Logistics Router/Route Optimization Specialist

State Logistics • Fontana, CA

23d

About The Position

The Logistics Router/Route Optimization Specialist uses a Transportation Management System (TMS) to optimize delivery routes, maximize trailer cube and weight utilization, and adjust plans in response to incoming orders, delivery windows, and operational constraints. The role plans daily pickup and delivery routes across DSD, backhaul, and transportation territories, supporting customer requirements, on-time delivery, and efficient operations.

The position monitors routing activity, coordinates drivers and backhauls, prepares route and loading documentation, addresses disruptions, and reviews routing reports to identify and resolve issues. It also analyzes existing routes and develops new routes as customer demand and transportation needs change.

Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday work is in the office; Saturday work is remote. Pay: $27–$28 per hour.

Requirements

• Proficiency in a Transportation Management System (TMS).
• Geographic knowledge and ability to analyze routing data for decision-making.
• At least 2 years of routing, logistics, or transportation planning experience.
• Experience routing 25 or more drivers.
• Experience communicating with drivers via a Truck Management System (TMS).
• Ability to work independently and make decisions about drivers and route assignments to ensure on-time pickup and delivery.
• Knowledge of DOT rules and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to meet changing demands and juggle multiple tasks in a busy environment.
• Excellent follow-through on commitments and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and assign daily pickup and delivery routes across DSD, backhaul, and transportation territories to meet customer requirements and delivery schedules.
• Optimize route planning, truck utilization, load capacity, delivery stops, and driver assignments to maximize fleet efficiency and minimize mileage and transportation costs.
• Use routing software to standardize routes, schedule deliveries, and improve transportation planning.
• Prepare daily route sheets, driver instructions, loading documents, and special delivery notes.
• Coordinate backhaul orders and assign pickups to appropriate drivers based on delivery locations, route schedules, and operational needs.
• Monitor daily routing operations and respond to driver inquiries, road issues, delivery disruptions, and schedule changes.
• Analyze existing routes and develop new or additional routes to accommodate changing customer demands, workload requirements, and transportation needs.
• Review previous-day routing reports, identify discrepancies and operational issues, and implement adjustments to improve route accuracy and delivery performance.
• Align delivery schedules, unloading requirements, and transportation resources with customer expectations.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation accrued starting with the first paycheck, and sick time and holidays after 90 days of employment.
• Holiday premiums for holidays worked.
• Low medical premiums for the employee and family.
• Paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• 401(k) company matching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed