Router

US Foods is one of America’s leading foodservice distributors, known for providing a broad range of high-quality food products and innovative solutions to the hospitality industry. With a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, US Foods supports restaurants, healthcare and hospitality businesses, and other foodservice operations across the nation. As a major player in the food distribution sector, they emphasize reliability, efficiency, and technological advancement to maintain their competitive edge and ensure top-tier service delivery.

The open position at US Foods focuses on route scheduling and sequencing, which is a critical role within the company’s transportation and logistics operations. The individual in this role will utilize sophisticated, computerized software programs to build and optimize delivery routes that efficiently match customer orders with assigned loads on trucks. This involves balancing loads based on size and weight to maximize cost-effectiveness without compromising the timing and quality of delivery. The role requires close collaboration with various internal teams including Sales, Warehouse, and Transportation, ensuring seamless communication and feasibility analysis for deliveries.

The job schedule is Sunday through Thursday, from 2 pm to 10:30 pm, offering a structured workweek with predictable hours. This position involves regular use of routing software systems like RoadNet and Mainframe. Responsibilities include generating daily reports on route changes, sequence adjustments, and new customer requests, highlighting the need for strong data management and analytical skills. Additionally, employees in this role receive overtime compensation, emphasizing the company’s recognition of the demands of this position.

Candidates are expected to have a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of relevant experience. Essential skills include effective communication in English, strong computer skills for data entry, report generation, spreadsheet handling, and familiarity with mainframe systems. Basic mathematical abilities and problem-solving skills are equally important to address routine and moderately complex logistical challenges.

US Foods offers a comprehensive benefits package to support their employees, including health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement plans, paid time off, disability coverage, employee stock purchase options, and life insurance. The compensation for this role varies depending on experience, education, skill set, and regional factors, with an expected base rate ranging between $17.13 and $29 per hour. US Foods is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within their workforce.