Route Optimization Specialist

Ryder System, Inc. (old); Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Remote; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Routing Specialist to support continuous improvement by planning and optimizing daily routes for dedicated customers across the Ryder network. You will leverage routing software and collaborate with engineering and operations teams to deliver timely, executable routes.

The role involves handling multiple sessions daily across locations, interfacing with operating teams nationwide, and ensuring efficient route execution with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management (or related discipline).
• 0–1 year related work experience in Transportation or Supply Chain industry.
• 1 year transportation experience preferred (Transportation Management, Dedicated, FTL, LTL).
• Microsoft 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 (5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, problem solving).

Responsibilities

• Performs daily route planning for operating teams using automated processes and transportation modeling software.
• Monitor electronic processing of order files and routing data back to DTS operating teams.
• Produce optimal, executable, multi-stop routes based on parameters and customer orders within defined time.
• Manage CI projects from start to sustained results.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Change management

Communication

Relationship building

Teamwork

CI project mgmt

Multitasking

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

0–1 year supply chain experience

1 year transportation experience preferred

Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)

Power BI / Tableau and SQL / DAX

Lean core tools basics

Tools

Access

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

PowerBI

Tableau

SQL

DAX

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. is seeking a Routing Specialist to support continuous improvement by planning and optimizing daily routes for dedicated customers across the Ryder network. You will leverage routing software and collaborate with engineering and operations teams to deliver timely, executable routes.

The role involves handling multiple sessions daily across locations, interfacing with operating teams nationwide, and ensuring efficient route execution with strong communication skills.