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Route Planning & Merchandising Specialist - Clifton Park, NY

Compass Group
Clifton, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 8/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/9/2026

Salary:  $60,000 - $65,000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation: Quarterly Cash in On Growth 

 

Growth. Opportunity. Excellence.


Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen's solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary.


Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we'll supply the opportunity and innovation.  Together, we'll continue to transform our industry.


Come grow with us. We are Canteen.

Job Summary:

The Route Planning & Merchandising Specialist manages daily scheduling and merchandising activities for Smart Service routes while optimizing route efficiency and performance. This role leverages analytical skills, business acumen, and cross-functional collaboration to maximize operational efficiencies and support business results.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manage daily scheduling for vending and micro market routes.
  • Analyze route performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Adjust route schedules based on business needs and operational requirements.
  • Provide operational updates and recommendations to improve route performance.
  • Utilize Cantaloupe scheduling software to plan and maintain routes.
  • Use Cantaloupe merchandising tools to optimize product assortment and route merchandising.
  • Communicate daily with the Pick Line Supervisor, Drivers, Customer Success Managers (CSMs), Dispatcher, and Service Manager regarding schedule changes, planogram
  • (POG) updates, merchandising opportunities, missed picks, skipped stops, and other operational issues.
  • Partner with the Dispatcher and Service Manager to ensure proper device connectivity and telemetry communication.
  • Communicate scheduling and merchandising updates to key stakeholders.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and operational insights.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Analytics, Supply Chain, Retail Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
  • Experience in route planning, logistics, merchandising, inventory management, or related operational functions preferred.
  • Strong analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to evaluate business operations and identify opportunities for process improvement.
  • Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, reporting tools, analytics platforms, and related technology.Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with route optimization, scheduling, and merchandising software preferred.

Apply to Canteen today!

Canteen is a member of Compass Group USA

Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story

 

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.


Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 


Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.


Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.


Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Canteen.pdf

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ 

Req ID: 1559825 

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