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We are seeking an experienced professional to join our Global Transportation Procurement team as a Senior Associate. In this role, you will manage our key parcel carrier partnerships and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that our transportation services align with our strategic business objectives. This position is critical in driving performance improvements and mitigating risks within our transportation network.
About The Team
The Global Transportation Procurement team plays a critical role in managing Wayfair’s transportation network by overseeing procurement activities and commercial relationships with carriers across our global supply chain. We work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to optimize transportation solutions, negotiate competitive contracts, and drive operational efficiencies.
Our team is at the forefront of strategic decision-making, ensuring that Wayfair’s logistics network remains agile, cost-effective, and customer-focused. By collaborating with industry-leading carriers and leveraging data-driven insights, we continuously enhance delivery speed, service reliability, and overall supply chain performance.
If you’re passionate about logistics, procurement, and building impactful partnerships, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing team shaping the future of Wayfair’s transportation strategy.
What You’ll Do
All Boston-based interns, Co-ops, and corporate employees will be in office in a hybrid capacity. Employees will work in the office on designated days, Monday - Thursday, and work remotely Friday.
At this time, Wayfair does not provide sponsorship for employment authorization for this position.
About Wayfair Inc.
Wayfair is one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, we’re reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If you’re looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then you’ll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.
No matter who you are, Wayfair is a place you can call home. We’re a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences, and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair – and world – for all. Every voice, every perspective matters. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Your personal data is processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice (https://www.wayfair.com/careers/privacy). If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights under applicable privacy and data protection laws, please contact us at dataprotectionofficer@wayfair.com.
We are seeking an experienced professional to join our Global Transportation Procurement team as a Senior Associate. In this role, you will manage our key parcel carrier partnerships and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that our transportation services align with our strategic business objectives. This position is critical in driving performance improvements and mitigating risks within our transportation network.
About The Team
The Global Transportation Procurement team plays a critical role in managing Wayfair’s transportation network by overseeing procurement activities and commercial relationships with carriers across our global supply chain. We work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to optimize transportation solutions, negotiate competitive contracts, and drive operational efficiencies.
Our team is at the forefront of strategic decision-making, ensuring that Wayfair’s logistics network remains agile, cost-effective, and customer-focused. By collaborating with industry-leading carriers and leveraging data-driven insights, we continuously enhance delivery speed, service reliability, and overall supply chain performance.
If you’re passionate about logistics, procurement, and building impactful partnerships, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing team shaping the future of Wayfair’s transportation strategy.
What You’ll Do
- Commercial Management: Oversee the commercial relationship with our primary parcel carriers, ensuring that service capabilities meet evolving business needs.
- Market Analysis: Evaluate alternative carrier capabilities and pricing strategies in preparation for upcoming contract renewals.
- Relationship Management: Manage high-impact carrier partnerships that supports a substantial volume of shipments and significant annual expenditures.
- Contract & Financial Oversight: Lead efforts in contract analysis and negotiation, support audit processes, and assist in financial recovery initiatives related to billing discrepancies and service disputes.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders to advance key operational initiatives and maintain continuity in service delivery.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in procurement, contract management, or logistics—ideally within the transportation or parcel services industry.
- Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with an ability to manage complex partnerships effectively.
- Excellent communication skills and a proven track record of working successfully in cross-functional teams.
All Boston-based interns, Co-ops, and corporate employees will be in office in a hybrid capacity. Employees will work in the office on designated days, Monday - Thursday, and work remotely Friday.
At this time, Wayfair does not provide sponsorship for employment authorization for this position.
About Wayfair Inc.
Wayfair is one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, we’re reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If you’re looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then you’ll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.
No matter who you are, Wayfair is a place you can call home. We’re a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences, and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair – and world – for all. Every voice, every perspective matters. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Your personal data is processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice (https://www.wayfair.com/careers/privacy). If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights under applicable privacy and data protection laws, please contact us at dataprotectionofficer@wayfair.com.
