Routing Specialist - Deerfield, IL

Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients- that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don't settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients' lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

Your role at Baxter

The Routing Specialist is responsible for the route planning of deliveries to home dialysis patients, hospitals, and dialysis centers in diverse areas across their assigned region. This is accomplished by utilizing Baxter's private fleet along with third party vendors. This position is accountable for assisting in minimizing freight costs, and meeting productivity goals to include; Private fleet budget, and private fleet utilization. The Traffic Specialist also relies heavily on Baxter customer service, and Baxter field personnel to help meet these goals.

WHAT WE OFFER FROM DAY 1:

• Paid Time Off (4weeks)
• and Paid Holidays (11 holidays)
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance coverage
• Vision and Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Flexible Health Care Spending Accounts
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Ability to work overtime

Your team

• Maintain computerized routing environments by updating delivery time windows, pick-ups, redeliveries, geocodes and maintaining all appropriate data.
• Utilize a computer routing system to assist in routing orders, pick-ups, and redeliveries, then analyze the outcome to develop the most cost efficient and customer service oriented routing scenarios on a daily basis.
• Make sound financial decisions on orders not delivering on the private fleet while keeping customer service in mind.
• Maintain open lines of communication with customer service and the warehouse staff.
• Responsible for regional budget/forecast commitments.
• Maintain daily and weekly warehouse driver schedule.
• Develop and submit weekly analytical progress reports.
• Traffic Specialist may be required to cover teammate duties as assigned.

What you'll bring

• 1 plus years of experience in distribution and/or transportation are preferred.
• High school degree or equivalent is required.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Must be able to work in a team environment and have independent self direction.
• Must be able to multi-task, be flexible, use problem-solving skills, and make decisions.
• Must have good working knowledge of PC.
• Must have a demonstrated aptitude for data analysis, as the position requires the ability to assemble information, analyze, verify, and make recommendations based on the analysis.
• Must be able to work from the Vantive Deerfield, IL office twice a week (16 hours)

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Vantive, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $51,200 to $70,400 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

US Benefits at Vantive

This is where your well-being matters. Vantive offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Aon Pooled Employer Plan ("Aon PEP"), Vantive's 401(k) retirement savings plan, to help you prepare for your future. The Aon PEP is designed to help improve retirement outcomes by providing retirement resources more efficiently. The plan offers a robust set of investment options, financial education, and a suite of resources to support your retirement goals.

We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.For additional information regarding Vantive's US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Vantive

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