Rajagalgoda Gamage Don Chamith Keshala
103/J/1, Sunflower Garden, Old Police Station Road, Kahatuduwa
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sea Freight Product Head
Lanka Shipping & Logistics PVT LTD
2023.02 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Obtain weekly & monthly volume forecasts from the Commercial
Team and Negotiate competitive freight rates with Agents &
shipping lines. - Work closely with the commercial team and work towards Block
Space Agreements with main lines & agents. - Assist the commercial team in submitting Freight RFQs/Tenders
on a monthly/quarterly basis. - Prioritizing and shortlisting Network Partners/Agents based on
trade lane development requirements of the Commercial Team. - Monitor all inquiries based on CRM and update the Commercial
Team with a report analyzing lost business on a weekly basis. - Liaising with the Commercial Team to drive strategy on volume
developments of identified trade lanes. - Carryout Key Customer / Shipping Line visits along with the
Commercial Team. - Implement Key Agent & Principle Network development activities
along with the Overseas Team. - Maintain and share market updates with the Commercial Team.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Head Of Procurement
Advantis Freight (Pvt) Limited
2021.08 - 2023.02
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Obtain weekly & monthly volume forecasts from the Commercial
Team and Negotiate competitive freight rates with Agents &
shipping lines for Export both air & sea. - Work closely with the commercial team and work towards Block
Space Agreements with main lines & agents. - Assist the commercial team in submitting Freight RFQs/Tenders
on a monthly/quarterly basis. - Process bookings with agents & shipping lines and obtain
booking confirmation. - Ensure providing accurate shipment instructions to the
Customer Service & After Sales Team on a daily basis. - Prioritizing and shortlisting Network Partners/Agents based on
trade lane development requirements of the Commercial Team. - Monitor all inquiries based on CRM and update the Commercial
Team with a report analyzing lost business on a weekly basis. - Liaising with the Commercial Team to drive strategy on volume
developments of identified trade lanes. - Carryout Key Customer / Shipping Line visits along with the
Commercial Team. - Implement Key Agent & Principle Network development activities
along with the Overseas Team. - Maintain and share market updates with the Commercial Team.
- Provide accurate instructions to the finance team by liaising with
the Customer Service & After Sales Team for costing/invoice etc. - Overlook all functions of the Export Procurement and
Procurement department.
Customer Service Executive
Toll Global Forwarding Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
2017.08 - 2021.08
- Deal directly with customers either by telephone or electronically
& respond promptly to customer inquiries. - Checking the shipment status and the issues regarding
shipments with origin teams. - Updating the daily status report.
- Track and trace the shipments whether shipments moving as
planned and advise customer if have any delay or early arrival
than the original schedule. - Monitor arrival of each shipment and inform all delays, offloads
to the relevant CS rep & the sales person (Coordinate with Sea
Ops & Air Ops teams). - Cross check the tracking details with operations team DSR.
- Monitor clearance & delivery of each shipment (Coordinate with
Clearance Team). - Data entry (POD, Quotations).
- Cross checking costs of each shipment.
- Once get the inquiries from customers or Sales person get them
to the relevant origins and counterparts to get applicable
charges. - Negotiate rates to secure the inquiries.
- Maintain FCL rate sheet for easy access, calling carriers locally
and get the rates and validate them. - Direct dealing with co-loaders and get the market rates.
- Update inquiry database to keep track of the inquires getting.
- Send updated inquiry database to HOD weekly.
Shipment Coordinator
Expo Lanka Freight
2016.01 - 2017.08
- Contributed significantly to reducing lead times for customers through effective prioritization of shipments based on urgency.
- Developed customized reports to track key performance metrics for ongoing improvement in shipment efficiency.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, enabling more accurate forecasting of product availability and demand.
- Collaborated with carriers to ensure optimal routing options were utilized for timely deliveries at reduced costs.
- Worked as a shipment coordinator and handled USA shipments.
- Handled destination operation of air shipment in USA from
various origins including Colombo as well. - Arrange trucking from the airport to customer ware house.
- Arranging custom documents in USA and trucking documents.
- Keep track of all moving shipments daily and update the
Manager.
Export Documentation Officer
Expo Lanka Freight
2012.05 - 2015.12
- Resolved discrepancies in export documentation promptly, mitigating potential negative impacts on delivery timelines or customer relations.
- Kept informed about changes in international trade regulations or industry trends, enabling the company to adapt quickly and maintain a competitive edge in the market.
- Streamlined export documentation processes by implementing efficient filing and organization systems.
- Conducted regular audits of export files to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- Responded to 100 + emails a day, solving any issues, assisting
clients with any work related issues. - Coordinating with multiple shippers.
- Planning Air shipment and get space allocations.
- Coordinating with cargo village team for a smooth operation.
- Track Shipments and making sure shipment moving as planned.
- Invoicing all air export jobs.
Data Entry Officer
LOLC General Insurance LTD
2011.12 - 2012.05
- Consistently met my short and long-term targets.
- Proactively participated in meetings and helped create new
practices. - Processed a range of documentation and entered information
into databases.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Malambe, Sri Lanka12.2012
Skills
- Calm Under Pressure
- Multitasking Abilities
- Supervision and leadership
- Written Communication
- Problem Resolution
- Verbal Communication
- Relationship Building
- Remote Office Availability
- Microsoft Office
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Languages
sinhala
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Additional Information
Personal details
Date of birth : June 14th, 1989
Place of birth : Colombo
Gender : Male
Nationality : Sri Lankan
Civil status : Married
School : St John's College, Nugegoda
Linkedin : linkedin.com/in/chamithkeshala-8a1615b8
References
References
- Mr. Hameed Imtiaz
Head of Sales & Marketing
EVergreen Shipping Agency Lanka PVT LTD
Level 9, "Parkland", No. 33, Park Stree, Colombo 02, Sri Lanka
Tel : +94 11 7441000 EXT 7025 Mob : +94 768556147
- Mr. Rakitha De Silva
Head of Advantis Freight PVT LTD
Advantis Freight PVT LTD
Nawam Mawatha, Colombo 02
Tel : +94 112 167797 Mob : +94 77 3033797
Timeline
Sea Freight Product Head
Lanka Shipping & Logistics PVT LTD
2023.02 - Current
Head Of Procurement
Advantis Freight (Pvt) Limited
2021.08 - 2023.02
Customer Service Executive
Toll Global Forwarding Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
2017.08 - 2021.08
Shipment Coordinator
Expo Lanka Freight
2016.01 - 2017.08
Export Documentation Officer
Expo Lanka Freight
2012.05 - 2015.12
Data Entry Officer
LOLC General Insurance LTD
2011.12 - 2012.05
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
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