Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Extracurricular Activities
References
Timeline
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IGNATIOUS SHEVEEN FERNANDOPULLE

IGNATIOUS SHEVEEN FERNANDOPULLE

19a Kohalwilla Road Kelaniya

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude, and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic, and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development Executive

Freight Line International (Pvt)Ltd
04.2025 - Current
  • Identified new potential markets and developed plans for targeting them.
  • Initiated contact with prospects via email campaigns and cold calls to generate leads.
  • Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and long-term engagement.
  • Participated in trade shows, conferences, and other events to promote the company's services.
  • Cultivated relationships with existing customers to encourage repeat business.

Sales Executive

Basilur Tea Exports
04.2024 - 03.2025
  • Managed sales initiatives for new projects in the flavoring, dried fruits, herbs, and spices sector.
  • Responded to customer inquiries, prepared quotations, and negotiated to close deals effectively.
  • Maintained a strong sales pipeline, and updated CRM systems with client interactions and follow-ups.
  • Attended industry events to network and promote company offerings effectively.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to create effective promotional campaigns for product launches.

Trainee Business Development

APS Logistics
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Assisted in lead generation, reaching out to potential clients, and promoting freight forwarding services.
  • Worked toward achieving sales targets and contributed to revenue growth.
  • Prepared freight quotations, negotiated rates, and coordinated with internal teams for smooth logistics operations.
  • Conducted market research to identify potential business opportunities, and enhance sales strategies.

Junior Executive - Operations

MSC Shipping (Pvt) Ltd
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Managed container planning and routing to ensure timely and efficient cargo movement.
  • Verified and monitored shipment routes to prevent logistical errors and delays.
  • Coordinated with internal teams and external stakeholders, including port authorities and transport providers.
  • Ensured accuracy in shipping documentation and compliance with industry regulations.
  • Resolved operational challenges related to cargo tracking and scheduling.

Junior Shipping Executive

CMA CGM (Pvt)(Ltd)
06.2018 - 04.2019
  • Assisted customers with shipping services, providing support on bookings, documentation, and inquiries.
  • Coordinated and processed shipment bookings, ensuring smooth vessel space allocation and schedule management.
  • Handled the release of Delivery Orders, ensuring timely clearance of cargo.
  • Utilized the LARA system for booking updates, shipment tracking, and document verification.
  • Acted as a key contact between customers, freight forwarders, and internal teams to ensure smooth shipping operations.
  • Developed knowledge in shipping, customer service, and sales, strengthening expertise in logistics and supply chain management.

Education

Diploma - International Business Management

ACBT Campus
06-2023

GCE Advanced Level - Accounting, Economics, Business Studies, General English

St. Joseph's College
Colombo, 10
01-2017

GCE Ordinary Level -

St. Joseph's College
Colombo, 10
01-2014

Skills

  • Time management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Problem solving
  • Sales negotiation
  • Marketing

Extracurricular Activities

  • College Senior Prefect 2015/2016,
  • College Merit for Sports 2015
  • member of the Josephian swimming squad, 2004 - 2016,
  • member of the College Interact Club
  • represented College in All Island Inter School Chess Championships, 2007 and 2008

References

Mr. Tilak Pieris,

former director, 

Mclarens Containers (Pvt) Ltd.,

No. 776, Negombo Road, Welisara,

0722744598

Timeline

Business Development Executive

Freight Line International (Pvt)Ltd
04.2025 - Current

Sales Executive

Basilur Tea Exports
04.2024 - 03.2025

Trainee Business Development

APS Logistics
09.2023 - 02.2024

Junior Executive - Operations

MSC Shipping (Pvt) Ltd
07.2020 - 08.2021

Junior Shipping Executive

CMA CGM (Pvt)(Ltd)
06.2018 - 04.2019

Diploma - International Business Management

ACBT Campus

GCE Advanced Level - Accounting, Economics, Business Studies, General English

St. Joseph's College

GCE Ordinary Level -

St. Joseph's College
IGNATIOUS SHEVEEN FERNANDOPULLE