Routing Specialist (remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Nashville seeks a Routing Specialist to optimize daily routes for dedicated customers across the Ryder network using routing software and automated processes.

You will generate executable plans for Ryder operating teams and coordinate with engineering and operations for timely execution. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple sessions and locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management (or related)
• 0 to 1 year in Transportation or Supply Chain industry
• 0 to 1 year in Transportation Experience (Transportation Management, Dedicated, FTL, LTL)
• Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio (Beginner)
• Data visualization tools (PowerBI, Tableau) and database programming (SQL, DAX) - Beginner
• Lean core tools (5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, problem solving) - Beginner

Responsibilities

• Plan daily routes for multiple sessions and locations
• Monitor order processing and route execution
• Create optimal, executable, multi-stop routes per customer orders
• Collaborate with operating teams and CI/Engineering groups

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Change implementation skills

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Professional relationships

Work independently and in a team

CI project management

Multitasking and time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Access

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

PowerBI

Tableau

SQL

DAX

Job description

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Job Description

This position supports the Ryder Continuous Improvement culture as a dedicated resource performing daily route planning and optimization for dedicated customers across the Ryder network. The Routing Specialist will process orders from customers utilizing automated processes and leveraging routing software to produce optimal route plans for execution by the Ryder operating team in a timely manner. This position will interface with operating teams in various parts of the country and includes collaboration with counterparts within the engineering team. This position reports to the Lead Engineer, CI Manager or Sr. CI Manager and is closely aligned with Operations management.

Essential Functions

• Performs daily route planning for operating teams, leveraging automated processes and using transportation modeling software.
• Monitor electronic processing of order files from customers and processing of completed routes back to DTS operating teams.
• Produce optimal, executable, multi-stop dedicated routes based on pre-determined parameters and customer orders provided within a defined period of time.
• Responsible for route planning for multiple sessions per day for multiple locations for 1 or more customers, typically taking 1 to 2 hours each sessions

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills And Abilities

• Effective interpersonal skills, Change implementation skills, Strong verbal and written communication skills., Required
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships., Required
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment., Required
• Ability to manage CI projects from beginning to sustained results., Required
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills., Required

Qualifications

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

Job Category

Engineering

Our Culture & Commitment

At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.

Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.

Compensation Information

The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:

Pay Type

Salaried

Minimum Pay Range

60000

Maximum Pay Range

65000

Benefits Information

For all Full-time positions only : Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

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Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Important Note

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

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