Take your career further with McLane!McLane teammates, the driving force behind our success, are diverse professionals who work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. As a teammate, you will pair your dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit with your fellow teammates to serve America's most beloved brands. McLane leaders think long-term, act with purpose, and inspire high performance. They lead with accountability, communicate clearly, and drive results through collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. They empower each teammate to learn from industry leaders, develop their skills, and build lasting connections nationwide.
We're seeking a Transportation & Systems Analyst to enable network planning and routing strategy in a high-performance, data-driven logistics environment. This role is critical to optimizing delivery speed, reducing costs, and elevating customer experience through advanced transportation systems and analytics.
This position is on site in Temple, TX. Therefore, interested candidates should be within a 50-minute radius from Temple, TX.
What You'll Do- Develop static, cyclical, and seasonal routing strategies using advanced routing tools
- Build baseline routing frameworks supporting Dispatch and Transportation leadership
- Provide expert-level support for transportation systems (data integrity, upgrades, maintenance)
- Analyze routing and fleet data to improve efficiency, mileage, and delivery ETAs
- Deliver executive-level reporting and insights to drive strategic decisions
- Partner cross-functionally to enhance asset tracking and delivery visibility
What We're Looking For- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, Industrial Engineering, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Experience in routing software and fleet tracking systems (PeopleNet a plus)
- Advanced skills in SQL, Access, Excel, and data management tools
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
- Willingness to support 24/7 operations as needed
- Ability to travel up to 30%
- This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.
Why Join Us- Make a direct impact supporting mission-critical distribution operations
- Hands-on technical role with exposure to diverse technologies
- Stable organization with long-term career growth opportunities
- Team-driven culture that values reliability, service, and accountability
- Opportunity to build both technical and customer-facing skills
Benefits you can count on:- Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company-paid life insurance
- Paid time off begins day one.
- 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
- Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!
Fit the following? We want you here! - Teamwork oriented
- Organized
- Problem solver
- Detailed
Our roadmap. Our story. We've been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.
Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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