Build and optimize delivery routes based on store hours, geography, and route capacity.
Reassign and reschedule visits when field representatives are unavailable to ensure consistent coverage.
Integrate urgent “Hot Shot” visits into routes with minimal disruption.
Create one-time or special routes for supervisors to:
Resolve stores with execution issues.
Visit potential new retail accounts to strengthen underutilized routes.
Assign tasks to field representatives based on visit outcomes and merchandising needs.
Analyze store performance reports to:
Flag low-performing stores for potential deactivation or improvement in product execution.
Evaluate route performance and recommend new store additions to strengthen weaker routes.
Interpret data, store reports, and photo evidence to support decision-making.
Schedule, update, and coordinate food sampling (demo) events based on supervisor input and visit reports.
Work with retailer corporate buyers to ensure demo products arrive on time.

2+ years of experience in route planning, DSD operations, logistics coordination, field operations, or similar roles.
Experience in CPG, beverage, food distribution, merchandising, or retail operations is a strong plus.
Familiarity with service routes, field representatives, or merchandising workflows.
Strong analytical and route-planning ability.
Excellent time management and prioritization skills under changing conditions.
Proficiency with route optimization tools, mapping platforms, and scheduling systems.
Ability to interpret data, reports, and visual/photo evidence to drive decisions.
Strong communication skills with field teams, supervisors, and retail partners.
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to react quickly to operational disruptions.
High attention to detail and accuracy when planning routes or coordinating demos.
Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Bilingual (Spanish & English) preferred.

Route Operations Analyst

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