EDI Market & Competitive Strategy Analyst at Mercor

EDI 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