TRANSPORTATION ROUTER

Transportation Router

BiRite Foodservice Distributors is a third generation, family-owned company that offers you a Complete Foodservice Solution. We offer unsurpassed service to all areas of foodservice throughout the greater Bay Area and Sacramento. Since 1966 we have focused on being the best foodservice partner in the Bay Area. We remain committed to serving our community with quality products, timely deliveries, and competitive pricing.

Position Summary :

The Transportation Router is responsible for planning, organizing, and optimizing outbound delivery routes for a high-volume food distribution operation. This role ensures efficient load planning, compliance with DOT regulations, and timely deliveries to meet customer expectations. Working closely with the warehouse, transportation, and dispatch teams, the Transportation Router supports the safe and cost-effective movement of goods across various delivery channels. This position reports to the Transportation Manager and Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities :

• Utilize routing software (e.g., RoadNet Anywhere) to generate and manage daily delivery routes based on order volume, customer time windows, geographic zones, and trailer capacity.
• Build and balance loads by trailer, product size, and pallet weight to ensure compliance with DOT regulations, including axle distribution and Hours of Service (HOS) requirements.
• Create and maintain standard route templates in RoadNet, ensuring daily routes maximize manpower, equipment usage, fuel efficiency, and cost savings.
• Make real-time adjustments to routes in response to traffic conditions, driver call-offs, or late order additions.
• Develop strategic, profitable delivery routes and identify opportunities to enhance delivery timing, reduce mileage, and improve service.
• Analyze routing data and delivery patterns to provide actionable insights for improving operational performance.
• Coordinate with Shuttle Drivers and Night Warehouse personnel to ensure effective trailer loading and staging.
• Maintain and update routing schedules, shipping instructions, personnel schedules, and related records.
• Support process improvements that reduce operational costs while enhancing customer satisfaction.

Communication & Coordination

Documentation & Compliance

System & Process Support

Qualifications

Physical Requirements (Remote Work Environment) :

Salary Range :

$35-$42 per hour (DOE)

Full Time, Non-Exempt

Schedule :

1 : 00 pm 9 : 30 pm (plus overtime as needed)

Location :

On-site reporting required- Brisbane, CA

Benefits :

BiRite is an Equal Opportunity Employer