Purchasing Manager Procurement
Resume:
CURRICULUM VITAE OF SAMITHA DINESH
PERSONNEL STATEMENT:
I have started my career in the purchasing field and posses more than 25 years of experience in the Administration & Supply Chain Management, of which 15 years in supervisory / managerial capacity in Manufacturing / Aviation/Logistics & Healthcare industries. Hence, I am look forward to work in a suitable position as per my experience and qualifications.
KEY SKILLS:
Excellent Communication skills
Ability to prioritise, use initiative and a good team player
Experience in managing field of Purchasing & Materials Management in an efficient manner.
Hands on experience in the SAP, Maximo, Oracle & Micro Soft Dynamics ERP Systems.
Ability to streamline and administration of Supply Chain Management.
Operations Management, HR & Administration and Assets Management related responsibilities
CAREER SUMMARY:
In summary, I have started my career in the purchasing field and later on gained experience in all areas of warehousing and Inventory Control activities and posses more than 22 years experience in the Materials Management field of which 12 years in Supervisory and Managerial capacities.
In U.A.E., Employed at Corniche Hospital, Abu Dhabi in 1996 as a Senior Buyer (Procurement Supervisor) responsible for Medical, Tech/Maintenance & Engineering Purchases and worked for a period of 02 years.
In 1998, promoted to Purchasing & Contracts Manager in addition to the additional responsibility of Deputy Supplies Manager (Materials Manager) and worked until 2005.
In 2005 joined as the Supply Chain Manager cum Sub Contracts Manager at Alan Dick Middle East, U.K. in Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai and worked till 2006.
From 2006 to 2015, worked at of SEHA - Al Gharbia Hospitals, Abu Dhabi as Regional Inventory Controller, Regional Procurement Manager and setup the Regional Procurement Division under new entity of SEHA.
In March' 2015, I have joined ADNOC Medical Services as the Supplies Supervisor and later reassigned as the Senior Officer – Pharmaceuticals / Supplies and worked till August’2017.
In December’2017, joined M.M. Noorbhoy Group as the Stores Manager and later promoted as the Commercial & Supply Chain Manager and worked till December’2018.
In December’2018, joined Tree Top Hospital, Maldives as the Senior Procurement Manager Overall In charge of Supply Chain Management & worked till April 2019. Presently, I am working as the Supply Chain Manager at M.M. Noorbhoy & Company, Colombo.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) – OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) – India
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA) – BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Madurai Kamaraj University (MKU) - India
GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION (GCE) – ADVANCED LEVEL
Nalanda College, Colombo 10 – Sri Lanka
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION & MEMBERSHIP:
CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL PURCHASING MANAGER (CPPM)
American Purchasing Society (APS) - USA
CERTIFIED PURCHASING PROFESSIONAL (CPP)
American Purchasing Society (APS) - USA
CERTIFICED INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL CONTRACTS MANAGER (CICCM)
International Purchasing & Supply Chain Management Institute (IPSCMI) – USA
LIFE MEMBERSHIP since 2001 – Membership # L/1128/CO
Indian Institute of Materials Management (IIMM) – Cochin Branch - INDIA
ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP since 1995 – Membership # A/1995/225
Institute of Supply & Materials Management (ISMM) – SRI LANKA
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
2004 MATERIALS MANAGEMENT Diploma
All India Institute of Management Studies (AIIMS), India
2012 PROJECTS MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (PMP) Certificate
New Horizons Training Institute, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E
1994 PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT Certificate
Institute of Personnel Management (IPM), Sri Lanka
1991 STORES MANAGEMENT Certificate
Institute of Supply & Materials Management (ISMM), Sri Lanka
1999 ISO 9001 QUALITY INTERNAL AUDITOR Certificate
AOQC Moody, United Kingdom
ERP SYSTEM EXPERIENCE:
SAP - ERP SYSTEM - Procurement, Contract & Materials Management Modules
MAXIMO – ERP System - Supplies, Inventory Planning & Distribution Modules
ORACLE – ERP System - Purchasing, Inventory & Distribution Modules
M.S. GREAT PLAINS FINANCIALS - Purchasing & Distribution Module
HOSPITAL COMMISSIONING / PROJECTS & MANAGEMENT
COMMISSIONING TEAM MEMBER - Purchasing & Materials Management
New Muscat Private Hospital – Bausher, Sultanate of Oman in 1998
COMMISSIONING TEAM MEMBER – Supplies & Materials Management
New Kingdom Hospital – Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2000
Handing/Taking Over In Charge - Setting up Warehouse & Materials Mgt.
Al Khafji Hospital – Al Khafji, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2003
PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT / OFFICE ADMINISTRATION CAREER IN DETAILS:
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER – (Hardware / Pantry Accessories/Units / Engineering / Projects)
M.M. NOORBHOY & COMPANY – COLOMBO – SRI LANKA (From April 2019 to-date)
Mainly responsible for all operational activities of Supply Chain, Administration & Logistics areas
Meeting warehouse operational standards by contributing warehouse information to strategic plans and reviews, resolving problems, and identifying warehouse system improvements
Moving merchandise by scheduling materials to be moved to and from warehouse, and coordinating inventory transfers with related branches in retails and distribution
Maintaining storage area by organizing floor space, adhering to storage design principles, and recommending improvements
Maintaining inventory by conducting monthly physical counts, reconciling variances, and inputting data
Maintaining receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing program, operational and MMN policies and procedures
Safeguarding warehouse operations & contents by establishing & monitoring security procedures
Completing warehouse operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees.
Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures
Ensure stock is adequate for all distribution channels and can cover direct demand for customers orders
Updating system on daily deliveries and shipments to reconcile inventory
Monitor and Analyze data to forecast future needs based on consumption patterns
Evaluate suppliers to achieve cost-effective deals and maintain good relationships
Collaborate with warehouse employees and other staff to ensure business goals are met
Set up schedules for the warehouse; monitor staff performances, and conduct reviews
SENIOR PROCUREMENT MANAGER – (Healthcare / Engineering/Food & Beverages/Catering & Services)
TREE TOP HOSPITAL – HULHUMALE - MALDIVES (From Dec 2018 to April 2019)
Preparation Quotations/Tenders, Evaluation Reports & Awarding
Determines most effective supply channels by comparison of local/overseas prices.
Effect action on medical consumables & Drugs/Pharmaceuticals from Overseas Markets
Compiling Technical Evaluation Reports on all Capital Equipment purchases
Negotiate with successful bidders to obtain best prices & discounts from time to time
Negotiate with suppliers on supply plan & delivery commitments
Monitoring processing of Purchase Requisitions for items reaches re-order levels
Monitor performance of delivery and expediting of goods on regular basis
Provide leadership and decision making support to both departments
Key Performance Indicators (KPI) targets to achieve on monthly basis
Manage Staff training programs and performances as per agreed targets
Attending to Non-moving and or expired goods for disposal action
Monitoring Sub Store transfers to respective departments on time
Attending to user departments special requirements on time
COMMERCIAL MANAGER – (Engineering / Projects / Services)
M.M. NOORBHOY & COMPANY – COLOMBO – SRI LANKA (From Dec 2017 to Dec 2018)
Supervises all Supplies, Customer Services and Logistics staff.
Attending & coordinating with evaluation of offers, compiling comparative Statements.
Preparation of Purchase Requisition related reports on monthly basis, submit to the directorate.
Determines most effective supply channels by comparison of market prices regularly.
To monitor processing of standing orders based on call up basis.
Monitor performance of Purchase contracts & ensure timely delivery of Call-Up Orders.
Prepare & submit monthly Consumption Reports on all receipts and issues.
Monitors the consumption of items by user departments.
Managing logistics related consignments from time to time
Monitoring Purchase Requisitions and delivery of goods on time.
Monitoring and evaluation of movement of goods within the warehouses
Disposal action on non-moving stocks as appropriate.
Managing Supplies related responsibilities on all Fixed Assets within the Unit
SENIOR OFFICER – SUPPLIES & PHARMACEUTICALS – (Healthcare / Engineering/Services)
ADNOC MEDICAL SERVICES, ABU DHABI – UAE (From Mar 2015 to Aug 2017)
Supervises all Supplies staff.
Attending & coordinating with technical committees on evaluation of offers, compiling technical reports.
Preparation of Purchase Requisition Status Reports on weekly basis to be submitted to Administration.
Determines most effective supply channels by comparison of market prices regularly.
To monitor processing of Call-Up orders based on existing stock levels for replenishment.
Monitor performance of Purchase contracts & ensure timely delivery of processed Call-Up Orders.
Prepare & submit monthly Consumption Reports on all receipts and issues transactions of Medical, Laboratory, Radiology & Dental warehouses.
Monitors the level of issues and consumption of items by user departments.
Managing Long Term Price Agreements (LTPA) and advising processing of release orders
Processing of Purchase Requisitions as and when goods require re-ordering or to purchase of new items.
Monitoring and evaluation of sub store stock levels with the requisitions received for replenishment
Disposal action on expired/non moving stocks as appropriate.
Managing Supplies related responsibilities on all Fixed Assets within the Unit
ACT. REGIONAL PURCHASING MANAGER / SENIOR PURCHASING OFFICER / (Healthcare / Eng. & Projects)
SEHA – AL GHARBIA HOSPITALS – ABU DHABI – UAE (From Sep 2006 to Feb 2015)
Implementation of best practices on cost effective and efficient purchase process
Floating of Limited Tenders/Request For Quotes, Scheduling and Evaluation of offers
Preparation of Public Tenders, Preparation of Evaluation Reports & Award of Tenders
Determines most effective supply channels by comparison of local/overseas prices.
Scheduling and Evaluation of Technical offers
Compiling Technical Evaluation Reports on all Capital Equipment Tenders
Negotiate with successful bidders to obtain on best prices on required supplies
Managing and administration of Services and Supplies related Contracts
Negotiate with suppliers on supply plan & delivery commitments
Support Services contract arrangements & award for facility Maintenance & Contarct services
Monitor performance of contracts based on agreed deliverables
Provide leadership and decision making support to sections and employees
Key Performance Indicators (KPI) targets to achieve on monthly basis
Manage Staff training programs and performances as per agreed targets
Compliance with SEHA Procurement policies and procedures at all time
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER / SUB CONTRACTS MANAGER (Engineering /Services & Projects)
ALAN DICK MIDDLE EAST, UK. – JAFZA - DUBAI – UAE (From Aug 2005 to Jul 2006)
Supervises all purchasing, warehouse and Logistics staff.
Collaborates with departmental staff to ensure adequate provision of all types of supplies to user departments.
Floating of Tenders/Request For Quotes, Scheduling and Evaluation of offers
Preparation and Award of Annual contracts.
Maintains good relationship with Freight Forwarding Agents to facilitate clearance.
Determines most effective supply channels by comparison of local/overseas prices.
Ensures that price information for all stocks held is updated.
Involving with sub contractors on service contract preparation and negotiations
Attending to Contract management and Administration
Ensure all proper documentation for receipts by air or sea freight.
Prepares monthly report on consumption of goods issued & received at warehouse.
Advises the Purchasing section when goods require re-ordering
Monitors stock expiry dates closely to identify obsolete stock items and ensures disposed action.
Supervises Supply Chain staff to ensure PO processing
Monitoring the Expediting of Purchase Orders.
PURCHASING MANAGER / DEPUTY SUPPLIES MANAGER ((Healthcare / Engineering / Projects & Services)
SEHA - CORNICHE HOSPITAL, ABU DHABI – UAE (From Jul 1996 to Jul 2005)
Supervises all purchasing and warehouse staff.
Floating of Tenders/Enquiries, Scheduling, Evaluation and preparation of contracts.
Preparation of Purchase Savings Reports to the Management for Financial Reports.
Determines most effective supply channels by comparison of market prices regularly.
Calling Tenders Freight clearance & Forwarding and signing of annual contract.
Prepare and Negotiating Hospital Service related Contracts
Monitor performance of contracts & ensure timely deliveries as agreed
Ensures that price information for all stocks held is updated.
Prepares monthly report on consumption of goods of warehouses/direct purchases.
Monitors the level of issues and consumption reports of user departments.
Advises the Purchasing section when goods require re-ordering.
Monitoring proper documentation on air/sea freight and customs clearance
Responsible for facility operations and maintenance work
Disposal action on expired/non moving stocks as appropriate.
Liaises with the overseas Purchasing Contractors.
CHIEF SUPPLIES & STORES CLERK (Engineering / Services / Maintenance & Projects)
AIRPORT & AVIATION SRI LANKA - COLOMBO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (From Apr 1993 to Jun 1996)
Supervises purchasing & warehouse clerical staff.
Collaborates with staff to ensure adequate provision of supplies to all depts.
Attending to calling quotations, Scheduling and Evaluation of offers received.
Maintains adequate stock records, provisioning receipts/issue controls for all goods processed.
Ensures that price information for all stocks held is updated.
Monitors the level of issues and consumption reports of user departments.
Expedites Purchase Orders as necessary.
Maintains & updates stock control records and ensures accurate stock levels.
Ensures proper documentation for receiving goods.
Attending to preparation of Purchase Orders.
Maintenance & Update of Purchase, Leave & Attendance Register of Supply & Stores Division.
SENIOR PURCHASING ASSISTANT (Engineering & Technical Maintenance)
CEYLON GLASS COMPANY LIMITED – RATMALANA - SRI LANKA (From Apr 1984 to Sep 1992)
Floating of Tenders/Enquiries, Scheduling, Evaluation and preparation of contracts.
Determines most effective supply channels by comparison of market prices regularly.
Calling Tenders Freight clearance & Forwarding and signing of annual contract.
Liaises with the overseas Purchasing Contractors.
Attending to preparation of Purchase Orders.
Updating Purchase Register
Attending to Collection of goods where necessary.
PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT ERP SYSTEMS PROJECTS IMPLEMENTATIONS:
SAP Super User – SAP-ECC and SAP-Ariba System at Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Abu Dhabi
Member of SAP ERP Procurement team during implementation by ‘Accenture’ at Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Abu Dhabi, project commenced in May 2016 & started live in January’ 2017.
SCM Team Member of Oracle Financials ERP system implementation and represented SEHA Al Gharbia Hospitals at Abu Dhabi Health Services Corporate Office (SEHA), Abu Dhabi in 2014
Supply Chain Management Leader for MS GREAT PLAINS / MS DYNAMICS ERP System implementation at CORNICHE HOSPITAL, Abu Dhabi in 2005.
QUALITY ACCREDITATION & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT INITIATIVES & IMPLEMENTATIONS
Successfully completed the ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor Course at SGS Lanka, Colombo in 2018.
Participated in the 7th Middle East Quality Management in Healthcare – Cleveland Clinic - USA
Lead the ISO 9001 implementation team in Al Gharbia Hospitals – Support Services Division in 2014.
Management Coordinator of ISO 9001: 2008in Al Gharbia Hospitals – Support Services Division
Leading member of the ISO 9001:2005 accreditation team in Alan Dick Middle East, Dubai
Posses more than 07 years experience as an ISO 9001 Quality Internal Auditor.
Lead the Preliminary team on TOP-UP System implementation in Health Authority managed Hospitals in the Western Medical District in 2006
Successfully implemented TOP-UP System/Department Sub Store in Al Corniche Hospital, Abu Dhabi in 1998
Lead the Centralization of all Purchasing areas in the Corniche Hospital under Supplies Department in 1997
successfully implemented Computerisation of Bio Medical, Laboratory & Engineering Warehouses in Corniche Hospital in 1997
PERSONEL DETAILS:
Name: Mr. M. Samitha Dinesh Wickramasuriya
Nationality: Sri Lankan
Present Employment: Working as the Supply Chain Manager at M.M. Noorbhoy & Co., Colombo 02.
Civil Status: Married (Male)
Address: No.136/1B, Temple Road, Katubedda. Moratuwa
Total Experience: More than 25 Years of experience in Purchasing/Supply Chain/Operations Management fields where more than 20 years in the Hospitals.
Highest Educational Qualifications: Master / Bachelor of Business Administration (MBA/BBA)
Required Notice Period: One (01) Month
Contact Details: Mob: 076-******* / Email: ********@*******.*** *****************@*****.***
Driving License: Sri Lanka
NON RELATED REFEREES:
(1) Dr. Vinya Ariyaratna – President – Sarvodaya Shramadana Sangamaya - Mobile: 077 – 341 3724
(2) Senior Professor Upul Sonnadara - Dean - Faculty of Science, University of Colombo–Mobile: 071-***-****
I do hereby certify that the information furnished by me is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. In the event being selected to a suitable post, I wish to state that I will discharge my duties to the entire satisfaction of my superiors and for the well-being of the organisation.
Best Regards.
SAMITHA DINESH WICKRAMASURIYA
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