Ruben Dario Candia Parra
About Ruben Dario Candia Parra
Ruben Dario Candia Parra serves as the Head of Strategy & Operations at UBITS, where he has worked since 2022. He has a background in engineering and extensive experience in capacity optimization and productivity enhancement across various sectors, including aviation and retail.
Current Role at UBITS
Ruben Dario Candia Parra serves as the Head of Strategy & Operations at UBITS, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives and operational efficiency within the organization. His focus includes optimizing processes and ensuring that the company's operations align with its strategic goals. His leadership is instrumental in driving productivity and enhancing the overall performance of the team.
Previous Experience at UBITS
Prior to his current role, Ruben worked at UBITS as the Sales Ops Leader from 2021 to 2022. During his 11-month tenure, he contributed to the sales operations by implementing strategies that improved efficiency and effectiveness in sales processes. His experience in this position laid the groundwork for his advancement to Head of Strategy & Operations.
Career at Avianca
Ruben Dario Candia Parra has extensive experience in the aviation industry, having worked at Avianca in various analytical roles. He began as a Capacity Optimization Analyst in 2017, where he worked for five months before moving to the role of Capacity Optimization Senior Analyst, serving from 2017 to 2019 for two years. He then transitioned to the position of Revenue and Sales Performance Coordinator from 2019 to 2021. In these roles, he focused on data analysis and process optimization, contributing to improved operational performance.
Educational Background
Ruben studied at Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas, where he earned a degree in Ingeniería industrial from 2011 to 2017. He furthered his education by completing a specialization in Gestión de Proyectos de Ingeniería from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he attended Servicio Nacional de Aprendizaje (SENA) from 2009 to 2010, where he obtained a Tecnicatura in Documentación y registro de operaciones contables. His educational background supports his analytical skills and expertise in project management.
Internship Experience
In 2016, Ruben gained valuable experience as a Project Management and Productivity Intern at Cencosud S.A. for six months. This internship provided him with insights into project management and productivity enhancement, which he later applied in his professional roles. His early exposure to these concepts has contributed to his ability to optimize and automate processes in various industries.