Router

Sysco•Rocky Hill, CT

2d•$32 - $48

About The Position

The Router facilitates the efficient and timely delivery of customer orders using Roadnet software and associated utilities to generate effective route solutions. The role creates routes that comply with hours-of-service requirements, weight laws, and applicable regulations. It works under ongoing time and accuracy constraints and supports delivery efficiency, cost control, consistency, customer service, and safety across multiple shipping facilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel.
Analytical and mathematical skills.
Accuracy, reliability, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and multiply and divide with tens and hundreds.
Ability to perform calculations using American money and weight measurements, volume, and distance.
Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence.
Ability to communicate information effectively and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Knowledge of spreadsheets and word-processing software, and ability to learn Sysco software and programs.
Working knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Route legitimate customer orders efficiently across multiple shipping facilities while following established procedures, protocols, and customer commitments.
Plan routes, integrate new customers into existing routes, identify when new routes or shuttle yards are needed, and make seasonal route adjustments.
Analyze existing routes to identify opportunities to reduce miles, delivery days, and hours and improve cost control and delivery consistency.
Perform standard route maintenance to reflect route changes.
Schedule drivers daily or weekly within overtime guidelines and hours-of-service regulations, adjusting for volume and holidays.
Provide accurate daily loading and door information to the warehouse department.
Plan and prepare meetings and presentations for sales management and executive staff about proposed service areas and expense-control opportunities.
Ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and other applicable regulations.
Maintain the Roadnet system.
Prepare reports for sales and management.
Create proposals for transportation management to improve efficiency, customer service, and safety.
Follow other job-related instructions and perform other duties requested by the supervisor.