DESCRIPTION

The Route Optimization Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence across a designated region by overseeing daily route scheduling, fresh food ordering, and planogram management. This position leads a team of 5–10 Route Optimization Specialists, ensuring alignment with corporate service standards and operational goals. A key focus of this role is the successful integration of regional practices into the Continental corporate standard, with a strong emphasis on continuous improvement, efficient service execution, product freshness, and customer satisfaction. The Route Optimization Manager will leverage data insights to lead initiatives that reduce waste, minimize out-of-stock incidents, and increase units per service.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in route optimization, field operations, or merchandising leadership.
• Proven experience managing a team and integrating regional teams into standardized corporate processes.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools and route optimization software.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, change-driven environment.

ABOUT CONTINENTAL SERVICES

The Great Lakes Food & Beverage Leader
Founded in 1989, Continental has grown from an office coffee and vending specialist to consistently ranking as one of the top events and contract dining and refreshment providers in the nation.
Guided by industry leaders and powered by the largest collection of culinary talent in the Midwest, our award-winning team has a tireless commitment to high quality, innovative culinary offerings and unparalleled client and guest services.
Our singular mission is to delight our guests, every meal, every day.
It’s no secret that food brings us together. A cup of coffee is a chance to meet someone new. A meal is an opportunity to collaborate. At Continental, developing experiences that connect people is at the heart of everything we do.
Discover first-hand the passion of a full-service team committed to your vision and customizing services to support it.
Micro-Markets • Food Delivery • Full-Service Dining • Innovative Vending • Office Coffee & Water • Pantry Services • Barista Bars • Catering • Premier Events
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We Are Curious.
Bold, original thinking, and an innate curiosity for what’s new and next drives us to shake things up and create remarkable experiences.
We Dream Big.
We embrace the unknown and adventures big and small, individually and collectively. By being proactive and continuously striving for more, we continue to grow personally and professionally. And we’re not afraid to dig into a challenge.
We Champion Each Other.
Collaboration, teamwork, and trust aren’t just buzzwords to us—they truly define our culture.
We do more than just dish up great meals. Continental creates memorable experiences every day at our markets, corporate cafés, premier events and more. If hospitality is in your DNA, if you’re passionate about making difference, if you’re eager to roll up your sleeves and be part of a team, we’re looking for you