Router

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BASIC PURPOSE:

The primary function of this position is to schedule and sequence routes in a timely, accurate and efficient manner using computerized programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Utilizing specified software, route trucks by matching customer orders to appropriate loads assigned to trucks.

Utilizing specified software, balance loads per trailer by size and weight of product and pallets to be loaded.

Build cost effective routes while maintaining customer needs.

Work closely with Sales and Warehouse Departments to determine delivery feasibility.

Prepare various reports on a daily basis, i.e. route changes request, sequence change requests, new customer request, etc.

Maintains routing software system parameters (RoadNet and Mainframe)

SUPERVISION :


RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Transportation Supervisor and/or Transportation Manager; Sales and Warehouse Dept. associates; Delivery Drivers, Dispatchers, and department clerks.

External: Customers.


QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training: High School Diploma/GED preferred;

Related Experience: A minimum of 2 years in related environment

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 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.

This role may also receive overtime compensation

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.

Grade: N08

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds).  The expected base rate for this role is between

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