Router
About The Position
The primary function of this position is to schedule and sequence routes in a timely, accurate and efficient manner using computerized programs. US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs, and a continuous improvement focus. We are looking for Transportation Route Planners who relish the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS® family. US FOODS® is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded. We are committed to compensation, and benefits that respect, and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work. Service recognition and employee rewards. Excellent Leadership.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/ required
- A minimum of 4 years in related environment
- Must be able to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations.
- Must have computer skills – data entry, general report generation, spreadsheet design, data manipulation, mainframe downloads.
- Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide).
- Possess ability to resolve a variety of issues of fairly non-routine nature with some independence.
- Ability to work scheduled hours and any required overtime.
Nice To Haves
- Will train in US Foods Systems
Responsibilities
- Scheduling and sequencing routes in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner using computerized programs (RoadNet and Mainframe).
- Building routes that are cost-effective and match maintaining customer needs.
- Utilizing specified software to route trucks by matching customer orders to appropriate loads assigned to trucks.
- Utilizing specified software to balance loads per trailer by size and weight of product and pallets to be loaded.
- Working closely with Sales and Warehouse Departments to determine delivery feasibility.
- Preparing various reports on a daily basis, i.e. route changes request, sequence change requests, new customer request, etc.
- Maintaining routing software system parameters (RoadNet and Mainframe).
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
