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Buddhika Galpothdeniya

Hoover,AL

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy General Manager-Supply Chain

Accenture
06.2021 - 09.2023
  • Collaborated with department heads to establish goals and work plans.
  • Participated in planning process to achieve corporate objectives.
  • Maintained qualified staff and communicated areas of accountability and expected performance.
  • Applied creative reasoning and logic to resolve complex and specialized managerial issues and develop sound solutions.
  • Reviewed performance results to target and take corrective measures with authorization and escalation.
  • Employed best practices and management controls to provide superior service to internal and external customers.
  • Fostered and promoted cooperative and harmonious working climate conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity and effectiveness.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.

Assistant Manager-Supply Chain

Accenture
06.2017 - 06.2021
  • Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to improve outputs to meet demand and supply requirements, ensuring inventory integrity targets for finished goods.
  • Implemented inventory-management strategies to maximize availability and decrease waste.
  • Oversaw demand planning, purchasing, and logistics.
  • Supervised 50 staff members tasked with handling materials management, planning, purchasing, and customer service duties.
  • Improved, standardized and documented planning and scheduling processes.
  • Coordinated supply orders to meet consumer demand and minimize costs of storing and transporting goods.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes to reduce supply chain costs and improve efficiency.
  • Monitored supplier performance for compliance with contract terms and quality standards.

Senior Merchandiser-Sourcing

Brandix Apparel Solutions
03.2012 - 06.2017
  • Managed supply chain process, from order placement to delivery, to facilitate on-time and accurate fulfillment.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to obtain favorable terms and pricing.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smooth communication and to meet required expectations.
  • Developed and implemented procurement policies and procedures to enhance compliance with company standards.
  • Resolved invoice and payment issues to facilitate prompt payment to suppliers.
  • Monitored and managed procurement budget to control costs.
  • Prepared and presented reports to management on purchasing trends and cost savings to aid in decision making.
  • Conducted spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders after choosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.
  • Identified and resolved supply chain issues to mitigate delays and production disruptions.
  • Analyzed and reported on inventory levels to determine purchasing requirements.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

University of West London
London
03.2021

Charted Management Accountant - Management Accounting

Charted Institute of Management Accountants
United Kingdom
11.2016

Bachelor of Science - Physical Sciences

University of Colombo
Sri Lanka
05.2012

Skills

  • Operations Oversight
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Process Automation
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Project Management
  • Performance Analysis
  • Operations Management
  • Workflow Planning
  • Succession Planning
  • Training and Development
  • MRP and ERP Systems

Timeline

Deputy General Manager-Supply Chain

Accenture
06.2021 - 09.2023

Assistant Manager-Supply Chain

Accenture
06.2017 - 06.2021

Senior Merchandiser-Sourcing

Brandix Apparel Solutions
03.2012 - 06.2017

MBA - Business Administration

University of West London

Charted Management Accountant - Management Accounting

Charted Institute of Management Accountants

Bachelor of Science - Physical Sciences

University of Colombo

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