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Wayfairian of the Year - 2018
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Donald Washburn

Providence,RI

Summary

Accomplished logistics executive with a proven record of designing and scaling high-performing shipping networks, leading cross-functional teams, and driving operational excellence end to end. Expert at optimizing B2B and DTC through data-driven strategies and strong vendor partnerships. Skilled in leading service operations, implementing technology enhancements, and fostering collaborative team cultures that consistently align performance with business goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Logistics

The Expert
Remote
08.2021 - 02.2026
  • Built and scaled the company’s shipping network, ensuring on-time arrivals, cost efficiency, and reliable carrier performance
  • Oversaw the customer service department, driving resolution practices while aligning logistics operations with customer experience goals
  • Established partnerships with key vendors and carriers to negotiate favorable terms and improve service quality.
  • Built out and aligned internal KPIs to supply chain data to identify trends, improving forecasting accuracy and resource allocation.
  • Streamlined in-network international shipping operations to facilitate seamless customs passage.

Manager - Consolidated Delivery Operations

Wayfair
Boston, MA
08.2017 - 08.2021
  • Directed a team of managers and their direct reports overseeing large-scale B2B order fulfillment, coordinating complex multi-shipment projects into consolidated, on-time deliveries.
  • Partnered with third-party delivery agents, setting performance standards and monitoring quality to ensure a seamless customer experience.
  • Collaborated with B2B directors and team leads to optimize order submission processes, reducing errors and streamlining workflows.
  • Fostered a positive, collaborative culture between logistics and B2B teams, strengthening cross-departmental relationships and operational efficiency

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Westfield State University
Westfield, MA

Skills

  • End to end supply chain operations
  • Vendor procurement and rate negotiation
  • Import and export regulations
  • Supply chain analysis
  • Customer support execution
  • Leadership and team development

Timeline

Director of Logistics

The Expert
08.2021 - 02.2026

Manager - Consolidated Delivery Operations

Wayfair
08.2017 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

Westfield State University

Wayfairian of the Year - 2018

Selected as Employee of the Year through a first-ever peer and leadership vote among managers and directors, and the first middle-management recipient. Recognized for designing and implementing a dock-to-dock, direct-to-B2B shipping model for high-quantity orders, bypassing the Wayfair Delivery Network to reduce handling, labor costs, and transit time. Led cross-functional collaboration across facilities, carriers, sales, and technology teams to automate workflows and align stakeholders, delivering meaningful margin improvement for the business.

Donald Washburn