Route Optimization Specialist

Ryder System, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Routing Specialist to support daily route planning and optimization for dedicated customers. You will process orders with routing software to create efficient, executable routes for Ryder operating teams across the network.

The role interfaces with operating teams nationwide and engages with CI/Engineering partners. A bachelor’s degree in a related field and 0–1 year of transportation/supply chain experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management (or related discipline).
• 0 to 1 year in related work experience in Transportation or Supply Chain industry.
• 0 to 1 year in Transportation Experience Necessary (Transportation Management, Dedicated, FTL, LTL).
• MS Office Suite with emphasis on Access, Excel, PowerPoint & Visio. Beginner.
• Knowledgeable of data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau) and database programming (SQL, DAX) Beginner.
• Basic knowledge of Lean core tools/processes (e.g. 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, problem solving) Beginner.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily route planning for operating teams using automated processes and routing software.
• Monitor electronic processing of order files and routing completion back to DTS teams.
• Produce optimal, executable, multi-stop routes for multiple sessions and customers.
• Collaborate with operating teams nationwide and with CI/Engineering teams.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Change management

Verbal & written communication

Relationship building

Team player / self-driven

CI project management

Multi-tasking & time management

Transportation/Supply Chain experience

Transportation industry experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office – Access

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

PowerBI

Tableau

SQL

DAX

Lean 5S

Standard Work

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Routing Specialist to support daily route planning and optimization for dedicated customers. You will process orders with routing software to create efficient, executable routes for Ryder operating teams across the network.

The role interfaces with operating teams nationwide and engages with CI/Engineering partners. A bachelor’s degree in a related field and 0–1 year of transportation/supply chain experience are preferred.