Transportation Router and Lead

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation's largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our success is grounded in our core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture and workplace experience for individuals who want a career that makes them feel accomplished and engaged. RNDC values the health and well-being of our associates, inside and outside the office, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that supply exceptional care and value. RNDC is geared toward growing our footprint and our people. Join our team of energetic professionals who believe in many happy hours and are experts in our craft.SummaryRNDC is searching for a Transportation Router to join our operations team. In this role you will prepare daily routing solutions for over 100 delivery vehicles, using either a software-based solution or a manual routing process, depending on location. RNDC's goal is to provide a cost-effective delivery solution that maximizes driver utilization, ensures customer satisfaction, and meets our productivity expectations. As a vital member of our team, you'll be responsible for maintaining the software database, keeping tabs on delivery technology for improvement opportunities, and interacting with delivery drivers, sales, and transportation management, as well as day and night warehouse personnel.In this role, you willUtilize a software-based solution to create an efficient and effective daily delivery schematic that maximizes company resources and ensures high levels of customer satisfaction.Maintain and update the routing software database daily to ensure that all key elements are current, reliable, and accurate at all times.Collaborate frequently with sales and operations management to ensure that customer service and operational goals are met and exceeded.Perform administrative tasks, including but not limited to printing invoices, running reports, preparing delivery documents, responding to voice mails and emails, and fulfilling special requests.Solicit and process driver feedback on the daily routes and make necessary adjustments to improve routing and delivery performance.Make daily decisions on delivery routes to ensure that proper service levels are achieved, balancing customer satisfaction and operational metrics.Perform various other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the company.What you bring to RNDCHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED).One to three months related experience.Preferably one year transportation experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience with Roadnet routing software preferred.The employee will occasionally lift and /or move up to 50 pounds.Should be able to learn and utilize order processing systems and internet software such as GreenMile and Geotab.Ability to work overtime if needed.What's in it for you401(k) with company matchingMedical, dental and vision benefits*Generous paid time off program - work your way up to 5 weeks of PTO a year with the ability to carryover unused PTOPaid volunteer timePaid parental leavePaid caregiver leaveFertility benefitsPaid trainingCompany paid life insurance, short-term disability, and company-paid holidaysAssociate resource groups, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs available for all associatesParticipation in these programs are subject to applicable wait periods and all plan and program terms and eligibilityCOVID-19 ConsiderationsWe follow CDC Guidelines and have a fun and safe environment for our teams.Bonus if you bringPrevious experience in the Wine and Spirits industryIndustry certifications to include: CSW, CSS, WSET, Court of Master Sommeliers, Sake SpecialistRepublic National Distributing Company and National Distributing Company are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. It is our policy not to discriminate against any Employee or Applicant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. This policy of nondiscrimination in employment includes but is not limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, employment advertising or solicitations, compensation, layoff or termination of employment.RNDC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to people with disabilities throughout the job application and interview process, to the point of undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please click here.Nearest Major Market: Savannah