Transportation Routing Analyst
Phillips Pet Food & Supplies•Easton, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Transportation Routing Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will design, analyze, and optimize transportation routes to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and on-time delivery of goods. You’ll leverage data, routing systems, and strong collaboration with operations teams to improve fleet utilization, reduce costs, and enhance service levels. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex logistics challenges and driving continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Data Analytics, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in transportation, routing, logistics, or supply chain
- Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and routing tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, data analysis)
- Ability to interpret large datasets and make data-driven decisions
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Working knowledge of transportation regulations and best practices
Nice To Haves
- Experience with routing tools such as Roadnet, Omnitracs, Descartes, or Paragon
- Knowledge of distribution center operations
- Experience with SQL, Power BI, or Tableau
- APICS/ASCM, CLTD, or similar certifications
Responsibilities
- Develop and optimize daily, weekly, and long-term delivery routes
- Adjust schedules using routing and logistics software
- Evaluate customer delivery requirements and service commitments
- Support capacity planning and fleet utilization initiatives
- Analyze transportation data to improve efficiency and reduce mileage
- Track key KPIs including on-time delivery, cost per mile, and route utilization
- Identify trends and recommend actionable improvements
- Create reports and present insights to leadership
- Partner with transportation managers, dispatchers, warehouse teams, and drivers
- Support execution of routing plans and troubleshoot operational challenges
- Assist with budgeting and transportation cost management
- Ensure adherence to DOT regulations and company transportation policies
- Support contingency planning for weather, traffic disruptions, and equipment issues
- Monitor route performance and drive optimization initiatives
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and process efficiencies
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on operational efficiency
- Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment
- Career development opportunities in supply chain and logistics
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
