EDI Developer

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an opening for an EDI Developer at our corporate office in Richmond, Virginia. This position is onsite and is responsible for creating, maintaining, and testing mapping solutions to maintain a positive business relationship with trading partners.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. As the successful candidate, you will be expected to work collaboratively with trading partners to ensure the continuous and accurate exchange of electronic business documents.

Your additional responsibilities as EDI Developer include:

• Partner closely with trading partners to understand EDI requirements, coordinating joint planning and implementation efforts across all stakeholders
• Analyze trading partner specifications and design effective EDI solutions using mapping tools, SAP integration, and custom development when needed
• Support daily EDI transaction exchanges to ensure accurate, timely data flow and uninterrupted business operations
• Diagnose and resolve EDI production issues by identifying root causes and implementing lasting corrective actions
• Create and maintain clear, detailed documentation and standard procedures for EDI workflows to support consistency and operational reliability

Skills/ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field
• 1-2 years of hands‑on experience with EDI mapping and communication protocols
• 1-2 years of experience working with IBM Sterling B2B Integrator
• 1-2 years of SAP IDoc development and integration experience
• 1-2 years of experience in XML development and data transformation
• Strong understanding of EDI standards, including ANSI X12 and EDIFACT
• Hands‑on EDI mapping experience in a manufacturing or retail environment
• Experience working with IBM Sterling B2B Integrator
• Experience supporting core EDI transactions, including X12 850, 855, 856, and 810
• SAP IDoc experience with ORDERS, DELVRY, and INVOIC
• Basic understanding of computer communications and integrations, including FTP, AS1, AS2, and network file sharing
• Familiarity with SAP document flows and EDI/SAP error handling processes
• Additional X12, EDIFACT, or VDA transaction experience

Excellent Comprehensive Benefit Plan

• We also have 401K, Profit Sharing and a great Benefit Package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and paid time off (Vacation and Holidays).

Important Notes

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.

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Experience

Required

• 3 - 4 years: SAP iDoc
• 3 - 4 years: EDI Mapping

Preferred

• 3 - 4 years: XML Development

Skills

Preferred

• SAP

Behaviors

Preferred

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Preferred

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer
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