Sr. Infor XA / EDI Programmer Analyst
About The Position
The Sr. Infor XA / EDI Programmer Analyst reports directly to the VP of IT & Systems and is responsible for the development, customization, integration, and technical support of the company’s Infor XA ERP platform within an IBM i (AS/400) environment. This role supports manufacturing and distribution operations by maintaining system functionality, implementing enhancements, and ensuring reliable data exchange through electronic data interchange (EDI) processes. The Sr. Programmer Analyst will leverage advanced RPG programming expertise to develop, modify, and troubleshoot ERP applications, manage EDI transaction mapping, and support integration activities with internal systems and external trading partners. This position plays a critical role in ensuring system stability, compliance with operational requirements, and efficient data flow across retail, distribution, and global supply chain networks.
Requirements
- 6+ years of hands-on experience with Infor XA / MAPICS
- Strong IBM i (AS/400) development experience
- Proficiency in: RPG III / RPG IV / RPGLE (Free Form) CL Programming DB2 for i Embedded SQL
- 3+ years of EDI transaction mapping experience within Infor XA
- Strong understanding of ANSI X12 EDI standards
- Experience working with retail or distribution trading partners
- Solid understanding of ERP data structures (Customers, Items, Pricing, GL, AR, AP, Inventory)
- Experience troubleshooting integration and data flow issues
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
- ERP Development & Support
- Develop and maintain custom programs in RPG 400 / RPGLE (Free Form preferred)
- Support and enhance core ERP modules (Finance, Inventory, Order Mgt, Purchasing, Manufacturing)
- Develop and support CL programs, DB2 queries, and embedded SQL
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Develop custom reports, forms, and data extracts
- Troubleshoot system issues and data discrepancies
- Participate in ERP upgrades, enhancement projects, and testing initiatives
- Ensure change management and code promotion best practices are followed
- Support testing, deployment, and post-implementation validation
- Technology: Query400, PDM, ILE, System Link Tool Kit, PowerLink, NetLink, Business Objective (Infor), User Exits, SQL400, etc.
- EDI Integration & Mapping
- Manage trading partner onboarding and EDI compliance requirements
- Coordinate with third-party EDI providers (e.g., SPS Commerce)
- Perform mapping, testing, validation, integration workflows, and error resolution
- Ensure transaction accuracy between the EDI platform and Infor XA
- Monitor and support daily EDI transaction processing
- Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot EDI maps and integrations
- Support inbound and outbound EDI transactions, North American/European transactions to/from SPS Commerce, including: 850 (Purchase Orders) ORDERS - Purchase Orders 855 (PO Acknowledgements) ORDRSP - Orders 856 (ASN) DESADV - Dispatch Advice (ASN) 810 (Invoices) RECADV - Receiving Advice 846 (Inventory Advice) INVOIC - Invoice 820 (Remittance Advice) REMADV - Remittance Advice
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package includes employer-paid health benefits and a 401k match.
- Benefits are typically offered only to full-time employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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