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Route Optimization Specialist

City Of Industry, CA · On-site

This position falls under the general direction of the National Routing Ma. Will support all aspects of the regional transportation network to include routing, delivery window efficiency, territory ...

Five Star Food Service

Retail Route Optimizer

Marietta, GA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience in route optimization, logistics, transportation, or operations strongly preferred. * Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions. * Excellent ...

Brinks

Program Manager - Route Planning

Coppell, TX · On-site

The routes are optimized paths for Brink's messengers to deliver cash and/or other valuables to customers around the country based on their specific service contracts. This role will report to the ...

Continental Services

Route Manager

Akron, OH · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will drive excellence in Route Optimization, Employee Retention, Compliance, and Fleet & Driver Safety. You will serve as the critical link between centralized support teams and field employees ...

Continental Services

Route Manager

Akron, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

You will drive excellence in Route Optimization, Employee Retention, Compliance, and Fleet & Driver Safety. You will serve as the critical link between centralized support teams and field employees ...

Kimble

Senior Route Manager

Twinsburg, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborate with leadership to implement process improvements and operational best practices. * Assist with route optimization, territory balancing, and resource planning. * Maintain accurate records ...

Athens Services

Geospatial Routing Analyst

Irwindale, CA · On-site

$85K - $105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Route Optimization & GIS Analysis Lead the design, optimization, and implementation of routes across all lines of business - residential collection, commercial front-load, roll-off, back yard service ...

Kimble

Senior Route Manager

Dover, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborate with leadership to implement process improvements and operational best practices. * Assist with route optimization, territory balancing, and resource planning. * Maintain accurate records ...

Sharps Medical Waste Services

Routing Coordinator

Paid training, strong benefits, career growth opportunities, and exposure to advanced route optimization technology make this an exciting opportunity to grow within a mission-driven organization. Key ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for route optimization in the United States is $20.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $25.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Route Optimization vs Delivery Driver?

AspectRoute OptimizationDelivery Driver
Primary RolePlanning efficient delivery routes using softwareExecuting delivery routes to customers
Required SkillsLogistics, software proficiency, problem-solvingDriving, customer service, time management
Work EnvironmentOffice or remote, using route planning toolsOn the road, delivering goods
CertificationsLogistics or supply chain certifications (optional)Driver's license, possibly CDL

Route Optimization specialists focus on planning and optimizing delivery routes using software, while Delivery Drivers execute those routes by physically delivering goods. Both roles are essential in logistics, but they require different skills and work environments. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers find the right fit within the supply chain industry.

What is route optimization?

Route optimization is a process used in logistics and transportation jobs to determine the most efficient routes for deliveries or services. It involves analyzing factors like distance, traffic, and delivery windows to reduce travel time and costs, often using specialized software or algorithms. This skill helps improve productivity and customer satisfaction in route planning roles.
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Infographic showing various Route Optimization job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 86% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,071 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

Route Optimization Analyst (Remote)

Unifirst

Wilmington, MA • Remote

$80K - $94K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

UniFirst rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 134 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

145th of 252 rated facilities management

Job description

The Route Optimization Analyst is responsible for route planning and optimization in support of changing business requirements, strategic fleet utilization, cost control, and exceptional customer service.

  • Analyze and redesign existing routes for efficiencies to meet changing business requirements.
  • Efficiently plan routing of daily stops based upon established business rules.
  • Plan optimal routes in order to meet customer requirements, drive efficiencies, and reduce costs.
  • Design route solutions and partner with Corporate Service team on implementation strategy.
  • Translate business requirements into technical requirements, ensuring that route solutions fulfill business objectives.
  • Establish routing for new markets and acquisitions.
  • Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the organization's transition from Roadnet to Wise, leveraging deep operational knowledge to inform system design and data migration decisions.
  • Maintain parallel operations and provide continuity of route optimization support throughout the transition period, ensuring no negative impact to customers or driver compensation during the system changeover.
  • Maintain and analyze route data within Transportation Management system and support the system upgrades.
  • Provide quarterly reporting on efficiencies and usage of Transportation Management system.
  • Report on data for route changes including the compensation impact on any proposed changes.
  • Coordinate routing changes with the operations to ensure any transition does not negatively impact our customers.

Experience:

  • 2-4 years of relevant route planning experience required.
  • Experience using Transportation Management software required, experience with RoadNet and/or Wise is preferred.
  • Experience with system conversions/implementations strongly preferred.

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree required.

Additional Requirements:

  • Understand of DOT guidelines.
  • Strong knowledge of geography.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to meet deadlines.

  • Ability and willingness to travel 25%-40% depending on work needs.

The estimated compensation for this position ranges from $80,000-$94,000. This range reflects various factors, including but not limited to the applicant's skills, qualifications, and previous work experience. Additionally, geographic differentials may apply based on the location where the position is ultimately filled, which could affect the final compensation. Please note that there is no application deadline for this role, and the recruitment process will continue until the position is filled.
 

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The year was 1936 and Aldo Croatti had a vision: to serve the men and women who put in a hard day’s work. He founded a laundry business to clean clothes of factory workers and others in the heavy-soil business. With UniFirst, he created an entirely new concept: uniform rental services. This business concept gained popularity because it delivered on a key customer need: helping businesses work safer and smarter while presenting a better business image. Aldo’s vision spurred the growth of an entire industry. Since then, UniFirst has evolved into a leader in the uniform rental services industry. With headquarters located in Wilmington, MA, UniFirst operates 260-plus facilities throughout North and Central America and Europe. We serve over 300,000 customers and outfit over 2 million workers across a variety of industries—from automotive to transportation and warehousing, construction, and everything in between. We proudly serve nearly half of Fortune 500 companies and their hardworking employees.

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Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Wilmington, MA, US

Year founded

1936

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