Route Planner

Job Posting:

Since 1953 Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers complex projects simple successful and sustainable. We proactively solve problems adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers communities and each other. Ferguson is proud to provide bestinclass products service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical Facilities Supply Fire and Fabrication HVAC Industrial Residential Trade Residential Building and Remodel Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36000 associates across 1700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of at a company you can believe in.

We realize that our greatest assets are our bestinclass associates which is why were dedicated to offering limitless opportunities for growth and advancement. We want to help you build a longlasting career with Ferguson. Together we can continue to lead the industry and help build our nations infrastructure from the ground up. Join our team today.

Ferguson is currently seeking the right individual to fill an immediate need for a Route Planner.

Schedule: Monday through Friday 9am 5:30pm

Responsibilities

As a Route Planner you will:

• Work efficiently and effectively to plan daily truckload shipments from the Ferguson distribution centers to branches and customers
• Continuously offering opportunities for process and cost improvement
• Work within various software applications to consolidate truckload shipments from the distribution center to branches and customers
• Identify opportunities to reduce transportation costs through freight consolidation backhaul or DSD schedule changes
• Communicate transportation delays that result from system challenges weather obstacles etc to customers and the DCs
• Support the Supply Chain Disaster Plan as documented in the event of a weather emergency that disrupts the transportation of goods
• Review and evaluate operational procedures and update as appropriate in collaboration with management

Qualifications

• A college degree is preferred for this position but comparable industry knowledge and experience would also be considered
• Goal oriented selfmotivated and able to meet deadlines build relationships and enjoy a team atmosphere
• Knowledge of OSHA preferred
• Delivery driver or Route Planning experience required
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid state issued license is required.
• Exemplary phone interpersonal and written communication skills
• Must be able to multitask using various media
• Must be capable of creative problem solving
• Work comfortably and effectively in a dynamic operational environment
• Impeccable attention to detail
• Must be able to practically apply lengthy procedures / instructions
• Strong working knowledge of MS Outlook and Excel
• Functional ability with MS Word and Access
• Ability to effectively prioritize daily activities
• Ability to work independently as well as with a crossfunctional team
• Adaptable and flexible to rapid change and the ambiguity that is created by change

At Ferguson we care for each other. We value our wellbeing just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental physical and financial wellbeing of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health dental vision paid time off life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs including mental health coverage gender affirming and family building benefits paid parental leave associate discounts community involvement opportunities and more!

Pay Range:

Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60300.5(a) which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60741.5(A) which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises LLC. is an equal employment employerF/M/Disability/Vet/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity.

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