| Description | Route Optimization Specialist Overview POSITION SUMMARY AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Route Optimization Specialist reports to the Director Field Operations. In this role you will be instrumental in planning and executing initiatives that focus on enhancing delivery route efficiency for our customers and operational divisions. Key responsibilities include: Partner with field managers to understand business needs and challenges related to route scheduling. Utilize routing software and business intelligence to analyze data to maximize operational efficiency. Successfully leverage technology to maintain master data files (SAP and Excel) Analyze performance on a route-by-route basis to identify areas of opportunity. Analyze daily route schedules and test operational rules for continuous improvement of route efficiencies and customer satisfaction. All other duties as assigned. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Minimum of a High School Diploma (or an equivalent such as a GED) is required. Bachelor’s degree in supply chain (or another related field) preferred. 5 years of experience in Direct Store Delivery (DSD) or similar preferred. Six Sigma or similar certification is preferred. Experience with SAP Power BI and/or routing software is preferred. Ability to be a team player but also work independently with a very strong work ethic. Ability beyond basic skill performance levels with Reading Writing Mathematical & Computer Functions to include: + Ability to read write and interpret basic correspondence. + Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations: add subtract multiply and divide. + Ability to operate basic office equipment: telephone system desktop computers fax and copy machines. + Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software Word Excel PowerPoint Power BI Ability to work occasionally after normal business hours. Ability to travel as required and periodically requiring overnight stay for site visits attend meetings training and other work-related events as scheduled. Some physical requirements include: + Frequent sitting standing walking reaching typing reading talking and hearing. Ability to successfully complete the pre-employment process. COMPANY PROFILE: Royal Cup Inc. is the proven leader in sourcing roasting blending and distributing high-quality coffees and fine teas since 1896 and is the chosen partner for restaurants hotels offices and commuters across the country. We are a family-owned business rooted in a longstanding tradition of coffee roasting excellence that takes pride in our unparalleled dedication to customer care. We are a large privately held national importer roaster and distributor of coffees teas and related products that have been in business for more than 125 years. Royal Cup Inc. currently provides products equipment and service to restaurants hotels convenience stores businesses and individuals throughout the United States and we are growing! At Royal Cup Inc. having a customer-centric focus is not simply a motto our employees believe we each have a responsibility to provide outstanding service to our customers. Our customer-centric focus results in actions we live by that not only retain our current customer base but grow our presence with new high-impact accounts across the country based on exceptional products and service. We believe serving our customers well serves us well. We are results-oriented and strive to not only retain our current customer base but grow our presence with new high-impact accounts across the country by offering exceptional products and service. Royal Cup Coffee and Tea strives to be sustainably minded and a good corporate steward in all business endeavors. It is also what others expect of us – our employees our customers and vendors our local communities and the coffee and tea industry we help represent. This mindset permeates the actions we take today for tomorrow. BENEFITS: Royal Cup Coffee offers a competitive compensation plan and a comprehensive benefits program. On top of being a part of a well-caffeinated team the benefits program includes healthcare dental vision 401(k) company-paid life and disability insurance Flexible Spending Account plan select tuition reimbursement paid parental leave remote work opportunities paid holidays and vacation time. We also provide ongoing training that is designed to provide maximum success for our employees. Royal Cup is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race national origin gender gender identity sexual orientation protected veteran status disability age or another legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation please contact us at 1-800-366-5836. |