Nadira Samaroo

EDI Specialist with 20+ years of experience supporting manufacturing and distribution environments. Expert in X12 and EDIFACT standards, EDI troubleshooting, trading partner onboarding, and ERP integration. Proven ability to manage order-to-cash and procure-to-pay workflows while collaborating cross-functionally to resolve issues quickly, improve data accuracy, and maintain operational continuity in fast-paced environments.

Consultant – EDI Cross-Functional Analyst - Advantage Solutions

(2024-12)

• Onboarding new Customer | Client Relationship.
• Complete Implementation from start to finish for Documents such as 850|875, 855, 940|945, 810|880, 856, 820, 864, 824.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot EDI transactions to ensure timely and accurate data exchange
• Support end-to-end order-to-cash workflows, including customer onboarding and EDI readiness
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, and IT teams to resolve EDI issues and ensure smooth go-lives
• Support testing, validation, and implementation of EDI integrations aligned with business requirements
• Document EDI processes, configurations, and troubleshooting steps for internal knowledge sharing
• Use Smartsheet to keep track of projects.
• Systems: ML CSV, SQL, Java, AS2, SPS, Genweb, FileZilla, Putty, Eliassen Group -IBM Sterling B2Bi Integrator, FTP, X12, XML, GXS
• Testing Platforms: Edicts, SPS Certification
• EDI Transactions 850|875, 855, 856, 860,810|880, 940|945, 820, 864, 824

Consultant - SPS Commerce - Remote

(2024-01 - 2024-10)

• Managed EDI testing and implementation for supply chain integrations for (850,855,856,860,810, 940|945, 943|944).
• Analyzed trading partner requirements and implemented EDI mappings and transformations
• Integrated EDI with ERP, WMS, and TMS platforms using X12 and EDIFACT standards
• Onboarded trading partners and implemented new documents to meet customer requirements
• Supported API and EDI integration with e-commerce platforms for real-time data synchronization
• Systems: ML CSV, SQL, Java, AS2, Minivan, DSCO, CSV, JSON datatypes, Jira, UKG, FTP, X12, XML, EDI transactions, DSCO, Teamwork, Slack, E-commerce. IDOC-XML, EDIFACT, X12,

EDI Specialist - Celsius Holdings

(2022-08 - 2023-12)

• Monitored and troubleshot EDI transactions (850, 855, 856, 860, 810, 943|944) to maintain seamless operations
• Onboarding new Customers
• Set up new warehouse documents 940|945.
• Collaborated with Sales, Operations, and IT to onboard new customers and implement EDI solutions
• Mapped, tested, and validated EDI documents to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Documented end-to-end EDI workflows, procedures, and exception handling
• Trained internal users on EDI processes and system usage
• Used Smartsheet to keep track of projects.
• Systems: True Commerce, Great Plains, Jira, Teams, Smartsheet, Salesforce, XML, X12, AS2

Consultant – EDI & Operations - Alice Ink Inc

(2017-02 - 2021-06)

• Onboarded new customers from start to finish, trading the following documents 850,856,860,810,820, 824
• Supported EDI troubleshooting across order-to-cash processes
• Set up standardized EDI templates for faster trading partner onboarding
• Managed AS2 certificates, map configurations, and compliance requirements
• Coordinated EDI, ERP, and WMS setups to ensure seamless data flow
• Systems: DataMasons | SPS EDI, Gentran, CSV, SQL, Java, AS2, SPS, Macola ERP applications, FTP, X12, XML, EDI transactions, E-commerce. IDOC-XML, EDIFACT, X12

Manager – IT, EDI & Compliance - Alice Ink Inc

(2006-12 - 2016-11)

• Onboarded new customers from start to finish
• Managed EDI integrations between ERP, WMS, and trading partners
• Maintained and updated EDI mappings and compliance requirements
• Established AS2 and FTP communications with

EDI Specialist & Systems Administrator - Costa Del Mar - Ormond Beach, FL

(2006-06 - 2007-06)

• Maintained and updated all mapping in strict accordance with vendor requirements.
• Managed daily backups and server updates to ensure smooth operations.
• Set up new employees with usernames and passwords for seamless application access.
• Coordinated and tested EDI feeds with external vendors.
• Led the conversion from Gentran to Sterling B2B Integrator and introduced digital certificates for the AS2 network.
• Established robust FTP and AS2 communication channels with trading partners.
• Processed various EDI documents, including 850, 856, 810, and 820.
• Troubleshot printer and system issues.
• Actively participated in the Corporation Compliance program.
• Systems: Windows, Gentran Suite, IBM, Crystal Reports, SQL Database, FTP, AS2, SSL, X12, XML.

Manager, EDI & Operations - Bernette Textiles Inc. - New York, NY

(2003-10 - 2006-01)

• Managed EDI trading partner relationships by updating and modifying EDI maps and ERP systems.
• Collaborated with executives and department heads to set goals for improving system user-friendliness.
• Worked with programming consultants to implement necessary changes to the ERP system.
• Developed a disaster recovery plan for emergencies.
• Handled daily backups and server updates.
• Set up new employees with usernames and passwords for all applications.
• Implemented digital certificates for the AS2 network.
• Established FTP and AS2 communication with new trading partners.
• Systems: Unix, Windows, Accu-term (Pick), Trusted Link – Invois EDI, Crystal Reports, SQL Database, FTP, AS2, SSL, UCC128 Labels.

Manager, EDI/Operations - Sunham Home Fashions - Irvington, NJ

(2001-09 - 2003-09)

• Processed all incoming and outgoing EDI documents.
• Managed technical upgrades and ensured compliance with trading partners' specifications.
• Collaborated with the Director of Operations and IT Manager to research and interview new ERP and EDI vendors.
• Contributed to decision-making regarding systems selection that best meet the company's needs.
• Led the implementation and training of new systems for employees.
• Participated in the team responsible for converting ERP (Mercator) and EDI (Sterling) systems to GP and TC.

EDI Manager/Systems Analyst - Boucheron USA - New York, NY

(1995-02 - 2001-08)

• Planned, analyzed, designed, and developed information systems to meet user and company needs, including collaborating with the controller to reduce end-of-month procedures to under two hours.
• Provided technical assistance and training for office and field personnel.
• Implemented EDI software upgrades according to trading partners' mapping specifications using Gentran.
• Resolved issues and inquiries related to networks, computers, peripherals, and services.
• Served as Project Manager, working with department managers to improve system user-friendliness.
• Analyzed departmental needs and created flowcharts to optimize workflows.
• Assisted programmers with interfacing phases and documented all structural system changes.
• Revitalized the Pick D3 Database and back-office software, enhancing user interfaces and business rules.
• Collaborated with department heads on systems and programming requests and conducted quality assurance testing.
• Successfully led the initiative to transition all trading partners to the Gucci Systems platform.
• Managed backup and recovery procedures for databases and Windows NT.
• Systems: UNIX, Windows, Accu-term (Pick), Gentran (DOS Version). XML

Bachelor of Science - Information Systems Management - York College, New York, NY (2001-02)

Associate - Computer Programming and Information Systems - Queensborough Community College, New York, NY (1994-02)