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    US Foods

    Food Distribution

    Truck Router

    Buffalo NY, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time4+ yrs experience$25 / hourPosted 1mo ago
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    Job description

    We’re excited about your interest in pursuing the next step in your career with US Foods!  Your continuous growth and development is critical to our success.

    US Foods is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process or to perform essential job functions, please contact our US Foods Application Accommodation Line at 855-873-2468.  You will be prompted to leave a message. Please state the specifics of the assistance needed and your contact information.  A member of our HR department will return your call within two business days.

    https://www.usfoods.com/careers/job-application-accomodation.html

    NOTE: Before you begin your internal job search, please review the criteria you will need to start the process.

    The ideal candidate is highly organized, computer proficient, and self-motivated, with the ability to prioritize tasks and perform effectively in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment. This position requires strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to changing operational needs.

    Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry?

    Schedule:

    Monday-Friday

    1pm - 9:30pm

    The pay for this position starts at $25.00/hr

    Medical, Dental and Vision, start day 1!

    To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.

    US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and a history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and continuous improvement focus.

    You must be proficient on the computer, self motivated and able to excel in time sensitive situations. The ideal person for this job will be comfortable working in a demanding, fast paced and intense environment at times.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Schedule logistics loads, including backhaul pickups, with third-party carriers and coordinate assignments with company drivers.

    • Utilize Manhattan Associates scheduling software to manage daily transportation schedules and maintain accurate scheduling spreadsheets.

    • Route trucks by matching customer orders with appropriate loads and assigned trucks.

    • Assign drivers to routes and make adjustments as needed while adhering to applicable CBA requirements.

    • Work closely with the Sales and Warehouse Departments to determine delivery feasibility and resolve scheduling or routing challenges.

    • Prepare and maintain various daily transportation and operational reports.

    • Provide occasional PTO coverage for Sunday routing responsibilities.

    Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

    RELATIONSHIPS
    Internal: Transportation Supervisor and/or Transportation Manager; Sales and Warehouse Dept. associates; Delivery Drivers, Dispatchers, and department clerks.
    External: Customers.
    QUALIFICATIONS
    Education/Training: High School Diploma/GED preferred.
    Related Experience: A minimum of 4 years in related environment
    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations. Must have computer skills – data entry, general report generation, spreadsheet design, data manipulation, mainframe downloads. Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide). Possess ability to resolve a variety of issues of fairly non-routine nature with some independence. Ability to work scheduled hours and any required overtime.

    Grade: N09

    Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds).  The expected base rate for this role is between

    $19 - $29

    ***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    US Foods

    US Foods is a leading foodservice distributor in the United States. They provide a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other foodservice operators.

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    Industry
    Food Distribution
    Founded
    1977
    Open roles
    606

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