Router - Sr

US Foods; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits start day one

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) plan

ESPP

Paid parental leave

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a Router to schedule and sequence routes using RoadNet and Mainframe in a timely, accurate manner. You will build cost-efficient routes that meet customer needs and work closely with Sales and Warehouse to determine delivery feasibility.

The role requires a minimum of 4 years in a related environment and strong computer skills, including data entry, report generation, and spreadsheet design. Benefits start day one and shift is Sunday–Thursday, 12pm–8pm.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in related environment
• Computer skills – data entry, general report generation, spreadsheet design
• Knowledge of routing software and load matching required

Responsibilities

• Route trucks by matching customer orders to loads
• Balance loads per trailer by size and weight
• Build cost‑effective routes while meeting customer needs
• Collaborate with Sales and Warehouse to assess delivery feasibility
• Prepare daily reports (route changes, sequence changes, new requests) and maintain routing software parameters

Skills

Data entry

General report generation

Spreadsheet design

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

RoadNet

Mainframe

Job description

BASIC PURPOSE: The primary function of this position is to schedule and sequence routes in a timely, accurate and efficient manner using computerized programs.**We help you make it!****US FOODS**is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs, and a continuous improvement focus.We are looking for Routers who relish the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODSfamily.**US FOODS**has a lot to offer:* **US FOODS**is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded* We are committed to compensation, and benefits that respect, and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work* Service recognition and employee rewards* Excellent Leadership**BENEFITS START DAY ONE:** medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave. *Check out our Benefits by clicking on the link*Health Plan Identifier (benefitspricing.com) Schedule: Sunday-Thursday, 12pm-8pm**Main Ingredients of the Job!** As a **US FOODS**Router, you will be responsible for scheduling and sequencing routes in a timely, accurate, and efficient manner using computerized programs (RoadNet and Mainframe).These routes will be built cost-effective and will match maintaining customer needs. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* Utilizing specified software, route trucks by matching customer orders to appropriate loads assigned to trucks* Utilizing specified software, balance loads per trailer by size and weight of product and pallets to be loaded* Build cost effective routes while maintaining customer needs.* Work closely with Sales and Warehouse Departments to determine delivery feasibility* Prepare various reports on a daily basis, i.e. route changes request, sequence change requests, new customer request, etc.* Maintains routing software system parameters (RoadNet and Mainframe)*Great Routers are crucial to the US FOODS team and one of the important faces of our organization. Our Router strives for integrity and reliability while building trust by working directly with Sales and Warehouse Departments to determine delivery practicality.***What you bring to the table** Education/Training:* High School Diploma/ GED requiredRelated Experience/Requirements: * A minimum of 4 years in related environment* Computer skills – data entry, general report generation, spreadsheet designKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:* Utilizing specified software, route trucks by matching customer orders to appropriate loads assigned to trucks.* Utilizing specified software, balance loads per trailer by size and weight of product and pallets to be loaded.* Build cost-effective routes while maintaining customer needs.Your efforts as a Router meet the foundation that defines **US FOODS**success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service. Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $19.41 and $26.00.