolution:
  Consult with IT personnel and SAP AMS team to diagnose and resolve system, job, or integration issues
• Change Management:
  Follow industry‑standard change processes, including testing and validation
• Documentation:
  Maintain system documentation when changes are made

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or equivalent experience
• SAP training and certifications (preferred)
• At least 5 years of experience supporting EDI transactions with retail customers
• Strong knowledge of SAP S/4
  
  HANA and SAP IDocs
• Expert knowledge of EDI with retail sales and 3PL transactions
• Experience using EDI data integration providers such as IBM Sterling, SPS Commerce, Rithum, etc.
• Experience working with 3PL providers and their associated EDI requirements
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to convey technical information to non‑technical stakeholders
• Strong logical and analytical thinker
• Attention to detail
• Ability to occasionally work evenings and weekends as needed

The pay range reflects the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role; we may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance; HSA; FSA; 401(k); and life, disability, & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note:

Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remain in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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