Solution Route Planner

Purpose:

The Solution Route Planner is responsible for designing and enhancing delivery routes that ensure timely, efficient, and cost-effective transportation of perishable and non-perishable goods to customers and distribution centers. Through utilization of routing software, this position will manage changes or disruptions to routes, communicating with stakeholders in Outbound Transportation, Operations, Customer Experience, or Sales any updates to scheduled routes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain route plans for daily, weekly, and seasonal deliveries for UNFI distribution centers based on order volume, delivery windows, traffic patterns, vehicle capacity, and customer requirements utilizing routing software programs
• Monitor route performance, including on-time delivery rates, mileage, fuel usage, and driver hours while identifying continuous improvement opportunities ensuring all routes are DOT compliant
• Timely release of planned routes to the warehouse for batching validating all orders are sent through RoadNet without issue
• Review routes for max cube utilization and potential route reductions
• Plan backhauls in the most efficient manner communicating schedules to the DC
• Manage exceptions and provide quick, data-driven decisions during disruptions (weather, road closures, equipment failure, etc)
• Prepare and present reports to management regarding KPI and routing efficiencies
  
  

Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Education:

• Associate’s Degree and/or equivalent related experience
  
  

Experience:

• 2 years’ experience in route planning or logistics coordination, preferably in grocery or food distribution
• Strong working knowledge of DOT regulations and fleet operations
  
  

Knowledge/Skills/ Abilities:

• Proficiency in routing and logistics software, preferably RoadNet or similar programs
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact and influence effectively with all levels of management, associates, and customers
• Adapt well to and initiates change within the organization
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.
  
  

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.