Director of Transportation
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Management
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Transportation
M.R. Williams, Inc. is a family-owned business where convenience distribution is done differently. Established in 1976, M.R. Williams, Inc. has evolved throughout the years, partnering with the convenience store channel to provide not only products and customer service but technological solutions unlike any other. Our employees understand that their purpose is to make every decision by first asking how it will impact the customer.
We take pride in understanding our customers’ needs and providing solutions through our selfless service and continuous search for improvement. We are excited to find talented individuals who share our passion for our customers.
M.R. Williams, Inc. is a family-owned business where convenience distribution is done differently. Established in 1976, M.R. Williams, Inc. has evolved throughout the years, partnering with the convenience store channel to provide not only products and customer service but technological solutions unlike any other. Our employees understand that their purpose is to make every decision by first asking how it will impact the customer.
We take pride in understanding our customers’ needs and providing solutions through our selfless service and continuous search for improvement. We are excited to find talented individuals who share our passion for our customers. Novelty Express is a leading provider of novelty and impulse items for convenience stores, truck stops, travel centers, and other retail outlets. It is a division of M.R. Williams, Inc.,
serving customers via a DSD model. Wil Foods, LLC, our sister company, offers a comprehensive selection of proprietary grab-n-go products, with custom label availability. We operate state-of-the-art facilities, handle all the staffing and regulatory requirements, and more. Our products are available for distribution to various industries, including convenience stores, schools, prisons, office parks, and more. All MR Williams employees are to demonstrate behaviors in harmony with MR Williams' values of Sincere Commitment, Selfless Service, and Never Satisfied.
Summary
The Director of Transportation is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and management of transportation operations within an 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
- Management retains the discretion to add or change duties at any time.
- Bachelor's degree in logistics, business management, engineering, or related field.
- At least 2 year's 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…
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