Route Operations Analyst

📋 Description

• Develop and refine delivery routes considering store hours, geographical factors, and route capacity.

• Reallocate and reschedule visits when field representatives are unavailable to maintain consistent coverage.

• Incorporate urgent “Hot Shot” visits into existing routes with minimal disruption.

• Design one-time or special routes for supervisors to address execution challenges and explore potential new retail accounts.

• Delegate tasks to field representatives based on visit outcomes and merchandising requirements.

• Review store performance reports to identify low-performing stores and suggest enhancements in product execution.

• Assess route performance and propose new store additions to improve underperforming routes.

• Analyze data, store reports, and photographic evidence to support operational decision-making.

• Organize, update, and coordinate food sampling (demo) events according to supervisor feedback and visit reports.

• Work in conjunction with retailer corporate buyers to ensure timely delivery of demo products.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in route planning, DSD operations, logistics coordination, field operations, or similar fields.

• Experience in CPG, beverage, food distribution, merchandising, or retail operations is highly advantageous.

• Knowledge of service routes, field representatives, or merchandising workflows.

• Exceptional analytical skills and route-planning capabilities.

• Strong time management and prioritization abilities in dynamic environments.

• Proficiency with route optimization tools, mapping software, and scheduling systems.

• Capability to interpret data, reports, and visual/photo evidence to inform decisions.

• Excellent communication skills with field teams, supervisors, and retail partners.

• A problem-solving mindset with the agility to respond quickly to operational interruptions.

• High attention to detail and precision in route planning or demo coordination.

• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

• Bachelor's degree is preferred.

• Bilingual (Spanish & English) is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Above-average compensation.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Comprehensive training and opportunities for personal development.