Route Optimization Specialist

Sysco; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a Router/Transportation Planner to facilitate efficient delivery routing using Roadnet software. The role focuses on generating optimal route solutions, ensuring compliance with hours of service and weight regulations, and coordinating with warehouse and sales management.

The position requires strong analytical skills, detail orientation, and the ability to manage multiple routes and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience with Roadnet and MS Office is beneficial.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills; attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and communicate effectively with managers, clients, and drivers.

Responsibilities

• Route customer orders for multiple facilities in the most efficient way under time and accuracy constraints.
• Plan routes, integrate new customers, and adjust routes due to seasonality or new yard needs.
• Analyze routes to reduce miles, delivery days, and hours for cost efficiency.
• Maintain route data and perform standard route maintenance.
• Schedule drivers within overtime and hours-of-service regulations; adjust for volume and holidays.
• Maintain accurate loading and door information for warehouse coordination.
• Prepare meetings/presentations for sales management and executives on service areas and cost controls.
• Ensure compliance with DOT and related regulations; maintain Roadnet system; prepare management reports.
• Create transportation management proposals to improve efficiency, service, and safety.

Skills

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Accuracy

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Roadnet software

Job description

Sysco is seeking a Router/Transportation Planner to facilitate efficient delivery routing using Roadnet software. The role focuses on generating optimal route solutions, ensuring compliance with hours of service and weight regulations, and coordinating with warehouse and sales management.

The position requires strong analytical skills, detail orientation, and the ability to manage multiple routes and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience with Roadnet and MS Office is beneficial.