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Malitha Arsakulasooriya

Malitha Arsakulasooriya

Senior Logistics And Supply Chain Professional
Eheliyagoda

Summary

Results-oriented logistics and supply chain expert with over 20 years of experience in managing end-to-end supply chain operations, optimizing costs, and improving delivery timelines. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, negotiating contracts, and implementing innovative strategies to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction

Skilled in team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on delivering measurable results. Known for reliability and strategic approach to achieving organizational goals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior System and Process Specialist -CILT

ABA GROUP
01.2021 - Current
  • Responsible for all logistics, supply chain, and customer delivery activities on-site and accountable for ensuring that each stage of the distribution process is progressing on time, on budget, and to the appropriate quality standards
  • Strategic planning, marketing, and budgeting while following the company's standard operating procedures
  • Managing and regulating operations within predetermined financial parameters
  • On-time documentation, on-time delivery, and cross-functional stability among manufacturers, shipping agents, and government agencies
  • Analysis of sales values across all accounts for the purpose of procuring and exporting
  • Constraints on the order cycle
  • Managing BTB LC terms, publishing cost breakdowns for all orders, minimizing inconsistencies, and coordinating shipment consolidation
  • Creating reports on all shipments, including payment, destination, and other pertinent information, which will be presented at monthly board meetings/Logistics KPI Dashboard
  • Conducting inquiries into theft and loss of stock and loads
  • Continuous follow-up on performance evaluations
  • Conducting research, suggesting, and implementing innovative and improved freight routing strategies in order to increase efficiency, decrease transit times, and save money
  • System and process specialist for standard operating procedures mapping

Commercial Manager (Imports & Exports)

EPIC GROUP
07.2018 - 06.2020
  • Responsible for managing Supply chain and imports and exports of LEVIS/ VF/ TCP/ H&M / PVH / NEW LOOK accounts
  • Implemented impenetrable import and export protocols to adhere explicitly
  • Ensured relevant documentation is submitted on time to avoid delays
  • Negotiated prices with wholesalers and controlled financial expenditures in accordance with company requirements
  • Analyzed weekly sales value across all accounts
  • Managed letter of credit conditions, minimizing inconsistencies, and consolidating shipments
  • Achievements: Achieved a significant amount of Freight savings with consolidation air imports
  • Assured timely receipt of To-Be-Received Payments to ensure the best documented debit flow

Commercial Manager (Imports & Exports)

INDOCHINA APPARELS PVT LTD
01.2018 - 06.2018
  • Responsible for managing Supply chain and imports and exports of LEVIS/ VF/ TCP/ H&M / PVH / NEW LOOK accounts
  • Implemented impenetrable import and export protocols to adhere explicitly
  • Ensured relevant documentation is submitted on time to avoid delays
  • Negotiated prices with wholesalers and controlled financial expenditures in accordance with company requirements

Assistant Export Manager

HIRDARAMANI GROUP OF COMPANIES
01.2016 - 01.2017

Senior Export Executive

HIRDARAMANI GROUP OF COMPANIES
01.2014 - 01.2016

Export Executive

HIRDARAMANI GROUP OF COMPANIES
01.2010 - 01.2013

Logistics Executive

MAS HOLDINGS PVT LTD
01.2008 - 01.2009

Export Assistant

HIRDARAMANI GROUP OF COMPANIES
01.2005 - 01.2008

Education

MBA - Supply Chain & Logistics

UCAM
01.2022 - 01.2023

International Diploma in Logistics & Transport - undefined

Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport-UK

Certificate of Marketing - undefined

Sri Lanka Institute of marketing (SLIM)

Diploma in Professional Shipping, Logistics & International Transportation - undefined

CINEC maritime Campus

Diploma in Accountancy & E-Commerce Computer Course - undefined

TEC Sri Lanka

Certificate Course Of Merchandising - undefined

Sri Lanka Institute of Textile Association

Certificate Course of Export/Import Procedure - undefined

Export Development Board Sri Lanka

Skills

Supply Chain Optimization

Logistics Management

Inventory Control

Warehouse Operation

Vendor & Supplier Negotiations

Transportation & distribution Planning

Team Leadership & Development

ERP & WMS system Expertise

Budgeting & Cost reduction

Import/Export Compliance

Shipping specialist of DDP Terms

Accomplishments

  • Achieved a significant amount of Freight savings with consolidation air imports.
  • Assured timely receipt of To-Be-Received Payments to ensure the best documented debit flow.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Secretary of Sabaragamuwa Rugby Football Union, 2017-2019 Played for the school Rugby team, 1994-2000 Represented the Rugby team of Sabaragamuwa Province, 2001 Followed an international level 1 Rugby Referee Course, 2002 Participated in the Rugby Coaching Program Pre-Level one, 2000-2001 Rugby Captain of Hirdaramani Group, 2006-2009, 2013-2014 Rugby Coach of Eheliyagoda National College, 2000-2005

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 10/24/81

Timeline

MBA - Supply Chain & Logistics

UCAM
01.2022 - 01.2023

Senior System and Process Specialist -CILT

ABA GROUP
01.2021 - Current

Commercial Manager (Imports & Exports)

EPIC GROUP
07.2018 - 06.2020

Commercial Manager (Imports & Exports)

INDOCHINA APPARELS PVT LTD
01.2018 - 06.2018

Assistant Export Manager

HIRDARAMANI GROUP OF COMPANIES
01.2016 - 01.2017

Senior Export Executive

HIRDARAMANI GROUP OF COMPANIES
01.2014 - 01.2016

Export Executive

HIRDARAMANI GROUP OF COMPANIES
01.2010 - 01.2013

Logistics Executive

MAS HOLDINGS PVT LTD
01.2008 - 01.2009

Export Assistant

HIRDARAMANI GROUP OF COMPANIES
01.2005 - 01.2008

International Diploma in Logistics & Transport - undefined

Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport-UK

Certificate of Marketing - undefined

Sri Lanka Institute of marketing (SLIM)

Diploma in Professional Shipping, Logistics & International Transportation - undefined

CINEC maritime Campus

Diploma in Accountancy & E-Commerce Computer Course - undefined

TEC Sri Lanka

Certificate Course Of Merchandising - undefined

Sri Lanka Institute of Textile Association

Certificate Course of Export/Import Procedure - undefined

Export Development Board Sri Lanka

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