Centralized Routing Analyst - Contract

Martin-Brower; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin-Brower in Mississauga, Canada, is seeking a Centralized Routing Analyst on a 15-month contract to optimize the outbound delivery network. You will analyze routing data, build reports, and support master schedules with Paragon software, ensuring SFCR/GFSI compliance and operational continuity.

The role requires a logistics degree, 3–5 years in transportation planning, strong analytical skills, and ability to work cross-functionally with DC Transportation leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics.
• 3–5 years progressive transportation experience with planning, routing, and systems.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and data management skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; cross-functional teamwork.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to produce accurate and timely reports.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret routing data; quantify financial opportunity/risk; communicate optimal routing decisions/actions.
• Update and maintain master data within Paragon (delivery time windows, equipment parameters, customer restrictions, bylaws, offload rate standards).
• Build reports to measure routing effectiveness and drive efficiencies.
• Collaborate with DCs, Restaurant Experience Teams, and stakeholders to feedback on master schedule.
• Provide technical assistance in using Paragon software; escalate daily routing challenges.
• Support projects, future state route modelling, and ad hoc analysis.
• Ensure compliance with SFCR, GFSI, GDP and transport rules.

Skills

Analytical skills

Reporting

Data management

Time management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Initiative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in logistics

Tools

Paragon software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The Centralized Routing Analyst is accountable for the optimization of the Canadian outbound delivery network. Data analytics on key routing metrics is to be performed to maximize schedule efficiencies for both daily trials and future master schedules. Working closely with DC Transportation leadership and Centralized Routing Transportation Planners, the position will help incorporate the DC’s strategic vision into the short and long-term routing plans. Our operations range from single-shift facilities to 24/7 facilities serving over 1527 locations, all locations receiving multiple deliveries per week.

This is a 15-month contract position

Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Collect, analyze, and interpret routing data; quantify financial opportunity/risk; and communicate the optimal routing decisions/actions
• Recommend updates to and maintenance of master data within Paragon including delivery time windows, equipment parameters, customer restrictions and bylaws, offload rate standards, etc.
• Build reports to measure the effectiveness of the routing and offer recommendations to drive routing efficiencies
• Work with the DCs, Restaurant Experience Teams, and other stakeholders to gather and provide feedback to ensure the effectiveness of the master schedule
• Provide technical assistance in the use and operation of Paragon software
• Act as the main escalation point for daily routing challenges
• Support key projects, future state route modelling, and other ad hoc analysis
• Ensure the operations follow all Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and Good Warehouse Practices (GWP)/Good Drivers Practices (GDP) for transport rules and regulations
• Other projects or duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics
• Minimum three to five years progressive transportation experience, with a focus on planning, routing, and system
• Strong analytical, reporting, and data management skills
• Excellent time management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to work on cross-functional teams
• Integrative thinker and excellent problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (verbal and written)
• Strong, interactive team player
• High initiative and self-motivation
• Ability to produce accurate and timely reports
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Travel is periodically required for training purposes (Less than 5%)
• Availability to work weekends is required to support operational continuity and scheduling needs
• This position must pass a post-offer background check

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Bilingualism (English, French) is an asset but not required
• Experience in a high-velocity distribution environment would be a strong asset
• Experience with Paragon or similar routing software solutions would be considered a strong asset