Supervisor, Router/Dispatch II

Company: US Foods
Location: Allentown
Posted on: May 25, 2023

Job Description:

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The primary purpose of this position is to supervise the administration of daily outbound shipments to customers and other distribution centers within the organization. Must ensure a safe and secure working environment and operate in a profitable manner.
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.
• Strong analytical skills, using available data to determine areas of possible improvements.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with Managers, Delivery personnel, and Sales personnel.
• To routinely review performance on routes and recommend changes to improve service and efficiency.
• Ensures compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and other applicable regulations.
• This position requires someone who can work in a fast-paced environment and is a strong team leader, possesses excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as interpersonal.
• Analyzes daily and/or weekly routing solutions to point out possible inefficiencies .
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
  • College degree preferred.
    • 3-5 years of routing experience preferred.
      Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
      
      • 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.
      • Highly organized, have great interdepartmental skills, customer focused, team oriented with attention to detail.
      • Able to plan, prioritize and complete multiple tasks under high pressure environments.
        Related Experience:
        
        • 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
          ***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

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