LAHIRU GARDIGE
Charlottetown,Canada
Summary
Innovative Technical Sales Representative relishes in opportunity to drive company success through effectively delivering great solutions. Friendly personality remains cool even in challenging environments. Exceptional technical knowledge backed by solid sales skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Sales Specialist
Fastenal Canada
Calgary, Alberta
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Supporting B2B sales and customer service activities
- Providing value to customers through a consultative sales approach
- Developing new and growing existing relationships from leads, referrals, and prospecting
- Performing local sales calls driving a company vehicle to customer sites
- Performing local sales calls driving a company vehicle to customer sites
Branch Operation Manager
Fastenal Canada
Delta, British Columbia
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Maintaining and controlling branch assets; specifically Accounts Receivables, Inventory, and Fleet
- Developing and training the operations team to achieve optimal business results as well as personal goals
- Sourcing, quoting, and purchasing new and existing products
- Receiving, inspecting, scanning, packing, and shipping product
- Participating in continuous improvement activities and implementing new business processes
- Coordinating and supporting deliveries for the branch utilizing a company vehicle
Supply Chain Associate
Fastenal Canada
Delta, British Columbia
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Analyzed historical demand data to forecast future product needs.
- Coordinated transportation of goods via air, land, or sea freight services according to customer requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory transactions.
Health and Safety Co-Ordinator
Cascadia Doors & Windows
Langley, British Columbia
12.2021 - 01.2022
- Responded quickly to employee complaints related to unsafe working conditions.
- Guided proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Maintained records of all health and safety training conducted throughout the year.
- Developed, implemented, and monitored safety policies and procedures for the company.
Bakery Production Line Worker
Monte Christo Bakery
Delta, British Columbia
05.2021 - 12.2024
- Prepared raw materials for production line operations.
- Make and bake different kinds of bakery products.
- Cleaning and sanitizing production machinery.
Electrical Engineer
Oreta Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
Kiribathgoda, Sri Lanka
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Determined power requirements for specific applications based on load calculations and other factors.
- Developed and implemented electrical engineering strategies, plans, and designs.
- Designed automated control systems using computer-aided software tools such as AutoCAD and DiaLux.
- Monitored project progress against established timelines in order to ensure timely completion.
- Performed troubleshooting of complex electrical systems to identify the root cause of issues.
Assistant Electrical Engineer
Oreta Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
Kiribathgoda, Sri Lanka
10.2018 - 12.2020
- Installed and maintained circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, and other electrical distribution equipment.
- Developed detailed installation plans including conduit routing, cable sizing, and termination details.
- Reviewed blueprints or specifications to determine materials needed for projects or repairs.
- Maintained records of work performed using appropriate computer software programs.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Technical Management and Services - Technical Management And Services
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Surrey, BC01.2023
MBA - Business Administration
London South Bank University
United Kingdom07.2016
B.Eng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering -
Coventry University
United Kingdom03.2014
Advanced Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering -
Auston Institute of Management
Singapore02.2013
Skills
- Project management
- Strong decision maker
- Complex problem solver
- Experienced in working with POS systems
- Sales analytics
- Inside sales
- Technical Presentations
- Post-sales support
- Competitive Analysis
Languages
- Sinhala - Native.
- English - IELTS English proficiency evaluated.
References
References available on request.
Projects
The impact of Employee Loyalty on Employee Engagement with special reference to Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC has been made according to the MBA Research. The indoor and remote outdoor weather monitoring and analyzing system was designed and implemented as the final year project at the bachelor's level. Researched based on Singer SIN X-450W7 mini laptop as an academic curriculum in the Product Development Strategies module.
Accomplishments
- The impact of Employee Loyalty on Employee Engagement with special reference to Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC has been made according to the MBA Research.
- The indoor and remote outdoor weather monitoring and analyzing system was designed and implemented as the final year project at the bachelor’s level.
- Researched based on Singer SIN X-450W7 mini laptop as an academic curriculum in the Product Development Strategies module.
Languages
English
Professional
Sinhala
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Technical Sales Specialist
Fastenal Canada
10.2023 - 04.2024
Branch Operation Manager
Fastenal Canada
03.2023 - 10.2023
Supply Chain Associate
Fastenal Canada
03.2022 - 03.2023
Health and Safety Co-Ordinator
Cascadia Doors & Windows
12.2021 - 01.2022
Bakery Production Line Worker
Monte Christo Bakery
05.2021 - 12.2024
Electrical Engineer
Oreta Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
01.2021 - 05.2021
Assistant Electrical Engineer
Oreta Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
10.2018 - 12.2020
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Technical Management and Services - Technical Management And Services
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
MBA - Business Administration
London South Bank University
B.Eng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering -
Coventry University
Advanced Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering -
Auston Institute of Management
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