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EDI Market & Competitive Strategy Analyst at Mercor
posted 7 months agoEDI Market & Competitive Strategy Analyst | $80–130/hr | Remote Worldwide
Mercor is hiring on behalf of a cutting-edge AI research lab developing next-generation intelligent systems for enterprise operations. We're seeking an experienced analyst to conduct deep research into the Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and fulfillment solutions landscape, with a focus on AI disruption and competitive defensibility. This high-impact role will shape strategic decisions around product positioning, moat durability, and AI-driven transformation opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct structured analysis of the EDI and fulfillment solutions market, including major incumbents and emerging players
- Identify and compare unique product capabilities, vertical specialization, integration ecosystems, and value propositions
- Assess competitive moats including network effects, switching costs, regulatory barriers, embedded integrations with ERP/WMS/TMS systems, and long-term enterprise contracts
- Analyze the defensibility of the current EDI landscape against AI-native disruption
- Evaluate structural advantages of legacy providers versus AI-first startups
- Develop forward-looking scenarios on how incumbents could defend against AI transformation and which players are best positioned to adapt
- Produce structured reports and executive-ready insights
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in enterprise SaaS market analysis, supply chain/logistics technology, EDI platforms, B2B integration software, tech-focused strategy consulting, or PE/VC diligence in enterprise software
- Strong understanding of EDI standards (X12, EDIFACT, etc.), ERP integrations (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, etc.), and fulfillment/supply chain workflows
- Experience analyzing competitive moats and defensibility in enterprise software markets
- Ability to evaluate AI disruption potential across technical and business dimensions
- Strong written communication skills with ability to produce clear, structured insights
- Highly analytical, independent thinker comfortable operating in ambiguity
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in supply chain tech, logistics SaaS, or B2B integration platforms
- Experience evaluating AI-native enterprise software startups
- Background in strategy consulting, growth equity, or corporate strategy
- Familiarity with automation, agentic workflows, or AI transformation in enterprise systems
Why Join
- Work directly with a leading AI research lab at the frontier of enterprise automation
- Contribute to high-level strategic decisions in a rapidly evolving market
- Engage in intellectually rigorous analysis with real-world impact
- Flexible, project-based engagement with competitive compensation
How to apply for this role
- Upload your resume — keep it up-to-date and in English. Mercor will auto-fill your profile from it.
- Complete the AI interview — a 15-minute conversation about your experience. Be ready to discuss specific projects and challenges you've solved.
- Submit your application — only about 20% of applicants finish all the steps, so completing yours puts you well ahead.