Head of Procurement
LOLC Advanced Technologies (Pvt) Ltd
Total years of experience :20 years, 2 Months
(Employment - 01stof November 2021 to present)
• Manage end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing (Raw materials, packing materials, industrial chemicals, construction materials, civil contractors, Capex items etc.), supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management, Imports and customs clearance across five diverse companies, ensuring seamless supply chain operations.
• Responsible for the entire supply chain operations of the following business entities,
Waste management company at Kerawalapitiya industrial zone. (From the construction phase to product launch) Export oriented BOI company at Malwana (USD$ 6.5 million project) (From the construction phase to product launch) Beverage manufacturing company at Mathugama. Rice Fortification company at Homagama. Graphene Oxide production company at Homagama.
• Implement strategic sourcing initiatives that led to substantial cost reductions and improved supplier relationships.
• Oversee customs clearance processes, ensuring compliance with import and export regulations.
• Managed exports, including documentation, shipping, and compliance with international trade laws.
• Develop and execute inventory management strategies, minimizing excess stock and optimizing inventory turnover.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with each company's unique needs and goals.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives, resulting in significant cost savings
• Streamlined supply chain processes, enhancing overall operational efficiency and reducing lead times.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, ethical standards, and industry best practices.
• Mentor and lead a high-performing procurement team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Areas of knowledge Supply chain management Logistics management Statistics & operational research Managerial finance / economics Transportation management Research methodology Import & customs clearance procedures Inventory & warehouse management Final year dissertation. Research publication - Analysis of Cargo transportation in up-country railway line Sri Lanka and develop a web based automated system.