Chaminda Pashennadige Kumara
Assistant Manager
Piliyandala
Summary
Results-driven procurement professional with 21 years of experience in government and private sector tender processes. Expertise in importing and procuring medical and non-medical supplies, including pharmaceuticals, laboratory equipment, and construction materials. Proven ability to negotiate effectively and manage complex projects under pressure.
Overview
2
2
Languages
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Procurement Executive (Medical), Assistant Procurement Manager
Lanka Hospitals Corporation PLC
05.2014 - Current
- Served as Senior Procurement Executive (Medical) at Lanka Hospitals Corporation PLC from May 2014 to December 2016. Currently holds position of Assistant Procurement Manager since January 2017 at Lanka Hospitals Corporation PLC. Oversaw procurement operations for medical supplies, ensuring adherence to quality standards. Negotiated favorable contracts, resulting in significant cost reductions and improved supplier relations. Implemented efficient inventory management practices to minimize waste and ensure availability. Collaborated closely with clinical departments to determine and fulfill procurement requirements. Conducted in-depth market analysis to identify new suppliers and assess product viability. Provided training and mentorship to junior staff on procurement processes and compliance.
- Developed comprehensive expertise in sourcing and importing healthcare products like pharmaceutical drugs and medical devices alongside non-medical items including stationery, IT hardware, and construction materials throughout full scope of supply chain.
- Crafted knowledge strategies to strengthen analytical and negotiation skills for procuring capex and opex, guaranteeing practices are efficient, transparent, and cost-effective while cultivating stakeholder relationships in a mutually beneficial environment.
- Developed skills in tender-based procurement by actively participating in creation of new procurement manual for Lanka Hospitals procurement department, now utilized for all procurement functions.
Management Assistant
State Pharmaceutical Co-operation
12.2004 - 05.2014
- I have about 07 years working experience as a Management Assistant and about 03 years of experience as a supervisor in the procurement & Import department of State Pharmaceuticals Corporation, which is currently located at “Mehewara Piyasa”, 16th Floor, No. 41, Kirula Road, Colombo 05, Sri Lanka. Facilitated total tender process at State Pharmaceuticals Corporation, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
- Coordinated interdepartmental communications to streamline project workflows and enhance collaboration.
- Managed scheduling for executive meetings, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, improving document retrieval efficiency by 30%.
Education
Certificate course - Imports & Export Procedure
MBA - Logistic Management
Kothalawala Defense University
Rathmalana, Sri LankaMaterial Management Diploma - Purchasing & Material Management
Institute of Supply and Material Management
01-2012
Business Administration (BSC) External Degree - undefined
University of Sri Jayawardanapura
Nugegoda, Sri Lanka01-2011
G.C.E Advanced Level Examination - Science Stream
B/ Naulla Madya Maha Vidyalaya
Demodara04-2002
G.C.E Ordinary Level Examination -
B/Naulla Madya Maha Vidyalaya
Demodara12-1998
Skills
Procurement Strategy
Strategic sourcing
Vendor negotiations
Supplier Relationship
Supply chain management
Stakeholder management
Strategy development
Problem resolution
Team Leadership
Team player
Staff training
Disclaimer
I am very much confident that I am capable of contributing more towards the betterment of the organization while gaining invaluable experience in my fields of interest. I declare that, to the best of my knowledge, the particulars, above mentioned are true and accurate 07.04.2025
Timeline
Senior Procurement Executive (Medical), Assistant Procurement Manager
Lanka Hospitals Corporation PLC
05.2014 - Current
Management Assistant
State Pharmaceutical Co-operation
12.2004 - 05.2014
Business Administration (BSC) External Degree - undefined
University of Sri Jayawardanapura
Material Management Diploma - Purchasing & Material Management
Institute of Supply and Material Management
MBA - Logistic Management
Kothalawala Defense University
Certificate course - Imports & Export Procedure
G.C.E Advanced Level Examination - Science Stream
B/ Naulla Madya Maha Vidyalaya
G.C.E Ordinary Level Examination -
B/Naulla Madya Maha Vidyalaya