WPS Fresh

Director of Transportation | $150,000–$165,000 + 15% Annual Bonus

WPS Fresh  •  $150k - $165k/yr  •  Minneapolis, MN (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Lead Strategy. Drive Performance. Deliver Results.

Are you an experienced transportation executive who knows how to build high-performing teams, optimize logistics, and drive operational excellence?

Wholesale Produce Supply is seeking a strategic Director of Transportation to lead all aspects of our transportation operations, including inbound and outbound logistics, fleet maintenance, transportation strategy, and regulatory compliance. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who thrives on improving efficiency, reducing costs, and developing teams.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Annual salary: $150,000–$165,000, based on experience
  • Annual bonus potential: Up to 15%
  • Full-time, exempt leadership position
  • Paid time off and company-paid holidays
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life and disability insurance

What You'll Lead

  • Develop and execute transportation strategies that improve service, efficiency, and profitability
  • Lead inbound and outbound transportation operations, drivers, dispatch, and fleet maintenance
  • Oversee transportation budgets, freight spend, fuel usage, and operational costs
  • Negotiate contracts with carriers and transportation partners
  • Ensure DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and regulatory compliance
  • Analyze KPIs and transportation data to drive continuous improvement
  • Partner with Operations, Sales, Customer Service, and leadership to support company objectives
  • Evaluate new technology and systems to improve transportation performance

What You Bring

✔ 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in transportation, logistics, or fleet management

✔ Proven success leading large-scale inbound and outbound transportation operations

✔ Strong experience managing transportation budgets and controlling costs

✔ Expertise with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and transportation analytics

✔ Outstanding leadership, communication, and team development skills

✔ Strategic mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence

Why Wholesale Produce Supply?

Transportation is at the heart of what we do. As our Director of Transportation, you'll have the opportunity to shape strategy, influence company performance, and lead a talented team committed to delivering exceptional service every day. If you're looking for a role where your leadership will make a measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you.

WPS Fresh

About WPS Fresh

WPS Fresh is a fresh produce distributor of over 100 commodities in the Upper Midwest and Los Angeles.

WPS Fresh’s Minnesota facility pairs its value-added offerings—such as tomato repacking, fresh-cut processing, potato and onion bagging, ripening, and repacks—to offer a full suite of services to customers in the Midwest and Central Canada. WPS-LA is a convenient loading point for its category-leading quality in specialty and growing core item offerings. Customers choose WPS for its efficient and consistent distribution, as well as its fundamental approach to fresh produce distribution and inventory management.

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