Regional Routing Manager - BC

at  SYSCO FOOD SERVICES

REGIONAL ROUTING MANAGER - BC

Reports To
Regional VP - Operations
Location
Sysco Vancouver
Type
FT - Permanent
Closing Date
15 July, 2024
Salay Range
$68321.96 - $126777.55

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Five (5+) years in a dispatch/routing related role.
• Geographical knowledge of service area and map reading skills.
• Variety of transportation routing experience preferred.
• Foodservice distribution is an asset.
• Post-secondary education in logistics or transportation is preferred.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Knowledge of AS400 and oracle WMS systems.
• Enterprise Road Net or other dispatch and routing software knowledge is an asset.
• Geographical knowledge of the region.
  Internal candidates apply via the Career Centre on your HR Portal / ADP Workforce Now.
  External candidates submit cover letter & resume via www.sysco.ca/careers

ROLE:

This role is responsible for leading the daily routing function with the goal of consistent, on time delivery in the most cost-effective manner possible.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review routing daily to maintain and/or improve system efficiencies;
• Review all route territories quarterly and identify opportunities to improve routing efficiencies, reduce delivery expense and improve equipment utilization;
• Maximize the load capacity and increase pieces per truck while remaining compliant with Hours of Service Regulations;
• Liaise with the Sales team to ensure delivery time windows in the system are accurate and updated as required;
• Conduct meetings with the Sales team to develop and identify opportunities for improving on service levels and achieving organizational goals;
• Maintain Roadnet delivery information system and ensure that applicable upgrades/changes to the system are made in a timely manner;
• Work with the Transportation Team to review route audits and ensure accurate levels in Roadnet system;
• Act as a liaison between Drivers and Marketing Colleagues on route issues;
• Create reports tracking sales, pieces per truck, routes and fuel usage;
• Assist and train routing staff on Roadnet system changes/upgrades
• Effectively manage, coach and develop routing staff.
• Complies with Sysco’s Food Safety Policy and procedures to ensure food safety, quality and legality requirements are met.
• Understands that their role is critical in creating a safe organization with minimal environmental impact and the value that brings to the organization.
• Is willing to drive Environmental, Health and Safety performance by acting as an example and holding their team accountable to complying with EHS programs, policies, and requirements.
• Enable, champion, and embrace an inclusive culture
• Perform other duties as assigned.