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Shanmukha Gadwala

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Over 6 years of extensive IT experience in development and implementation of software applications. Worked on variety of EDI-EAI tools. Specializes in Sterling Commerce, GIS/Gentran products such as Sterling Integrator 5.2 and 6.0 IBM Sterling Gentran: Server 5.3.1 on Windows, GIS 4.3, 4.2, 4.1, MFT, Sterling File Gateway on Unix/Windows, HIPAA, GXS (Global Exchange Services). Coordinate with the trading partners and their third-party (TPA’s) vendors and the Customer service team (ERP) to gather the requirements and develop technical specifications with the required test data to kick off the trading partner configuration and setups. Experience in creation, modifications and testing of envelopes, maps, service/adapters, and AS2/FTP communications. Worked on Migrating Communication setups (AS2, FTP), Envelopes and Maps in GIS 5.3 and SI 5.2 and 6.0. Worked on SI Map Editor to develop Maps for various Trading Partners (XML-IDOC, X12-IDOC, EDIFACT-IDOC, FLATFILE-X12 and vice versa) located at different regions. Strong Knowledge of GIS’s Graphical Process Modeler (GPM) and Business Process Modeling Language (BPML) in building customized business processes for various clients. Worked on developing Customer Master Setups (CMIR), Material Master Setup, Partner Profiles setup including Order and Financial series documents such as ORDERS, ORDRSP, DESADV, INVOIC and others in both SAP and Oracle EBS. Enabling partners and setting the above EDI transaction types in SAP ECC and Oracle E-Commerce Gateway and customizing the solution based on specific needs. Worked on a various transaction like ORDERS, INVOICE, DESADV, PO_ACK and SHPMNT etc. in SAP ECC by creating partner profiles using t-code WE20 and creating In-bound and outbound parameters. Proficient in setting up mailboxes, set up of AS2, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, SFTP protocols to create connectivity & Creation of Certificates using SI. Experience in Migrating the EDI translations, maps, and partners to a third-party development company. Worked with transaction sets related to Order to Cash, Supply Chain network, logistics and transaction sets. Proven record of identifying bugs by designing granular test cases. Understanding of SAP EDI Configuration and IDOCs processing. Experienced in setting up AS2, FTP, and SFTP. Communication between trading partners and VAN. In depth knowledge of mapping SAP and non-SAP applications to a variety of EDI layouts. Excellent business knowledge, analytical and communication skills to understand both business and technical needs from the clients and customers. Familiar with Enterprise EDI ecosystems like Lightwell framework, OpenText Alloy, Seeburger.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

EDI Analyst

Spectrum Brands
08.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with IT, supply chain, and external partners to implement and manage EDI transactions (e.g., 850, 855, 856, and 810) that optimized order processing and shipping operations.
  • Working with suppliers, vendors, warehouse teams, “3PLs” and internal business teams, acted as a liaison between them.
  • Worked closely with third party EDI providers for our customers like Commerce HUB, Logic Broker and SPS Commerce for testing and on boarding the new partners etc.
  • Integrated EDI solutions with internal ERP and supply chain management systems to enable real-time data exchange and improve overall operational efficiency.
  • Provided expert troubleshooting for complex EDI communication issues, ensuring minimal downtime and resolving issues with new and existing trading partners.
  • Led the testing and implementation of new EDI software upgrades, enhancing system performance and data accuracy.
  • Analysed EDI processes to identify and implement enhancements that reduced manual interventions, minimized errors, and boosted productivity.
  • Acted as the key liaison among IT teams, vendors, and external stakeholders to ensure seamless EDI communications and compliance with industry standards.
  • Developed and maintained detailed documentation of EDI processes and standards, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices.
  • Monitored EDI communications and transaction data to drive continuous improvements in process efficiency and supply chain coordination
  • Developed maps from/to IDOC to various kinds of data format EDI, XML, CSV, flat files.
  • Implemented Extension Activity to use separate databases for development and test.
  • Designed, developed and deployed of integration solutions for local and cloud atoms.
  • Work with the business team to identify and document all requirements relating to EDI.
  • EDI implementations for EDI X12 documents such as (850, 812, 856, 864, 880 etc.), test case Execution, Build deployment, Post production. Enhancing existing EDI documents based on customer requirements.
  • Migration of Business processes, Maps to Cloud-based EDI.
  • Worked on Migrating Communication setups (AS2, FTP), envelopes and Maps to Sterling Integrator.
  • Automated Order processing, Invoicing, and Shipment tracking.
  • Responsible for all error issues with inbound (204, 816, 850, 856, 875, 888, 940, 943, 812, 864) and outbound (810, 824, 846, 856, 861, 880, 944, 945, 947) ANSI X12 EDI transactions.
  • Develop/Modify EDI maps using IBM Sterling B2B Integrator map editor.
  • Developed EDI Transaction set upgrade requirements as updated from X12 versions.
  • Responsible in setting up Trading Partner Identities, Document exchange, Packaging and Envelopes for both
  • Setting up various kind of communication channels like FTP, AS2 and email notifications.
  • Involved in production support, trouble-shooting the day to day issues of the application and On-call.

EDI Developer

Spreetail LLC
07.2021 - 06.2023
  • Developed and implemented new EDI transactions and interfaces with SAP while on boarding new trading partners across various transaction sets.
  • Conducted quality assurance testing for reports using SQL and PL/SQL, and prepared user acceptance documentation.
  • Translated business requirements into SQL stored procedures for database-specific projects.
  • Prepared functional specifications by gathering requirements and configuration details from business users and performing label testing.
  • Supported all divisions by analysing and migrating EDI maps and managing inbound/outbound file formats and handover processes.
  • Prioritized team projects based on deadlines and business impact.
  • Collaborated with operations to implement EDI system requirements and provided support to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to EDI and SAP IDOCS.
  • Acquired new methodologies in documentation, functional specifications, and technical specifications.
  • Worked with Technical Services on implementing Gentran system upgrades and developing scripts/jobs for new processes.
  • Created trading partner profiles in Gentran, establishing both inbound and outbound relationships.
  • Configured partner profiles in SAP using WE20 and various transaction codes (VOE4, VA03, VD03, VL03, MM03, XD02, BD87, WE02, SE16, ME21n, etc.).
  • Troubleshot, maintained, and resolved assigned defects and tickets in Service Now.
  • Developed new EDI maps from scratch and modified existing maps as needed.
  • Analysed, developed, and tested multiple EDI transaction sets including 850, 855, 856, 860, 846, 864, 875, 876, 880, 810, 820, 824, 832, 940, 945, and 943.
  • Conducted end-to-end testing with direct customer involvement and provided Hyper Care support once systems went live.
  • Led the migration of EDI maps across various divisions and file formats during company transitions.
  • Served as the primary point of contact for migrating EDI translations, maps, and source/target file configurations.
  • Validated and tested file formats, updated AS2 certificates, and collaborated with business analysts to document functional specifications.
  • Participated in testing initiatives with third-party providers such as SPS Commerce, GXS Open Text, and EDICT.
  • Applied expertise in ANSI X12 and EDIFACT standards and worked with ERP systems like SAP.
  • Assisted trading partners in tracking business transactions and provided alerts regarding the success or failure of EDI transactions.
  • Provided post-production support to ensure the successful processing of EDI files.

EDI Developer

CVS
05.2020 - 04.2021
  • Experience in the implementation of HIPAA regulation projects, Implementation guidelines and EDI Transaction Code sets.
  • Implemented EDI application development which includes EDI maps, new partner set-up and communication set-up.
  • Gather, analyzes and documents business requirements to support the design and development of technology and/or process solutions.
  • Experience in developing EDI HIPAA transactions like 997, 270/271, 276/277, 834, 835, 837 and 999.
  • Created the workflows to accomplish the business models in the business process Modules using he BPML in GIS.
  • Act as primary support for customer’s inquiries of EDI claims and monitoring of error queues during EDI processing.
  • Involved in Scheduling and monitoring of business processes.
  • Worked closely with both internal and external customers to analyze and resolve EDI transmission or data processing problems and exceptions.
  • Responsible to verify all data was successfully processed and trouble-shoot any failures during translation and address the issues to the team.
  • Verified and translated both the Inbound and outbound Invoice transactions sets.
  • Involved in support, problem solving, data correction and map changing based upon requirements.
  • Developed maps from/to IDOC to various kinds of data format EDI, XML, CSV, flat files.
  • Worked with Trading Partners to set up FTP, FTPS, SFTP communication with PGP encryption
  • FTP with PGP, FTPS, SFTP (FTP with SSH), AS2, HTTPS, protocols has been major protocols that had been utilized as part of the partner setups.
  • Documented the Business Processes and developed Visio diagrams for support purposes.
  • Provided production support on daily basis for error handling and created transmissions summary reports towards the end of the day.
  • Modified maps to support newer versions and upgraded from Gentran 3.2 version to Gentran 5.3 version.
  • Created/modified trading partner setup.
  • Conducted and performed analysis of EDI XML transactions, document and produced metric reports.
  • Reviewed and documented XML business requirements and assessed impact of changes to existing systems increasing the amount of data.
  • Worked on API to implement the necessary enhancements and monitor document transmissions.
  • Performed detailed design and mapping specification using XML (XSD, XSLT) creation for translation between Legacy and EDI formats.
  • Provided Production Support for the maps developed in Gentran.
  • Responsible to verify all data was successfully processed and trouble-shoot any failures during translation and address the issues to the team.

B2Bi/ SFG Consultant

Kotak Mahindra Bank
03.2019 - 02.2020
  • Managed and supported file-transfer environments using Sterling Integrator B2B 5.2, Sterling File Gateway, Sterling Secure Proxy, Sterling Control Center, My File Gateway, Oracle Database, and AWS.
  • Designed, developed, and deployed file-transfer workflows between trading partners over FTP, FTPS, SFTP, HTTPS, and Connect: Direct across UNIX, Linux, Windows, IBM z/OS, and AS/400 systems.
  • Implemented and maintained transfers from FTP, SFTP, FTPS, HTTPS, and Connect: Direct to AWS S3 buckets via the AWS CLI.
  • Migrated trading partners’ connections from FTP/FTPS/Connect: Direct to more secure SFTP or HTTPS channels (and vice versa when required).
  • Conducted network connectivity tests with various protocols to validate partner links.
  • Configured Connect: Direct nodes in Sterling B2B Integrator, integrated them into Sterling Secure Proxy network adapters, and enabled Secure+ features.
  • Installed and updated Secure+ certificates in SSP certificate stores and bound them to corresponding nodes.
  • Coordinated firewall modifications to support secure, reliable partner connectivity; selected appropriate protocols and designed channels based on data volume, frequency, and transfer direction.
  • Set up partner profiles as producers and/or consumers using Mailbox, SSH, FTP/FTPS, HTTPS, or Connect: Direct endpoints.
  • Created SSH profiles for trading partners and linked them to their partner profiles.
  • Managed user access by creating or updating accounts with password or key-based authentication.
  • Generated authentication keys and added public keys to authorized user key stores.
  • Assigned and modified user permissions in SI B2B for both trading partners and internal users.
  • Added or refreshed digital certificates (CA and trusted) for various partner connections.
  • Enabled PGP encryption/decryption on file transfers and configured attributes such as clear signing or ASCII armoring.
  • Updated Oracle Database with file-routing information using Dynamic Business Processes and parameter files.
  • Developed regex-driven parameter files for database updates.
  • Scheduled file pulls from external vendors with Control-M, coordinating parameter files with the UNIX team.
  • Associated dynamic channels with partner profiles to manage data transfers.
  • Created and refined standard channel templates for diverse partner routing scenarios, including simultaneous deliveries to multiple destinations.
  • Configured routing channels through Sterling File Gateway, integrating Connect: Direct as needed, and supported migrations from legacy platforms to SFG.
  • Established file-transfer alerts in Sterling Control Center using Rules & Actions and manual configurations.
  • Provided ongoing support and troubleshooting for transfer failures, connectivity issues, alert misfires, and Connect: Direct or SFTP script errors.
  • Set up and maintained file transfers to AWS S3 from Data Exchange instances running on EC2; monitored logs and performance to diagnose issues.
  • Managed and updated S3 bucket policies to control read and write permissions.

Education

Management Information Systems - Management Information Systems

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
05.2024

Skills

  • Tools: IBM Sterling Integrator, EDI, GIS Map Editor
  • EDI Translators: IBM Sterling Integrator 52, Sterling Integrator 51, Gentran Server 52,Gentran Integration Suite 42,Trusted Link 6402
  • EDI Mappers: GIS Map Editor, Visual Mapper
  • Management Tools: Service Now, JIRA, HP-QC, ZOHO, MS Project
  • EDI Standards: EDI X12(ANSI), EDIFACT, IDOCS, XML
  • Communication Protocols: FTPS, SFTP, AS2, VAN
  • Databases: SQL, NOSQL, MongoDB
  • Languages: SQL, Text Mining
  • Software methodologies: WATERFALL, AGILE and SCRUM

Timeline

EDI Analyst

Spectrum Brands
08.2023 - Current

EDI Developer

Spreetail LLC
07.2021 - 06.2023

EDI Developer

CVS
05.2020 - 04.2021

B2Bi/ SFG Consultant

Kotak Mahindra Bank
03.2019 - 02.2020

Management Information Systems - Management Information Systems

Northern Illinois University
Shanmukha Gadwala