Letitia Lu
Taoyuan,Taiwan
Summary
Accomplished Manager with extensive experience in demand and supply planning, operational excellence, and financial controlling. Proven track record in managing critical accounts like TSMC and Intel, implementing digital strategies using Power BI and SAP standards, and promoting Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Adept at crisis management, cost analysis, and enhancing team efficiency through comprehensive training programmes. Expertise in client relationship management, inventory management systems, risk management, digital strategies & data analytics, and decision making. Career goal: To leverage extensive industry experience to drive business excellence and strategic growth within a dynamic organisation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager, Demand and Supply Planning
BASF Taiwan Ltd, G-EDM
12.2020 - 09.2025
- Managed demand, production, and raw material requirements for electronic materials.
- Implemented a new report system using Power BI to monitor inventory and achieve OIV targets every year.
- Focus on key accounts like tsmc and Intel.
- Directed crisis management efforts during unforeseen events, minimising disruption to business and operation.
- Promoted digitalisation tools to the team to improve work efficiency, such as Power BI, Power Automate, and also co-worked with GB to get the co-plan system on board for better communication with customers.
Manager, OpEx
BASF Taiwan Ltd, A-PMA
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Support the plant manager with BASF guidance on the newly merged plant.
- Review operation processes and implement SAP standards to the shop floor.
- Introduce Lean and Six Sigma concepts to the team, co-work with Greater China's support.
Manager, Controlling
BASF Taiwan Ltd, G-EDM
03.2015 - 06.2017
- Chaired cross-functional meetings, promoting effective communication between departments.
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programmes, improving team skills and performance.
- Manage the cost centre for the unit, as well as monitor and analyse the cost development.
- Prepare operational planning and CAPEX planning, and conduct gap analysis of the site services and company services, as well as provide regular updates of the cost forecast.
Assistant Manager, Production Service
BASF Taiwan Ltd, G-EDM
04.2012 - 02.2015
- Ensure that standard costing is done in compliance with BASF accounting guidelines.
- Involved in the daily operation process, identifying optimised opportunities and implementation plans.
- Monitor drum recycle usage performance to reduce waste and cost.
Executive, Accouting
BASF Taiwan Ltd.
09.2008 - 03.2012
- Coordinate, organise, and monitor the processes' execution to ensure quality in terms of accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
- Oversee monthly and month-end closing processes, ensuring the quality of the report to the Headquarters.
- Assess and resolve operational issues, acting as point of entry and first level of escalation.
Accountant, Accounts Receivable
Medtronic-Mediland (Taiwan) Ltd.
05.2006 - 08.2008
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely settlement of invoices and maximising cash flow.
- Coordinated with external auditors during annual reviews, facilitating a transparent and efficient audit process.
- Developed and maintained internal control systems to prevent errors and fraud in financial transactions.
- Investigated and resolved discrepancies in financial records, maintaining high standards of accuracy.
Senior Auditor
KPMG Taiwan
07.2001 - 08.2005
- Advised clients on tax and VAT matters, specialising in Corporation Tax.
- Focus on Japanese corporations in Taiwan.
- Travelled domestically to consult with, and improve the audit function of, other company departments.
- Conducted thorough reviews of internal controls, recommending enhancements to mitigate risks and improve processes.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
National Taipei University
Taipei City, TPE2001
Skills
- Client relationship management
- Decision making
- Risk management
- Digital strategies & Data analytics
- Inventory management systems
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Chinese (Mandarin)
Proficient
C2
Certification
- APICS CPIM Certified
Timeline
Manager, Demand and Supply Planning
BASF Taiwan Ltd, G-EDM
12.2020 - 09.2025
Manager, OpEx
BASF Taiwan Ltd, A-PMA
01.2018 - 12.2020
Manager, Controlling
BASF Taiwan Ltd, G-EDM
03.2015 - 06.2017
Assistant Manager, Production Service
BASF Taiwan Ltd, G-EDM
04.2012 - 02.2015
Executive, Accouting
BASF Taiwan Ltd.
09.2008 - 03.2012
Accountant, Accounts Receivable
Medtronic-Mediland (Taiwan) Ltd.
05.2006 - 08.2008
Senior Auditor
KPMG Taiwan
07.2001 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
National Taipei University