
Timeline
About me
Logistics Manager @ Al Masaood Automobile | BBA | CSCMP - IMPC, WOPC | Demand & Planning, Inventory Optimization & Financial Oversight | Automotive Industry Specialist | Team Leader Driving Operational Excellence"
Education

Institute of chartered accountant of sri lanka
2004 - 2005Chartered foundation level business/commerce, generalChartered Accountancy - Foundation Level

St. john's college - colombo
2001 - 2003G.c.e - advance level business/commerce, generalG.C.E A/L

Jaipur national university
2021 - 2022Bachelor of business administration - bba business, management, marketing, and related support services first grade
Experience

Rodrigo associates (chartered accountants)
Oct 2003 - May 2006Senior auditor Auditing, Final Accounts, Tax Calculating (VAT, Income Tax, Payee Tax,Personal Tax) of Private Sector Organization. Preparing of Banking Auditing & Final Accounts, Finance Company Auditing & Final Accounts. Budget Preparation& Analyzing for the Private sector companies. Attending Interview with Inland Revenue Department for clearance of Income Tax, VAT, W.H.T, Final Accounts and Taken of new VAT certificates Starting & Maintaining accounts proper accounting & book keeping standard for the company Show less

Amal advertising (pvt) limited
Jun 2006 - Sept 2006Account assistant Verified accuracy of accounting documents or records such as invoices, account payable, etc Maintained data and information of accounting Kept and updated accounting journals, ledgers and others financial records Combined data and information for preparing various reports such as monthly and annually reports Performed data entry into computer systems using SAP programs

Mpw jayawardena & sons limited
Oct 2006 - Mar 2009Junior accountant Expert in financial analysis, taxation and accounting controls. Oversee period accounting close, report maintenance, account reconciliation’s and adjustments. Create balance sheets and profit / loss statements. Highly capable of diagnosing financial statements, finding problems and leading projects to produce streamlined solutions. Prepare departmental budgets and financial forecasts, ensuring that each division attains goals. Manage accounting processes for fixed assets and cost of goods sold. Prepare tax schedules and work with teams to complete supporting spreadsheets Show less

Almana & partners
Sept 2009 - Sept 2012Accountant Handled the tasks of managing the workflow of the department Responsible for analyzing & Reconcile creditors reports Ensured accurate payment posting & collecting documents before the month closing Responsible for monitoring cost centers for payments Coordinate with the purchasing & receiving before the processing payments Coordinated the revision of service codes, revenue codes, accounts between Financial Servicesand programs as needed to meet billing requirements Handled the responsibility of supervising the daily activities with the team Ensured that the data is entered in accordance with company guidelines Show less

Millennium & copthorne hotels
Oct 2013 - Oct 2015Account receivable• Daily wise Invoice preparing, sending & follow up the payment on time.• Handling & Controlling of PM Accounts& Daily City Ledger& Payment Allocations.• Posting of received Bank Transfers, Cheque & Cash Deposits • Reviewed & Reconciling of Daily Credit Card, Credit Card Payments & Allocations.• Reviewed & Reconciling Travel Agency & Group Commissions• Reviewed & Updating Travel Agency, Corporate Contracts & Credit Facility.• Maintained and control the debtors account daily wise • Handled the responsibility of reviewing and analyzing general ledger accounts for Month End and year-end closings • Responsible for reviewing aged receivables, preparing and submitting recommendations on write-off of bad debts to the credit Manager &Financial Director Show less

Al masaood automobiles
Nov 2015 - Jan 2025• Develops the strategy for the Logistics division and guides the development of a strategy for all reporting areas in line with the priorities defined with the Sales and Marketing Director.• Oversees the preparation of the annual budget and annual operating plan for the Logistics division and reporting areas, in alignment with the AMA budget and operating plans.• Manages the annual budget spend as per the annual operating plan for the Logistics division and monitors deviations.• Measures performance against financial and strategic KPls set for the Logistics division and provides guidance for the achievement of targets.• Plans and manages logistics, warehouse, inventory control and transportation.• Directs, optimizes and coordinates the full order cycle.• Liaise and negotiate with suppliers, manufacturers and retailers.• Keeps track of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs and efficiencies.• Resolves any arising problems or complaints.• Supervises, coaches and train warehouse workforce and administrators (stock controllers) Meets cost, productivity, accuracy and timeliness targets.• Maintains metrics and analyse data to assess performance and implement improvements.• Defines goals and key performance indicators for each member of the team and ensure effective implementation of the AMA performance management process.• Manages the team members by evaluating their performance, providing feedback on an on-going basis, identifying development needs and coaching them to ensure capability development. Show less - Lead and manage the Stock Control team to ensure smooth and efficient department operations.- Oversee the Manufacture Support Claim process, ensuring accurate and timely submission of documentation to OEMs, facilitating payments within the department's time frame.- Ensure timely vehicle shipment payments, monitor customs updates, and oversee the vehicle clearance process while supporting the department administrator.- Provide guidance and support to the team in achieving their individual KPIs, contributing to the department's overall performance goals.- Ensure the accurate creation of vehicle cost lines, manage cost adjustments, and prepare detailed month-end reports. Show less -Develop and maintain demand forecasts for vehicles and parts using historical data, market trends, and predictive analytics.-Conduct regular analysis of sales performance, seasonality, and external market factors.-Collaborate with supply chain and inventory management teams to ensure optimal stock levels.-Identify and address gaps between supply and forecasted demand.-Work closely with sales, marketing, production, and logistics teams to align forecasts with business goals.-Support new product launches with demand estimates and stock allocation plans.Prepare and present detailed reports and dashboards on demand forecasts, accuracy metrics, and market trends.-Recommend adjustments to production and inventory plans based on analysis.-Evaluate and refine forecasting models to improve accuracy and efficiency.-Stay updated on industry developments, market changes, and emerging forecasting technologies. Show less
Logistics Manager
Oct 2021 - Jan 2025Ass. Inventory Manager
Feb 2021 - Sept 2021Demand Planning Analyst
Nov 2015 - Feb 2021
Licenses & Certifications
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Understanding manual testing
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Supply chain foundations
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Six sigma: green belt
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Statistics foundations 1: the basics
LinkedinJan 2025 - View certificate

Lean six sigma foundations
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Supply chain foundations: managing the process
LinkedinDec 2024 - View certificate

Six sigma: white belt
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Process improvement foundations
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Supply chain basics for everyone
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Root cause analysis: getting to the root of business problems
LinkedinJan 2025
Languages
- enEnglish
- siSinhalese
- hiHindi
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