Ana Roman
Margate,FL
Summary
Dynamic Operations Manager with a proven track record at HMS Bergbau USA Corp, specializing in dry bulk chartering and global logistics. Excelled in negotiating trade finance solutions and enhancing operational efficiency by 30%. Skilled in SAP and adept at fostering strong stakeholder relationships, demonstrating exceptional budget management and customer service. High-performing professional with several years of experience delivering successful improvements for business operations, profitability and team development. Resourceful project manager and compliance specialist to thrive in fast-paced and changing environments. Dedicated to sustaining operational accuracy and delivering results for optimal profitability.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
HMS Bergbau USA Corp
11.2023 - Current
- Managing and coordinating chartering activities for dry bulk commodities
- This includes identifying suitable vessels, negotiating charter terms, and ensuring efficient and timely transportation of cargo
- Negotiate charter party terms and requirements to secure optimal shipping solutions
- Negotiate and structure trade finance solutions with banks and financial institutions
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with cargo brokers, customers, and other stakeholders
- Compliance: Ensure all chartering activities comply with industry regulations and company policies
- Ensure all trade activities comply with international trade regulations, including ITAR, EAR, OFAC, and U.S
- Customs regulations
- Ensure all trading activities comply with industry regulations and company policies
- Identify and mitigate operational risks
- Manage documentation related to trade finance operations
- Oversee the daily trading activities
- Work closely with the sales, finance, and chartering teams to ensure smooth operations and timely delivery of commodities
- Maintain strong relationships with vendors and clients to ensure high levels of service and satisfaction
- Identify areas for process improvement and implement changes to enhance operational efficiency
- Continuously evaluate and improve trade processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
- Provide financial analysis and reporting on international trade activities to senior management
Traffic Specialist
International Materials LLC
Delray Beach, FL
11.2019 - 11.2023
- Maintain effective communication between traders, customers, vendors, and logistics services
- Oversee bulk vessel scheduling, laycan declaration/confirmation, vessel nomination, and tracking
- Coordinate with loading and discharging port agents
- Maintain necessary shipping documents (Certificates of Origin, Bill of Lading, Quality Certificates, and other export documents)
- Support Legal team in claims matters/disputes/CP terms and conditions
- Update trade information/trade budgets, generate billing, and other reporting
- Process and coordinate supplier, freight, and vendor payments with traders and finance department/Letter of Credit
- Involved in new project development and market development opportunities identified by Americas Trade region
- Laytime calculations and settlement of demurrage/dispatch claims
Global Sourcing & Export Logistics
Univar Inc.
Coral Springs, FL
01.2015 - 11.2019
- Managed all overseas transport to Latin America and the Caribbean
- Oversaw routing to ensure lowest-tariff routes
- Coordinated shipments with international trade organizations and governmental agencies
- Assisted in negotiation of terms surrounding purchases, generated new business and contracts
- Analyzed and formulated strategy for export and domestic markets
- Conducted market research, export data collection, tabulation, analysis, and report generation
- Reviewed and interpreted market/competitor trends to provide feedback to management
- Monitored and supervised documentation department activities (pre-shipment and post-shipment documents)
- Placed all information/status of shipment (ETA, ETD, Vessel scheduling), container tracking to buyer
Education
ASBA - Shipbroking and Chartered Vessel Operations
Online Course
01.2022
Export Compliance -
Expeditors Tradewin
Waterbury, CT01.2012
Letter of Credit Training -
Watson Park Solutions
Enfield, CT08.2011
Bachelor - Business Administration
Universidad Católica de Santo Domingo
Dominican Republic01.2005
Skills
- Ship brokering
- Chartered vessel operations
- Dry bulk
- Global logistics
- Trade Analysis
- Overseas Carriers Contract Negotiation
- Import/Export Documentation
- Export License
- Letter of Credit
Timeline
Operations Manager
HMS Bergbau USA Corp
11.2023 - Current
Traffic Specialist
International Materials LLC
11.2019 - 11.2023
Global Sourcing & Export Logistics
Univar Inc.
01.2015 - 11.2019
ASBA - Shipbroking and Chartered Vessel Operations
Online Course
Export Compliance -
Expeditors Tradewin
Letter of Credit Training -
Watson Park Solutions
Bachelor - Business Administration
Universidad Católica de Santo Domingo