Traffic & Routing Coordinator

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, LLC; Geismar (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits in Geismar, LA is seeking a Distribution Router to schedule and dispatch drivers for product conveyance and to compile route statistics and reports. The role leverages RoadNet and related systems to optimize daily routes.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent with 1 year of routing/dispatch experience, solid knowledge of local geography, and is at least 21 years old.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 1 year of experience.
• Experience working in Routing/Dispatch department.
• Knowledge with local metropolitan area and extensive understanding of local market's geography.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all Customer Service delivery and route set‑up but not limited to Roadnet, and Mobile Cast software systems
• Responsible for all other maintenance required for the efficient operation of software systems (e.g., Roadnet, Mobile Cast)
• Works with branch driver supervisors to coordinate large special orders and to equalize the loads and stops on the route trucks
• Works with Customer Service and Corporate information systems for nightly billing and end‑of‑day reports
• Responsible for the printing and distribution of any reports extracted from software systems
• Provide loading information to night supervisors as required
• Route/dispatch an average of 17+ truck routes on a daily basis
• Coordinate driver's routes according to customer requests, geographic considerations, and in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies
• Notify drivers and warehouse supervision and/or management of schedules and assignments
• Operate an automated routing computer system (e.g., RoadNet) and track schedules, changes in assignments/routes, and maintain follow‑up information
• Track and input driver mileage and hours within the recordkeeping system
• Partner with the sales force and customer assistance to resolve shipping/delivery discrepancies or concerns regarding product arrival status
• Make on‑demand decisions to resolve issues efficiently with the least disruption to the dispatched route and customer
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Routing/Dispatch experience

Geography knowledge

Age 21+

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RoadNet

Mobile Cast

Job description

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits in Geismar, LA is seeking a Distribution Router to schedule and dispatch drivers for product conveyance and to compile route statistics and reports. The role leverages RoadNet and related systems to optimize daily routes.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent with 1 year of routing/dispatch experience, solid knowledge of local geography, and is at least 21 years old.