Router

BASIC PURPOSE

The primary function of this position is to schedule and sequence routes in a timely, accurate and efficient manner using computerized programs.

Main Ingredients of the Job

• Utilize routing software to assign customer orders to delivery routes and appropriate trucks.
• Balance trailer loads by weight, size, and pallet configuration to maximize efficiency.
• Create cost-effective routes while maintaining customer service requirements.
• Collaborate with Transportation, Warehouse, and Sales teams to ensure delivery feasibility.
• Prepare and maintain daily routing reports, route change requests, sequence change requests, and new customer requests.
• Maintain routing system parameters within routing software, including RoadNet and other transportation systems.
• Monitor routing efficiency and recommend improvements when appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Work Environment

• Primarily office-based.
• Frequent interaction with warehouse and transportation operations.
• Occasional exposure to warehouse environments, including cooler and freezer areas.

What You Bring to the Table

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Related Experience: Minimum of six months of routing, transportation, logistics, or related administrative experience required.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong computer skills including data entry, spreadsheets, report generation, and transportation software; basic math skills; strong analytical and organizational abilities; excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to resolve routine transportation issues independently; ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities; ability to work scheduled hours and overtime as business needs require.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law.
• The expected base rate for this role is between $28.00 and $33.00 per hour.
• This Role Will Also Receive Overtime Compensation, As Applicable.
• Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.
• To review available benefits, please visit: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html