Router - Sr

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About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Utilize specified software to route trucks by matching customer orders to appropriate loads assigned to trucks.
• Balance loads per trailer by size and weight of product and pallets to be loaded using specified software.
• Build cost-effective routes while maintaining customer needs.
• Work closely with Sales and Warehouse Departments to determine delivery feasibility.
• Prepare various reports on a daily basis, including route changes request, sequence change requests, and new customer requests.
• Maintain routing software system parameters (RoadNet and Mainframe).

Relationships

• Internal: Transportation Supervisor and/or Transportation Manager; Sales and Warehouse Department associates; Delivery Drivers, Dispatchers, and department clerks.
• External: Customers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• A minimum of 4 years in a related environment.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and safety regulations.
• Computer skills: data entry, general report generation, spreadsheet design, data manipulation, mainframe downloads.
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, and divide).
• Ability to resolve a variety of non-routine issues with some independence.
• Ability to work scheduled hours and any required overtime.

Schedule

Sunday to Thursday (1pm to 9pm)

Pay

The expected hourly base rate for this role is between $19.94 and $33.23, with overtime compensation.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Pre-tax spending accounts
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life insurance