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Malithi Perera

Malithi Perera

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  • About me

    Fashion & Textile Product Development, Sourcing and Manufacturing

  • Education

    • The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

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      Passed Finalist

    • The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

      2010 - 2013
      CIMA Management Accounting Passed Finalist

    • Visakha Vidyalaya

      2000 - 2010
      Advanced Level Commerce

      Activities and Societies: English Broadcasting Unit, English Literary Association, Commerce Society

    • Heriot-Watt University

      2023 - 2024
      Master of Science - MS Fashion and Textile Management Distinction

      Activities and Societies: Student Ambassador at Heriot Watt University, Galashiels Campus Buyers Specification and Performance Testing, Materials, Brand Management, Design Thinking and Innovation, Business Enterprise and Research Methodologies.Dissertation: Assessment of fibre fragmentation caused by textile abrasion.

    • Northumbria University

      2011 - 2013
      Bachelor of Arts (BA) Business Administration and Management, General 1st Class Honours

  • Experience

    • Self-employed

      Aug 2010 - Nov 2020
      Private Tutor

      AL & OL BUSINESS STUDIES AND ACCOUNTINGPrivate tutoring for local and Edexcel/ Cambridge examinations.Lesson planning, comprehensive completion of the syllabus, revision, paper practice, feedback and discussions to ensure student progress.

    • EY

      Feb 2013 - Apr 2013
      Audit Trainee

    • The Hayleys Group (Hayleys PLC)

      Jul 2013 - Sept 2013
      Intern

      Role of supporting the BU manager which integrated finance and marketing analysis and driving projects with the team.

    • WNS Global Services

      Dec 2013 - Dec 2014
      Senior Associate- Operations

      Part of the Expense Management Team and was responsible for preparation of budgets, management reports, expense handling, headcount reports and expense reconciliations.

    • Marks and Spencer

      Dec 2014 - May 2021

      Strategic sourcing from the Sri Lankan garment supplier base and multiple fabric and trim suppliers across Asia, Turkey and Europe.Key accounts- M&S Womenswear (Autograph, Per Una, M&S Collection- dresses, woven tops, jersey tops, casual bottoms, formal bottoms and tailoring), M&S Lingerie (Rosie, Autograph, Knickers, and Vests), M&S Kids wear (Toddler, Older Girls, Older Boys and School Wear). Underwent a training process at Hirdarmani Group for hands on experience at the factory level.

      • Senior Merchandiser

        Jul 2019 - May 2021

      • Merchandiser

        Mar 2017 - Jul 2019

      • Assistant Merchandiser

        Jul 2015 - Mar 2017

      • Trainee Merchandiser

        Dec 2014 - Jul 2015

    • Business Management School

      Oct 2015 - Oct 2016
      Associate Tutor

      Providing pastoral support to students in the Business Degree program subjects and the dissertation project.

    • Hela Apparel Holdings

      May 2021 - Feb 2023
      Senior Merchandiser

      Management of the process within new business development collaborating with potential customer apparel brands in the UK, USA and Europe in product development, costing negotiation, sampling, fabric, embellishment, trim sourcing, critical path and vendor relationship management in Kids, Womens and Mens categories.

    • Heriot-Watt University

      Sept 2023 - Sept 2023
      Student Ambassador

      Involved in welcoming students during the freshers week for induction and supporting new students to attend all the activities throughout the week.

    • Barrie Knitwear

      Nov 2023 - Dec 2023
      Snipper

      Worked on Chanel, Barrie and Hermes products ensuring highest quality of production while improving manual technical skills.

    • Johnstons of Elgin

      Mar 2024 - now
      Sample Coordinator

      Product development of luxury knitwear for high-end clients across womenswear, menswear, childrenswear and accessories ensuring production feasibility and timely issue resolution.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • IELTS Academic

      IELTS Official
      Sept 2022