EDI Lead Developer

Do you like using your IT skills to solve complex problems in a highly collaborative environment? Join the UFP Industries' IT team where you will be integral to the continuous improvement of our company.

General Summary

As the EDI Lead Developer, you will lead the team responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining EDI solutions to support our business operations. You will work closely with various departments to ensure seamless data exchange and integration with our partners and clients. This position is a full-time, onsite position, based out of Grand Rapids, MI (not a remote position).

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain EDI maps and processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to gather requirements and implement EDI solutions.
• Monitor and troubleshoot EDI transactions and resolve any issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Provide technical support to business analysts and EDI end users.
• Document EDI processes and maintain accurate records.
• Provide technical guidance, make significant technical decisions & mentor junior EDI developers.
• Responsible to complete projects on-time and on-budget.
• Manage a team of developers, keeping them focused on critical objectives.
• Mentor the team by providing guidance and technical expertise.
• Oversee project planning, task allocation, and timeline management.

Job Specifications

Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field is required.
• 10 years EDI experience required.
• Proficiency in EDI standards such as ANSI X12, EDIFACT, and XML.
• Strong knowledge of EDI mapping and translation tools.
• Understanding of ERP applications and related EDI business logic.
• Strong understanding ofdatabase design principles preferred.
• Proficiency inC#,.NET Framework, andVisual Studio preferred.
• ExperienceinProgress OpenEdgedevelopment preferred.
• Proficiency inProgress 4GL and ABL preferred.

Skills and abilities

• Proficiency in the use of the English language in reading, writing and speaking.
• Ability to interact and communicate within the organization and with customers.
• Ability to learn new computer software applications quickly.
• Logical, process-oriented nature.
• Ability to identify and pursue opportunities for improvement in business processes and systems.

Conduct

• Self-motivated and self-managing. Highly productive with no need of supervision.
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic.
• Good interpersonal skills and good communicator.
• Strong organization skills and detail oriented.
• Be a team player and support the company's goals.
• Conduct business in a professional manner.
• Ability to pass a drug test.
• Must work out of the Grand Rapids, MI corporate office.

Working Conditions

Working environment is generally favorable. Requires sitting at a desk for long periods of time. Some traveling is required.

Disclaimer Statement

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

"UFP Industries and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin"