Centralized Routing Agent (BDL) - Contract
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R3T 1N5
Who We Are
Officially established in 1995, but with historical roots dating back to 1971, we know a thing or two about how to deliver beer. BDL is a private joint venture company owned by Labatt Breweries of Canada and Molson Coors Breweries that provides wholesale distribution of beer and the collection of returnable, refillable and recyclable beer containers within the four Western Canadian Provinces, Northwest Territories and the Yukon. Our mission is to serve our customers and communities responsibly and with integrity, striving to deliver superior distribution that is efficient and cost-effective. We’re leaders in providing a healthy and safe working environment, and a role model in environmental leadership with the goal to continuously preserve our planet! Apply now and find out more about our team.
The Role
We are currently searching for a Centralized Routing Agent reporting to the Supervisor, Centralized Routing. This is a 12-month, full-time contract opportunity. The schedule for this role is typically Sunday to Thursday (4:30pm-12:30am EST), however, the availability to work other shifts when needed, is necessary to succeed in this role.
Location
We welcome applicants from any of our Western Canada operating provinces, including British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
What You'll Be Doing
- Responsible for route planning of all types of packages (DC Direct, Cross-docks and Business Partners Direct) using the rules and standards set out by the CRT, relating to truck capacity, labour hours (time capacity) and time windows (for customers)
- Create all required reports from the Site Planning Solution – Dispatch Reports and any other/new reports that may be required
- Review daily requirements for planning i.e., Monitoring Centralized Routing Inbox, Truck Schedule and Availability List, DC Special Requirements (Customers and Service Requests)
- Request updates to Customer Master Data (Unloading Points, Time Windows, O4S Data and Text) from the Logistics Division
- Work with CRT to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly targets
- Assess and report all potential risks and issues to Supervisor or Manager
- Maintain and update GEOTAB data for Distribution Centres and Cross-docks
- Update the assignment of vehicles to the planned routes in our GPS system (GEOTAB)
- Analyze gaps between planned and actual data
- Review and analyze detail exceptions to the planning rules/processes for effective and efficient process improvements
- Assist other team members through shared knowledge and expertise
- Actively participate in team meetings
- Assisting the Manager, Centralized Routing, designate or team member(s) as required
- Assess, prepare recommendations, and report any unusual circumstances, potential problems, pertinent information, both of a complaint or complementary nature, to the Supervisor/Manager
- Perform other related duties and projects as assigned
Who You Are - Your Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Education
- University or College Graduate; related work experience will be considered
Experience
- 2-4 years experience in Logistics or related field, strong preference for current employees with previous routing experience
- Familiar in using routing software (ORTEC, Roadnet etc.)
- Previous experience with SAP is considered an asset
Skills
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
- Able to analyze data
- Effective time management skills, ability to work under pressure due to tight departmental schedules and willing to work until the task is completed
- Excellent levels of communication both verbal and written
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, taking initiative and following through on work assignments
- Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills with peers, leaders, internal and external customers.
What We Offer
Our success as an organization is a result of our commitment to our greatest strength…our people! We believe that any opportunity we can provide to help further your career growth and development is an investment in not only your individual success, but our overall success as a business.
We work to recognize you in meaningful ways and in addition to providing a competitive compensation, we are pleased to offer a health benefits program with no waiting period, employee & family assistance program, recognition programs, employee special offers, and a casual dress and work environment.
*Benefits and perks are dependent upon role and status and are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company
