Router, Transportation
Company: KeHE Distributors
Location: Naperville
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Why Work for KeHE?--Full-timePay Range: $67,650.00/Yr. -
$99,108.00/Yr.Shift Days: , Shift Time:Benefits on Day
1Health/RxDentalVisionFlexible and health spending accounts
(FSA/HSA)Supplemental life insurance401(k)Paid time offPaid sick
timeShort term & long term disability coverage (STD/LTD)Employee
stock ownership (ESOP)Holiday pay for company designated
holidaysOverviewGood people, working with good people, for our
common good.Sound good?KeHE-a natural, organic, specialty and fresh
food distributor-is all about \"good\" and is growing, so there's
never been a more exciting time to join our team. If you're
enthusiastic about working in an environment with a people-first
culture and an organization committed to good living, good food and
good service, we'd love to talk to you!Primary ResponsibilitiesThe
Router for Transportation is a critical role in the strategic
planning and coordination of transportation routes within the
organization's supply chain. This role is responsible for
optimization of routing processes, ensuring compliance with
regulations, negotiating with carriers, and collaborating with
cross functional teams to enhance overall logistics efficiency. As
with all positions at KeHE Distributors, we expect that all actions
will be consistent with KeHE's Mission, Vision, and
Values.Essential FunctionsDUTIES, TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Acts
as a liaison for the day-to-day routing between customer care,
logistics, shipping, and transportation and gathers feedback for
process improvements.Reviews weekly demand and volume data for
routes, determines potential gains from re-routing, and recommends
re-routes.Ensures that all routing activities comply with legal and
safety requirements.Coordinates with cross functional teams such as
operations and customer service to align routing strategies with
overall business objectives.Generates regular reports to track and
communicate performance metrics.Addresses routing challenges,
disruptions, and exceptions in real-time.Collaborates with drivers,
dispatchers, and other teams to find solutions to route-related
issues.Identifies opportunities for process improvements in routing
and transportation operations.Implements best practices to enhance
overall supply chain efficiency.Audits and maintains Roadnet/NTS
database regularly to ensure accuracy.Other duties and projects as
assigned.Minimum Requirements, Qualifications, Additional Skills,
AptitudeSKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:Ability to communicate
effectively both verbally and written.Strong analytical and
problem-solving skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Knowledge of
transportation regulations and compliance requirements.Ability to
collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.Proficiency in
Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI,
Access).Ability to manage multiple projects or tasks
simultaneously.Ability to work independently and in a team
environment.Strong organizational skills.Knowledge of industry best
practices in routing and logistics.EDUCATION AND
EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics,
Business, or a related field required.Minimum of 3+ years of
experience in logistics, routing, or transportation
management.Experience with routing software and transportation
management systems (Omnitracs, PCS, AS400-NTS, Samsara)
preferred.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:These physical demands are
representative of the physical requirements necessary for an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the
job.Requisition ID2024-23021Equal Employer Opportunity
StatementKeHE Distributors provides equal employment opportunities
to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits all
forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color,
religion or faith, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin,
mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status,
military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other
category protected under federal, state, or local law. This policy
applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including
recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff,
recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training as
well as the administration of all Human Resources and Talent
Acquisition processes.
Keywords: KeHE Distributors, Carol Stream , Router, Transportation, Professions , Naperville, Illinois
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