RICARDO FU

• Lead regional S&OP and S&OE cycles within the Integrated Business Planning framework, ensuring balanced demand-supply alignment and risk management for telecom infrastructure across LATAM.
• Consolidate demand signals from sales and operations teams to develop accurate forecasts and procurement strategies for FTTX, cables, and passive network products.
• Deploy RPA automation and Power BI dashboards to improve visibility, data accuracy, and decision-making speed.
• Drive continuous improvement and maturity advancement within IBP processes by introducing KPI tracking for forecast accuracy, OTIF, and inventory turns.
• Developed strategic planning frameworks to optimize project timelines and resource allocation.
• Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to align project goals with organizational objectives.
• Analyzed market trends to inform strategic decision-making and enhance competitive positioning.
• Conducted risk assessments to identify potential challenges and implement mitigation strategies.
• Managed stakeholder communication, fostering strong relationships between internal departments and external partners.
• Presented progress reports to senior management, highlighting key accomplishments and outlining next steps in the planning process.
• Managed order fulfillment, lead times and product shipments of 700 commonly SKUs.
• Developed and implemented strategic planning frameworks to optimize project outcomes.
• Analyzed market trends and forecasts to inform product development initiatives.
• Managed resource allocation and scheduling to enhance operational efficiency.

• Led demand planning, production order management, and inventory optimization across ISUZU regional operations.
• Collaborated with Japanese HQ and local dealers to balance forecast accuracy with production capacity and sales trends.
• Implemented fleet-based demand forecasting, improving vehicle allocation efficiency and reducing excess stock.
• Supported Integrated Business Planning adoption through cross-functional collaboration with sales and after-sales departments.
• Developed and implemented market entry strategies for new product lines across Latin America.

Key Achievements:

• Increased spare parts sales by 8% via “Spare Kits Project”.
• Designed Fleet Incentive Program raising vehicle sales by 13%.
• Reduced freight costs by 76% through optimized container vanning.
• Deployed QKR metal flatbed project, contributing 5% to annual sales.

• Implemented sales and demand planning strategies for spare parts division; managed supplier alignment with HQ in China to balance demand and supply.
• Introduced inventory segmentation and forecast-based procurement for key product categories.
• Developed strategic partnerships to enhance market presence and drive revenue growth.
• Identified new business opportunities through market analysis and client engagement.
• Led negotiations with key stakeholders to secure favorable contract terms.
• Developed customized solutions for clients, addressing their unique needs and helping them achieve their goals.

Key Achievements:

• Boosted industrial bearing sales by 13%.
• Expanded distribution to 5000m² warehouse in Colon Free Zone serving Central and South America.

• Coordinated B2B market expansion projects within Panama's Chinese community sector; conducted data-driven demand studies and reporting for over 5000 retail partners.
• Managed project documentation and maintained accurate records for compliance.
• Developed and implemented process improvements to enhance project efficiency.
• Analyzed project outcomes to identify lessons learned and inform future initiatives.
• Led project meetings to review progress and address potential roadblocks.
• Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
• Coordinated project schedules and resources to ensure timely delivery of initiatives.
• Managed communication between stakeholders to align project objectives and expectations.
• Implemented project tracking tools to enhance visibility and accountability across teams.
• Facilitated team meetings to promote collaboration and address project challenges.