Daniel Payan is the Ocean Transportation Manager at EP Logistics, where he has directed global ocean freight operations since 2019. He brings over a decade of direct experience in the logistics industry, coordinating both import and export freight for a diverse portfolio of clients.
His approach to freight management is firmly rooted in his academic background and early professional career. Daniel holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics from the Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa and spent his first ten years working in the financial and banking sector. This strong financial foundation, integrated with his deep logistics knowledge, allows him to manage supply chains by constantly evaluating the numbers and the commercial profitability of every single movement.
As an author for the EP Logistics blog, Daniel shares his technical expertise across the areas of road freight, ocean freight, and air freight. Through his articles, he explains how the chosen mode of transportation directly defines a client’s broader business strategy. Whether he is assessing the volatility of ocean container rates, justifying the urgency of a critical air freight shipment, or structuring the efficiency of cross-border ground routes, Daniel applies his analytical skills to break down complex topics into actionable recommendations.
His daily objective with EP Logistics customers and blog readers is exactly the same: resolve problems ahead of time, protect the budget, and keep the cargo moving forward. Daniel’s expertise allows him to clearly observe that a delay at the ports or in border logistics is a direct hit to a company’s financial bottom line. Consequently, his writing provides decision-makers with the precise, honest information they need to operate safely and effectively in an unpredictable market.