Transportation & Routing Specialist

Do it Best•Fort Wayne, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation & Routing Specialist is responsible for execution and continuous optimization of inbound transportation routing across all U.S. Distribution Centers. This salaried role owns complex routing decisions, carrier performance analysis, and Transportation Management System (TMS) oversight to ensure cost-effective, reliable inbound freight movement.

Requirements

Efficient Routing Execution: Inbound shipments are routed accurately, on time, and using the most appropriate mode.
Cost Visibility & Control: Freight costs are monitored, analyzed, and optimized through informed routing decisions.
Reliable Carrier Performance: Carriers meet service expectations and support inbound delivery requirements.
System Accuracy: TMS data is current, reliable, and supports smooth inbound operations.
Operational Leadership: The role is recognized as a go-to expert for complex routing and transportation issues.
Ongoing Improvement: Routing processes continue to evolve through analysis and operational refinement.

Responsibilities

Execute and optimize inbound shipment routing across all transportation modes using the TMS or approved manual methods.
Make routing decisions and schedule adjustments to prevent service disruptions.
Support international inbound transportation flows to ensure timely delivery into U.S. Distribution Centers.
Establish and maintain standardized routing practices that promote consistency and efficiency.
Lead vendor onboarding related to routing processes and TMS usage.
Provide guidance and training to vendors on routing expectations and shipment execution.
Maintain vendor portal updates that impact routing or shipment setup.
Serve as a primary point of contact for routing-related vendor questions and issue resolution.
Maintain TL carrier rate structures and tariff accuracy within the TMS.
Analyze carrier performance, capacity availability, service reliability, and freight costs.
Support LTL quoting and billing accuracy for inbound shipments.
Collaborate with outbound transportation teams to identify and support backhaul opportunities.
Serve as the primary operational owner of inbound routing functionality within the TMS.
Partner with 3rd-party system providers and internal teams to support enhancements, testing, and system updates.
Ensure routing data integrity and system accuracy to support daily execution.
Lead implementation of routing-related process or system changes.
Develop and deliver regular reporting on inbound transportation costs, routing effectiveness, and carrier performance.
Identify trends and improvement opportunities through data analysis and operational review.
Drive process improvements that enhance service reliability and cost control.
Communicate performance insights and recommendations to internal stakeholders.