Dhanushika Mahanama
Maharagama,11
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Executive
Nippon Paint Lanka (Pvt)Ltd
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Sourced and vetted new vendors to fulfill the organization's supply needs with quality materials.
- Streamlined vendor selection process based on historical performance data.
- Coordinated with departments to forecast purchasing needs.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure the best prices and terms for the company.
- Cultivated strong relationships with suppliers for long-term collaboration.
- Evaluated supplier performance based on delivery times, quality of products, and service levels.
- Coordinated with logistics companies to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Negotiated payment terms with suppliers to improve cash flow management.
- Liaised with accounts payable department to ensure accurate billing and timely payments to suppliers.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions and vendor information.
- Oversaw the purchase order process from creation to completion.
- Resolved issues related to shipment errors or defective products promptly.
Export Executive
Scanwell Logistics Colombo (Pvt) Ltd
06.2018 - 06.2021
- Managed ocean bookings, arranged inland transportation and followed up to verify shipments reached final destinations.
- Prepared and processed shipment documentation such as invoices, bill of lading, and related shipping documents for internal analysis and audits.
- Analyzed and recommended import and export process and cost improvements to assist with negotiating carrier and broker programs.
- Compiled and analyzed reports to forecast operational needs.
- Instituted timely response policy for complaints and discrepancies to maintain satisfactory reputation with customers and associates.
- Arranged for cargo insurance to protect clients from losses due to damage or theft.
- Arranged transportation, storage and distribution of products after international transport.
- Prepared import and export documentation in compliance with customs requirements, helping customers quickly receive goods.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and improve service delivery.
Education
MBA - General
University of Colombo
02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Logistics Management
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
01.2019
Advanced Level - undefined
Musaeus College
08.2014
Ordinary Level Exams - undefined
Musaeus College
12.2011
Skills
- Supplier management
- Schedule management
- Performance improvement
- Price negotiation
- Coordination
- Motivation
- Problem-solving
- Networking
- Prioritization
- Team oversight
- Shipment coordination
- Goods tracing
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
LANGUAGES
Sinhala, Fluent
English, Fluent
Timeline
Procurement Executive
Nippon Paint Lanka (Pvt)Ltd
02.2022 - 12.2023
Export Executive
Scanwell Logistics Colombo (Pvt) Ltd
06.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Logistics Management
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
Advanced Level - undefined
Musaeus College
Ordinary Level Exams - undefined
Musaeus College
MBA - General
University of Colombo
References
Prof. Lakshman Jayatilleke
Chairman, National Education
Commission,
Sri Lanka.
126, Nawala Road, Nugegoda
0777769713
chnec@slt.lk
clakshmanv@gmail.com
Ashoka Gunawardene
53/5A, Priya Mawatha,
Makuluduwa,
Piliyandala.
0718834779