Logistics Analytics Lead: Route Optimization & Safety

Republic Services; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Republic Services in Columbus, OH is seeking a Logistics Analyst to coordinate drivers, routes, and assets, optimizing capacity and service quality. You will analyze routing data, monitor daily operations, and collaborate with drivers to maximize on-time pickups and customer satisfaction.

The role requires strong analytical abilities, clear communication, and experience in a dispatcher-like leadership capacity. Proficiency with MS Office and proactive problem solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Time-sensitive task execution.
• Experience in a customer-facing position.
• Two years of dispatcher/leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate drivers, routes, and containers to optimize capacity and service quality.
• Ensure safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Analyze daily routing and implement improvements for efficiency and accuracy.
• Respond to same-day changes and plan for future service needs.
• Monitor routes to ensure on-time pickups and deliveries.
• Educate drivers on missed pickups and develop mitigation strategies.
• Review loads per driver to maximize profitability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Fast-paced work

MS Office

Time-sensitive tasks

Customer-facing

Dispatcher leadership experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Republic Services in Columbus, OH is seeking a Logistics Analyst to coordinate drivers, routes, and assets, optimizing capacity and service quality. You will analyze routing data, monitor daily operations, and collaborate with drivers to maximize on-time pickups and customer satisfaction.

The role requires strong analytical abilities, clear communication, and experience in a dispatcher-like leadership capacity. Proficiency with MS Office and proactive problem solving are essential.