Supply Chain Senior Manager

Chandima Alutwala

Result-driven C-Level Growth Strategist, Optimizing Strategic Operations

Kelaniya, SL +94-773-****** / +94-773-******/ 011*-****** ad7lr8@r.postjobfree.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandima-alutwala/

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Visionary C-Level Growth Strategist with 30+ years of multifaceted experience covering all areas of Supply Chain, Finance People Management, Office Administration, and Sales Coordination in various industries ranging from Manufacturing (FMCG), Construction, Civil Engineering, Logistics and Port Operations. Experience in strategic management, guiding organizations to achieve sustainable growth and competitive advantage. Adept at developing and implementing innovative strategies to address business challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Possesses a strong record of success in Strategic Planning, leveraging analytical and creative skills to champion & establish cutting-edge strategic solutions that can drive revenue growth and productivity improvements through supply chain transformation.

Professional focal points include implementing robust standard operating procedures (SOPs) to optimize & streamline Logistics, warehousing & procurement processes in large private and multi-national companies. An elite growth specialist, and talent developer with strong credentials in the supply chain profession, whilst ensuring good rapport with all levels of management, employees, and other key stakeholders ranging from industry experts, business leaders, & regulatory bodies in SL. Currently seeking a senior role for the betterment of the organization which would allow me to serve in my profession. PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Strategic Planning, Transformational Leadership with Strong People Management & Teambuilding Skills - Fostered and created a process-driven and high-performing culture by minimizing several non-value-adding processes

Visionary Strategic Leader & Change Catalyst - Championed to launch innovative supply chain strategies at South Asia Gateway Terminals (SAGT), and was awarded for adding value initiatives leading to business process enhancement.

Specialized in Production Planning & Lean Manufacturing - Streamlined and optimized end-to-end supply chain & manufacturing processes. Reduced bottlenecks and waste, to ensure on-time-in-full (OTIF) delivery to customers at the agreed price. Production - Installation of a chocolate refinery - Daintee Confectioners (Pvt.) Ltd.

Project Management & Quality Management System - Pioneered and developed the Quality Assurance Department and ensured the Quality Management System of Ritzbury Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd.

Financial Acumen – Knowledge in Financial Statement Analysis. Ensured leveraging financial metrics and strategies to achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Budgeting

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills – identified cost-saving opportunities, leading to a reduction in operational expenses.

Critical thinking - To troubleshoot complex technical issues, resulting in reduced downtime.

Strategic Supply Chain Operations - Improved and optimized material requirement planning (MRP) including production / non- production SKUs, logistics (international & local), inventories, imports, and all clearing aspects.

Procurement & Warehouse Operations - Challenged the status quo by re-engineering the Procurement and Stores Operations in SAGT, which resulted in high-performing procurement and warehousing teams. Streamlined Procurement Systems - Sonec Chem International (Pvt.) Ltd. and Sonekma Ceylon Tea (Pvt.) Ltd

Stakeholder Relationships - Established a good network of relationships with SL Customs, the Board of Investment (BOI) of SL, Ministries, Air Lines, Shipping Lines, and Clearing Agents for the smooth functioning of supply chain operations.

Facility Management & Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) - Streamlined and leveraged facility management in SAGT. Developed SOPs at Picasso Garment Repair Service (Pvt.) Ltd.

Multifaceted skills in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical Engineering and Technical Knowledge – Headed the Civil Engineering Project Management Unit which was established at SAGT.

CAREER TIMELINE

July 2024 -to date : Consultant-Business Development & Operations, Daxus Engineering (Pvt.) Ltd

Jun 2008 - May 2024 : Head of Supply Chain, South Asia Gateway Terminals.

Jan 2008 - May 2008 : Head of Procurement, Maga Engineering (Pvt.)

Jun 2004 - Dec 2007 : Supplies Manager, CBL Foods International (Pvt.) Ltd.

May 1997 - May 2004: Ritzbury Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd., Head of Plant (Jan 2002 – May 2004), Assistant Quality Assurance Manager (Jan 2000 - Jan 2002), and Quality Assurance Executive (May 1997 - Dec 1999).

Jan 1990 - Dec 1992 : Unilever Sri Lanka Ltd., Management Trainee-Finance & Marketing (Divisions) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Daxus Engineering (Pvt.) Ltd July 2024 – to date

Consultant - Business Development & Operations

South Asia Gateway Terminals (https://www.sagt.com.lk/about-us.html) June 2008 - May 2024 Head of Supply Chain

Key Achievements:

Functioned as the Head of Warehouse Operations and Head of the Civil Engineering Project Management Unit.

Recognized for actively sustaining the business during the last three years with major financial and supply chain challenges due to the pandemic and economic crisis.

Award presented for Championing Change at SAGT for adding value through initiatives leading to Business Process Enhancement

Streamlined the supply chain operations by implementing new processes for continuous and sustainable operations.

Simplified all import purchasing practices and ensured accurate exports when sending parts for repairs and samples.

Championed to solve key supply chain issues and agreed on the most suitable method of Trade Finance on imports.

Prevented any stockout situation by coordinating with suppliers/ service providers and ensuring prompt delivery.

Leveraged and successfully ensured all operations were running at planned capacity whilst maintaining the agreed cost.

Ensured stringent adherence to the company’s health & safety standards and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Improved efficiency and effectiveness of the Supply Chain process and optimized departmental budget.

Reduced material wastage and operational expenses by 15% (including but not limited to employees and energy costs).

Successfully negotiated with the Board of Investment (BOI) of SL (for approvals), SL Customs, and Government Ministries concerning compliance with regulatory issues and ethical supply chain operations.

As a member of the Sourcing Committee (Tender Committee), supervised and promptly followed up on purchasing/ sourcing technical spares as per specifications at the best prices.

Established ‘win-win’ stakeholder relationships with Air Lines, Shipping Lines, and Clearing Agents which ensured smooth clearance and transportation of items.

Maga Engineering (Pvt.) Ltd. (https://www.maga.lk/about-us/) Jan 2008 - May 2008 Head of Procurement

Key Achievements:

Inculcated a performance-driven culture by empowering the entire procurement team with clear deliverables & KPIs linked to business goals.

Demonstrated ‘ethical business practices’ when selecting suppliers and negotiating the terms and conditions.

Spearheaded overall procurement function’s strategic initiatives and optimized logistics and inventories. CBL Foods International (Pvt.) Ltd. (https://cbllk.com/our-history) Jun 2004 - Dec 2007 Supplies Manager

Key Achievements:

Improved and optimized material requirement planning (MRP) including production / non-production SKUs, logistics (international

& local), inventories & stock replenishment, imports, payments, and all clearing aspects.

Championed to strengthen and accelerate supply strategies in consultation with respective Business Units. Ritzbury Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd. (Presently owned by CBL Foods International - https://cbllk.com/our-history) May 1997 - May 2004 Head of Plant & General Office ( Managed the entire Plant & Overlooked the General Office) (Jan 2002 - May 2004) Assistant Quality Assurance Manager (Jan 2000 - Jan 2002) Quality Assurance Executive (May 1997 - Dec 1999) Key Achievements:

Functioned as the Head of the Plant & Office and leveraged the following areas: o Overall Production and Production Planning, Quality Assurance Management, Research and Development, Human Resource Management, Procurement Management, Warehouse Management, Finance, General Office Administration, and Sales Coordination.

Optimized the Quality Assurance function and streamlined the overall Quality Management System of Ritzbury.

Strategized Production and HR planning for the factory and established an optimized plant machinery utilization.

Solidified On Time and In Full (OTIF) production for the agreed production plan, ensuring compliance with the organization’s Quality standards, whilst increasing productivity and controlling waste. PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS

Was a participant in the following key training programmes by reputed organizations: o Resilient strategic planning & financial acumen. o Excellent communication & presentation skills.

o Warehouse & General Office Management.

o Logistics & Procurement Management.

o Strong work ethics & negotiation skills.

o Technical Inventory Management.

o Customs Regulations.

Actively participated in Supply Chain seminars and conferences organized by the Institute of Supply & Materials Management (ISMM) Sri Lanka.

International seminar on the theme “Winning the Markets through better Supply Chain Management”-

Just in time (JIT) Production System conducted by Japan Sri Lanka Technical & Cultural Association (JASTECA).

Purchasing and inventory control conducted by The Institute of Industrial Techno-Management (Pvt.) Ltd.

People Manager Development Workshop, Great Place to Work® in Sri Lanka

Safety Risk Assessment Training & Defensive Driving International Safety Consultants

Workshop on Design and Measure Business (on Key Performance Indicators).

Internal Quality Auditing for ISO 9000 quality system conducted by SLSI

Tender Procedures and Procurement Management –

Borderlands Professional Development programme.

Instrument Calibration conducted by SLSI.

Success Communication & Success Leadership Series-conducted by BCIS Toastmasters Club

Training Program Series on SAGT Competency Framework

New Requirements of ISO9001 standards

International Quality Auditing for ISO 9000 Quality Systems

Law for non-Lawyers conducted by Mcquire Rens & Jones

Leading Changes conducted by Mcquire Rens & Jones

People Manager Development Workshop Conducted by Great Place to Work (GPW) PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Corporate Member of the Institute of Supply & Materials Management (ISMM), Sri Lanka.

Member of Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Australia.

Member of the Organization of Professional Associations (OPA), Sri Lanka.

Alumni Member of the MBA, University of Colombo.

Member of the OBA of Royal College, Colombo 07.

EDUCATION

CMA - Certified Management Accountant - CMA Australia.

MBA - Maser of Business Administration, University of Colombo.

B.Sc. - Bachelor of Science Agriculture (Special) (Hons.), University of Peradeniya.

International Diploma in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management - International Trade Centre, United Nations Conference on Trade & Development/World Trade Organization (UNCTAD/WTO), Geneva.

Advanced Certificate in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management - International Trade Centre-UNCTAD/WTO-Geneva.

Certificate in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management - International Trade Centre- UNCTAD/WTO-Geneva. PERSONAL DETAILS

Languages : Sinhala & English (Fluent).

Nationality : Sri Lankan.

Date of Birth : 31st May 1967.

Secondary Education : Royal College, Colombo – 07 (Was a member of the wrestling team). NON-RELATED REFEREES

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