Routing Intelligence Analyst

PepsiCo•Plano, TX

About The Position

The Routing Intelligence Analyst will demonstrate a strong understanding and execution of daily routing using specialized routing software (Ortec & Omnitracs). This role involves daily communication with locations to coordinate resources, drivers, trucks, and specific customer delivery needs, as well as evaluating the effectiveness of routing solutions. The analyst will solve daily routing challenges by optimizing for the fewest trucks and drivers (FLEX routing) while considering workload, geographical areas, proper sequencing, balanced workload, and customer/driver continuity. The position ensures routing solutions comply with DOT hour and weight regulations and achieve location productivity targets for hours, stops, and cases. The analyst will also meet location and Routing Intelligence Center (RIC) productivity targets, handle customer and internal employee interactions professionally, serve as LPO for larger locations Go-to-Market projects, and be responsible for regular score-carding, analytics, and field reviews. Additionally, the role includes periodic presentations on market and location opportunities and providing input on Pre-Sell Routing for assigned locations.

Requirements

Good planning and organizational skills
Strong influence and negotiation skills
Effective communication and presentation skills
Proven project management skills
Experience leading and developing people
Ability to adhere to and coach process compliance
Ability to work in a fast-pace environment and adhere to schedule deadlines
Strong computer skills
Strong analytical, reporting and process improvement experience
Understanding of key productivity indicators and finance principles
Advanced understanding of telematics and GPS technology
Facilitation and training skills
1.5+ years of dynamic routing experience
Demonstrated consistent execution of routing process
Bachelor’s degree or relevant logistics job experience
Advanced MS Office Excel and PowerPoint skills
Willingness and availability to work assigned set schedules

Responsibilities

Demonstrate strong understanding and execution of daily routing using specialized routing software (Ortec & Omnitracs)
Communicate daily with locations to coordinate resources, drivers and trucks, and specific customer delivery needs and routing solution effectiveness
Solve daily routing solution by FLEX routing (fewest trucks and drivers) based on daily workload, tight geographical areas, proper sequencing, balanced workload, and customer/driver continuity
Ensure routing solution complies with DOT hour and weight regulations
Ensure routing solution achieves location productivity targets for hours, stops, and cases
Meet location and Routing Intelligence Center (RIC) productivity targets
Handle customer and internal employee interactions in a professional manner
Serve as LPO for larger locations Go-to-Market projects
Responsible for regular score-carding, analytics, and field review
Period presentation on market and location opportunities
Provide input on Pre-Sell Routing for assigned locations