Director of Transportation

About the role

M.R. Williams, Inc. is a family‑owned convenience distribution business established in 1976, partnering with the convenience store channel to provide products, customer service, and technological solutions. Novelty Express, a division of M.R. Williams, Inc., supplies novelty and impulse items via a DSD model; sister company WilFoods, LLC offers proprietary grab‑n‑go products. All employees are expected to demonstrate Sincere Commitment, Selfless Service, and Never Satisfied.

The Director of Transportation oversees the planning, implementation, and management of transportation operations within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that all employees are trained on company policies and procedures regarding safety, security, and customer service
• Coordinating with other departments such as security or human resources to ensure that any transportation needs are met
• Managing the fleet of vehicles used by the company to ensure that they are safe and well‑maintained
• Managing vehicle maintenance schedules, including ordering parts and making repairs when necessary
• Maintaining relationships with vendors in order to obtain special pricing for fuel or other materials
• Establishing and enforcing rules and regulations to ensure the safety of passengers on buses and trains
• Coordinating with other departments to develop schedules for employees who use company vehicles for work purposes
• Ensuring that vehicle operators are properly trained and certified in accordance with state laws
• Communicating with clients about any schedule changes or service updates

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, business management, engineering, or related field
• At least 2 years' experience as a transportation manager in a similar industry
• Solid knowledge of the transportation industry and logistics
• Experience working with union contracts and transportation‑related government regulations
• Critical thinking skills and knowledge of analytics
• Experience working with transport management systems and warehouse management software
• Ability to work well with team members and navigate stressful situations
• Excellent leadership skills
• Good conflict resolution skills
• Advanced computer skills, specifically Excel
• Ability to communicate financial information into sound business language so people of all levels can understand
• Knowledge of federal regulations on taxes and reporting
• Deep understanding of finance
• Physical requirements: able to lift, push, and pull up to 35 pounds; sitting for long periods while driving, general bending and twisting associated with lifting
• Travel may require up to 25% of the time