THUDUWALA GAMAGE PURMIMAL
Marysville
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with extensive experience at the Sri Lanka Navy & Coast Guard, adept in strategic planning and crisis coordination. Proven track record in managing 1,200+ personnel, enhancing compliance, and driving continuous improvement. Skilled in data analysis and stakeholder engagement, delivering impactful results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Founder & Operations Lead
Paara Clothing Inc.
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed brand strategy to enhance market presence and customer engagement.
- Launched and managed e-commerce and social-media-driven sales channels, increasing customer reach and engagement.
- Designed and managed end-to-end business processes, including procurement, scheduling, marketing coordination, and financial planning.
Operations & Administrative Leadership (Commissioned Officer)
Sri Lanka Navy & Coast Guard
01.2014 - 01.2025
- Managed and supervised 1,200+ personnel as Regulating Officer at the Navy’s largest base, overseeing HR administration, compliance, scheduling, procurement and workforce planning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Directed Coast Guard regional operations across multiple units, coordinating inter-agency and cross-functional teams under high-risk operational conditions in Northern Sri Lankan territory.
- Commanded Coast Guard vessels responsible for public safety, maritime law enforcement, and mission readiness, ensuring operational compliance and risk control.
- Participated in a multinational vessel acquisition and integration project (USCG Cutter Douglas Munro), coordinating technical onboarding, personnel training, procurement, supply chain management, repair progress and operational readiness.
- Oversaw inventory management of critical naval supplies and equipment resources.
- Led training and development programs to enhance team skills and performance.
- Oversaw crisis and emergency response operations, including deep-sea disaster recovery, earning official commendation for leadership and execution.
- Managed logistics for equipment and supplies during operational deployments.
- Developed standard operating procedures for routine naval tasks and drills.
- Equivalent to Senior Operations/Program Management roles.
Assistant Manager – Navy Hospitality Operations
Malima Hotel Chain
Trincomalee
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed day-to-day accommodation and restaurant operations for a high-volume hospitality facility.
- Supervised staff scheduling, service quality, customer satisfaction, and basic financial reporting.
- Managed inventory and supply orders for hotel amenities and supplies.
Assistant Manager – Sales & Administration
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation
Hambantota
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Supported branch operations, sales administration, and customer service activities.
- Contributed to sales growth during 2013 through improved client coordination and follow-ups.
- Assisted with staff scheduling, documentation, and branch-level reporting.
Education
MBA - Business Analytics
Cardiff Metropolitan University
UK03-2026
Bachelor of Science - Management & Technical Science
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University
Sri Lanka01-2018
Skills
Operations & Leadership Business & Administrative Analytical & Digital
- Operations & Workforce Management
- Team Leadership (1,000 Personnel)
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Crisis & Emergency Coordination
- Compliance & Governance
- HR Administration & Workforce Planning
- Documentation & Executive Reporting
- Stakeholder & Cross-Agency Coordination
- Change Management & Continuous Improvement
- Business Process Mapping
- Data Analysis (Python – Beginner)
- MS Excel & Office Suite
- AI-Assisted Operations & Reporting
- Digital Marketing & Content Oversight
Accomplishments
Best Navy Officer Award – BSc Program
Timeline
Co-Founder & Operations Lead
Paara Clothing Inc.
01.2023 - 01.2025
Assistant Manager – Navy Hospitality Operations
Malima Hotel Chain
01.2021 - 12.2021
Operations & Administrative Leadership (Commissioned Officer)
Sri Lanka Navy & Coast Guard
01.2014 - 01.2025
Assistant Manager – Sales & Administration
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation
01.2012 - 12.2013
MBA - Business Analytics
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Bachelor of Science - Management & Technical Science
General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University