Project Manager, Routing Outbound Transportation

Sysco

About The Position

Through consultation with the VP of Operations, the GSC Transportation Teams, and the Director of Operational Improvement, key actions were identified to support the development and execution of critical Operational projects at the national, regional, and site levels, with a particular focus on Transportation performance.

Requirements

A degree in Business, Engineering, or a relevant field preferred
Minimum 10 years in Operations and Distribution
Demonstrable experience in driving Operational efficiencies
Deep experience with logistical processes to include continuous improvement tools.
Able to read and understand vendor quotes.
Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Management of Personnel Resources: Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Coordination: Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Oral Comprehension: Listening to and understanding the information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Written Comprehension: Reading and understanding the information and ideas presented in writing.
Written Expression: Communicating information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Negotiation: Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Deductive Reasoning: Applying general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Problem Sensitivity: Perceiving when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
Fluency of Ideas: Coming up with several ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
Ability to read drawings and understanding process equipment

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, Access, and Outlook
Roadnet and Verizon Connect experience
Transformation experience
Project Management experience

Responsibilities

Develop and oversee transportation routing projects from conception to implementation.
Define project scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables aligned with business goals.
Coordinate cross-functional teams (logistics, operations, IT, procurement, etc.).
Monitor project progress and adjust plans to meet cost, schedule, and performance targets.
Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders and senior management.
Design and implement efficient routing strategies to reduce transit time and costs.
Analyze existing transportation networks and identify optimization opportunities.
Utilize routing software and Telematic tools to model, simulate, and validate route performance.
Manage routing algorithms, fleet assignments, geofences, and service schedules.
Ensure compliance with regulations (DOT, FMCSA, state/local transport laws).
Collect and analyze transportation data (fuel usage, mileage, delivery times, costs).
Develop and maintain KPIs and dashboards to track route efficiency and service levels.
Conduct root-cause analysis for performance deviations and implement corrective actions.
Collaborate with national and local vendors to establish working relationships, assign task, and expected project deliverables
Strategically adjust department activities, policies, and practices to meet or exceed key performance metrics and customer satisfaction goals.
Company meetings and any other market activities to foster the company’s recognition within the business community.