Amy Duran

I am an experienced Shipping and Procurement Manager specializing in international export operations across Europe, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East. With extensive knowledge of hazardous materials regulations (IATA, IMDG, and 49 CFR), I ensure global shipments are compliant, efficient, and risk-mitigated. My expertise spans end-to-end export coordination, commercial documentation management, inventory evaluation, procurement strategy, and transport cost negotiation. I work strategically to control logistics spend while maintaining service reliability and regulatory compliance. In addition to overseeing global shipping operations, I manage procurement processes to secure competitive supplier agreements and optimize supply chain performance. I also lead employee training initiatives, ensuring staff are fully trained in hazmat regulations, documentation standards, and operational best practices. Throughout my career, I have: • Managed complex international and hazmat shipments with full regulatory compliance • Negotiated freight to reduce operational costs • Strengthened procurement workflows to improve efficiency and vendor performance • Developed and trained logistics teams to maintain high compliance and accuracy standards • Streamlined commercial documentation processes to prevent delays and penalties I am committed to operational excellence, cost control, compliance leadership, and team development within global supply chain environments.