Supervisor, Routing

US Foods; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Short-term & long-term disability

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a routing specialist in Houston, TX to supervise the routing team and ensure timely, accurate route sequencing. The role analyzes existing routes to boost efficiency and collaborates with sales and warehouse to assess delivery feasibility.

It involves leading weekly routing meetings, generating daily and weekly reports, and maintaining routing software settings. A strong MS Office and routing software aptitude is required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to openly communicate with all associates (external and internal).
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access).
• Ability to learn to use routing software and GPS tools (XATA).
• Understand and interpret DOT and other regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support the router.
• Ensure routes are scheduled and sequenced in a timely, accurate and efficient manner.
• Analyze existing routes and drive improved efficiencies.
• Work with sales and warehouse to determine delivery feasibility.
• Lead the weekly Ops/Sales Routing meeting.
• Prepare daily/weekly reports (route changes, sequence changes, new customer requests).
• Maintain routing software system parameters (Roadnet and Mainframe).
• Drive process changes to reduce costs while improving customer satisfaction.

Skills

Route analysis

Dataset analysis

MS Office

Communication skills

Routing software

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

XATA GPS

Routing Software

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervision and support of the router
• Ensure routes are scheduled and sequenced in a timely, accurate and efficient manner
• Analyze existing routes and drive improved efficiencies
• Work closely with sales and warehouse departments to determine delivery feasibility
• Lead the weekly Ops/Sales Routing meeting
• Prepare and/or assist in the preparation of various reports on a daily basis and/or weekly, i.e. route change requests, sequence change requests, new customer requests, Etc.
• Maintains routing software system parameters (Roadnet and Mainframe)
• Strategically drive changes to processes in order to reduce costs while improving customer satisfaction

Qualifications

Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent required

• Ability to openly and effectively communicate with all associates.
• Must be able to use, or learn to use, all equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) i.e. XATA, and tools used to perform the job.
• Must be able to perform all job functions safely.
• Must be able to work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime for the position.
• Must know/have ability to learn MSDS information regarding all material used within the scope of the work.
• Understand and interpret DOT and other state and federal regulations.
• Strong Proficiency With Microsoft Office Suite (I.E. Excel, PowerPoint, Word, And Access)
• Proficient in Routing Software required
• Strong Aptitude For Assessing Large Datasets And Deriving Key Performance-Related Insights.
• Strong Knowledge of Analyzing Routes required
• Effective Communication Teaming Skills; Capable Of Developing Alignment Across Logistics Functions And Other Departments

Physical Requirements

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:

• SIT Occasionally to Frequently on Driver Assessment days
• STAND Occasionally
• WALK Occasionally
• DRIVE Occasionally

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO LIFT

• 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Occasionally
• 10-20 lbs (Light) Occasionally
• 25-50 lbs (Medium) Rarely
• 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Rarely Max 80 pounds
• Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Never

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO CARRY

• 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Occasionally
• 10-20 lbs (Light) Occasionally
• 25-50 lbs (Medium) Rarely
• 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Rarely Max 80 pounds
• Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Never

Job Duties - Other Physical Tasks

• Push/pull Occasionally Item: Hand Truck, Dolly, Product, mouse
• Climb/balance Occasionally Item: In/Out Trucks
• Stoop/squat Occasionally
• Kneel/bend Occasionally
• Bend Occasionally
• Reach above shoulder Occasionally
• Grasp objects Frequently Type: pens, paper, mouse, boxes, hand truck handle/control, dolly handle, steering wheel
• Manipulate objects Paper files, spread sheets, boxes of product, Hand truck/dolly gear shift
• Twisting Occasionally

This role may also receive annual incentive plan bonus.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $55,000 - $90,000

EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status

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US Foods is one of America's great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue. Visit www.usfoods.com to learn more.

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