Logistics Analyst & Dispatcher: Route Optimization & Safety

Republic Services; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Health care spending accounts

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance and AD&D

EmployeeStock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

PTO

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Logistics Analyst to coordinate drivers, trucks, and containers to improve capacity and productivity while ensuring prompt, courteous service to customers. Responsibilities include analyzing routing data, adjusting routes, and maintaining safety and asset security.

The role emphasizes driver communication, route efficiency, and proactive problem resolution in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities.
• Skillful with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
• Ability to understand and execute time-sensitive tasks.
• Experience in a customer-facing position.
• Two years of prior experience working in a Dispatcher or similar leadership role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze daily routing information and implement changes to routing for improved efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure all routes are closed on time by verifying data and completing the close route process.
• Communicate with drivers to provide necessary information and updates.
• Monitor routing activities to ensure pickups and deliveries are on time.
• Support driver safety and protect company assets while in transit.
• Review loads per driver per day to maximize profitability and route capacity.
• Address missed pickups and service commitments by rescheduling customers as needed.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Time management

Adaptability

MS Office

Customer service

Dispatcher experience

Tools

Routing platform

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Logistics Analyst to coordinate drivers, trucks, and containers to improve capacity and productivity while ensuring prompt, courteous service to customers. Responsibilities include analyzing routing data, adjusting routes, and maintaining safety and asset security.

The role emphasizes driver communication, route efficiency, and proactive problem resolution in a fast-paced environment.