Transportation Router - Cranbury, NJ

Empower your Future at One of the Nation's Leading Independent Electrical Distributors!

At U.S. Electrical Services, Inc. (USESI), we combine over 100 years of expertise, $150M+ in inventory, and the power of 2,000+ dedicated employees across 150 locations to deliver excellence every day. As a family of 14 regional businesses, we thrive on innovation and teamwork, empowering our people to shape the future of the electrical industry.

USESI is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Transportation Router to join our Distribution Team. This position will be located in our Cranbury, NJ location.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00pm-2:30am

Responsibilities

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  Develop and optimize daily delivery routes for company drivers to ensure efficient and timely deliveries to customer jobsites, branches, and other delivery locations.

  
  
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  Plan routes based on delivery priorities, truck capacity, customer requirements, traffic patterns, and driver availability.

  
  
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  Coordinate closely with the Transportation Manager, Loading Team, Warehouse Operations, and Drivers to ensure trucks are loaded accurately and depart on schedule.

  
  
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  Monitor daily routes and make real-time adjustments to address traffic delays, weather conditions, equipment issues, or customer requests.

  
  
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  Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, driver Hours of Service, and company transportation policies.

  
  
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  Communicate route changes, delivery updates, and special instructions to drivers and internal stakeholders.

  
  
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  Utilize transportation management and routing software to create, maintain, and update delivery schedules.

  
  
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  Troubleshoot delivery issues and proactively identify opportunities to improve routing efficiency, reduce transportation costs, and enhance customer service.

  
  
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  Maintain accurate routing records and transportation documentation.

  
  
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  Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Transportation Department.

  
  

Skills and Qualifications

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  High School Diploma or equivalent.

  
  
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  Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

  
  
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  Ability to work independently while collaborating across multiple departments.

  
  
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  Excellent attention to detail and time management.

  
  
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  Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure.

  
  
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  Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Innovo experience is a plus).

  
  
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  Dependable, customer-focused, and team-oriented.

  
  
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  Ability to analyze routes and make adjustments to maximize efficiency while maintaining exceptional customer service.

  
  
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  Knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation operations is preferred.

  
  
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  Experience: 1-3 years of experience in routing, dispatching, transportation, logistics, or distribution operations preferred.

  
  
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  Experience working in a warehouse or distribution center environment is a plus.

  
  

Working Conditions

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  Transportation Routers primarily work in an office environment with frequent interaction with Drivers, Loaders, Warehouse Associates, Customer Service, and Transportation Leadership.

  
  
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  This role requires the ability to respond quickly to changing priorities throughout the day and may require early morning hours to support daily transportation operations.

  
  

It is the policy of USESI and its affiliates to consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job, please contact the Human Resources department at hrecruiter@usesi.com.