EDI Market Strategy Analyst

Engagement Type: Independent Contractor

Work Mode: Fully Remote

Contract Type: Project-Based (Flexible Duration)

We are partnering with a cutting-edge AI research lab developing next-generation intelligent systems for enterprise operations.

The lab is conducting deep research into the Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) and fulfillment solutions landscape, with a strong focus on AI disruption and competitive defensibility.

We are seeking an experienced EDI Market & Competitive Strategy Analyst to evaluate incumbents, emerging startups, and AI-native entrants within the EDI ecosystem. This is a high-impact role suited for professionals with strong industry knowledge, strategic thinking capabilities, and experience analyzing enterprise software markets.

• Conduct structured market analysis of the EDI and fulfillment solutions landscape, including major incumbents and emerging players
• Identify and compare:
  • Unique product capabilities
  • Vertical specialization
  • Integration ecosystems
  • Value propositions
• Assess competitive moats, including:
  • Network effects
  • Switching costs
  • Regulatory and compliance barriers
  • Embedded ERP/WMS/TMS integrations
  • Long-term enterprise contracts
• Analyze the defensibility of the current EDI ecosystem against AI-native disruption
• Evaluate structural advantages of legacy providers versus AI-first startups
• Develop forward-looking strategic scenarios, including:
  • How incumbents could defend against AI transformation
  • Which players are best positioned to adapt or dominate
• Produce structured reports and executive-ready strategic insights

• 2+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Enterprise SaaS market analysis
  • Supply chain or logistics technology
  • EDI platforms or B2B integration software
  • Technology-focused strategy consulting
  • Private equity or venture capital diligence in enterprise software
• Strong understanding of:
  • EDI standards (X12, EDIFACT, etc.)
  • ERP integrations (SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, etc.)
  • Fulfillment and supply chain workflows
• Experience analyzing competitive moats and defensibility in enterprise software markets
• Ability to assess AI disruption potential across both technical and business dimensions
• Strong written communication skills and ability to produce structured, executive-level insights
• Highly analytical and comfortable operating independently in ambiguous environments

• 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

• Work directly with a leading AI research lab at the forefront of enterprise automation
• Contribute to high-level strategic decisions in a rapidly evolving market
• Engage in rigorous, intellectually challenging analysis with real-world impact
• Flexible, project-based engagement with competitive compensation

• Independent Contractor role
• Fully remote with flexible working schedule
• Project-based engagement (may be extended, shortened, or concluded based on needs and performance)
• No access to confidential or proprietary employer/client information required
• Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise based on services rendered