Route Planner Flex Specialist

Route Planner Flex Specialist- Frisco, TX

Overview

Routing Specialists are responsible for creating expert level delivery routing solutions for assigned Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) distribution.  Flex Specialists must be highly proficient in all routing delivery methods (GEO, Bulk, Bay, & FSV), and highly versed in all systems (Descartes Route Planner, BlackBox, Route Manager). The responsibilities include vacation, leave, and time-off coverage for Route Planners, providing training support as needed. While covering schedules, the Flex Specialists accountabilities include flawless execution of the delivery routing process while ensuring that cost and productivity objectives are achieved. 

Flex Specialists use analytics to identify productivity opportunities for Route Planners as well as the Routing Organization more broadly. They also must influence field partners to execute changes that improve delivery operations. Flex Specialists communicate proactively, positively, and concisely with field partners at region, area, and location level while demonstrating a continuous improvement mindset and adhering to our company values.

Responsibilities

• Weekly / Daily coverage of Route Planner schedules

• Dispatch daily routing using specialized routing software and tools tailored to KDP

• Communicate daily with locations to coordinate resources, drivers and trucks, and specific customer delivery needs and routing solution effectiveness

• Solve daily routing solutions based on daily workload, tight geographical areas, proper sequencing, balanced workload, and customer/driver continuity

• Ensure routing solution complies with DOT hour and weight regulations

• Ensure routing solution achieves location productivity targets for hours, stops, and cases

• Meet location and routing productivity targets

• Handle customer and Internal employee interactions in a professional manner

• Recognize potential issues and solve problems as they arise

• Support larger Centralized Routing Initiatives as needed
• Support regular score-carding, analytics, and field review

Organizational Skills

• Strong planning and organizational skills

• Strong influence and negotiation skills

• Effective communication and presentation skills

• Proven project management skills

• Ability to work in a fast-pace environment and adhere to schedule deadlines

• Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental and Vision, Paid Time Off, 401(k) program with employer match, Child & Elder Care, Adoption Benefits, Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Employee Resource Groups, Breastmilk Shipping Services, Dependent Scholarship Program, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Personalized Wellness Platform and more!
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

• 2+ years of dynamic routing experience within the Centralized Routing department or 3+ years equivalent industry level experience with Dispatching / Logistics Routing 

• Demonstrated consistent execution of the routing process and mastery of Route Planner role

• Bachelor’s degree or demonstrated equivalent relevant logistics job experience

• Advanced MS Office Excel and PowerPoint skills

• Willingness and availability to adapt to a flexible workweek. Must be willing and available to work any schedule, including evening & weekend schedules with short notice

Keurig Dr Pepper (NASDAQ: KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with a portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partners brands and powerful distribution capabilities to provide a beverage for every need, anytime, anywhere. We operate with a differentiated business model and world-class brand portfolio, powered by a talented and engaged team that is anchored in our values. We work with big, exciting beverage brands and the #1 single-serve coffee brewing system in North America at KDP, and we have fun doing it!

Together, we have built a leading beverage company in North America offering hot and cold beverages together at scale. Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation, and growth. Will you join us?

We strive to be an employer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team of ~29,000 employees to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.