Hardworking professional with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Strong worth ethic, adaptability, and exceptional organizational skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
Lanka Pvt Ltd.
01.2010 - 12.2023
Responsible for managing a company's overall operations
Driving profitability, and strategy including delegating and directing agendas
Managed the company's organizational structure, strategies and communicating with the board
Developed strategic plans and objectives to ensure organizational growth and profitability
Created financial models to forecast future business performance and identify areas of improvement
Established policies, procedures, and protocols to improve operational efficiency
Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, and partners
Led the recruitment process for executive-level positions within the organization
Oversaw all aspects of financial management, including budgeting and forecasting
Managed relationships with shareholders, stakeholders, customers, and other key constituents
Finished goods packaging/ labeling/ marketing and storage accordingly with production team
General Manager
Nadeeka Group of Companies
01.2006 - 01.2010
Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations
Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction
Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales
Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation
Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments
Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery
Assisted in the recruitment process by interviewing potential candidates for open positions
Trained employees in duties, policies, and procedures
Recruited, interviewed, and hired qualified staff for open positions
Created schedules and monitored payroll to remain within budget
Supervised employees through planning, assignments, and direction
Tracked monthly sales to generate reports for business development planning
Managed inventory levels and conducted corrective action planning to minimize long-term costs.
One World Foundation General Manager
One World foundation-Ayurweda Hotel
01.2001 - 01.2006
Oversaw several elements in the business including operating budgets and hiring staff
Improved efficiency and increased departmental profits while managing the company's overall operations
Launched promotions that could lead to more customers/members
Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction
Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales
Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation
Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery
Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
Kitchen Assistant
Hotel Rivera
Beruwala, Sri Lanka
04.1992 - 10.1992
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
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