Business Analyst - Assessment and Vendor Selection

We are seeking a skilled Business Analyst with strong EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) experience for a 3-month contract engagement with a leading consulting firm. This role involves conducting a comprehensive EDI assessment and supporting vendor selection for a major transformation project. The position is remote, with occasional travel to the end-client site as required.

Responsibilities:

Lead discovery and assessment activities related to the clientâ s current EDI processes, systems, and trading partner requirements.

Gather and analyze business requirements by working closely with stakeholders, including operations, IT, and external vendors.

Map current-state EDI processes and identify gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities.

Facilitate vendor evaluations by preparing RFPs/RFIs, assessing vendor capabilities, and supporting decision-making processes.

Translate business needs into clear and detailed functional and technical requirements.

Coordinate meetings, workshops, and documentation to ensure alignment among cross-functional teams.

Provide strategic insights and recommendations to support the consulting team and client leadership.

Assist in planning and roadmap development for potential EDI system upgrades or migrations.

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, preferably in consulting or client-facing roles.

Experience working with Oracle and Clio a plus

Proven experience working with EDI systems, standards (X12, EDIFACT, etc.), and trading partner integrations.

Strong understanding of EDI-related business processes in industries such as logistics, healthcare, or retail.

Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Experience supporting vendor evaluations and selection processes.

Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with diverse teams.

Willingness and ability to travel for occasional on-site meetings (domestic).

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with system modernization or digital transformation projects.

Familiarity with EDI software platforms (e.g., Gentran, IBM Sterling, SPS Commerce).

Previous experience supporting RFP development and vendor scorecards.