KALPANI WIJEKOON
MODBURY,SA
Summary
Forward-thinking Product Developer offering to problem-solve and collaborate with clients and company executives. Proficient at setting long-term goals, following through with high-quality customer service and long-term relationships. Adept at listening to consumer needs and following modern trends for top-of-the-line, innovative development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Product Developer
MAS Holdings
Colombo
08.2022 - 11.2024
- Strategically managed and strengthened high-value relationships, serving as the primary liaison for Gap Inc., Target, M&S, Lacoste, Lululemon, and Patagonia accounts, with a net sale of $12 million.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams such as engineering, sales, marketing, operations. to ensure successful implementation of projects.
- Modified and refined designs to conform with customer specifications, production limitations or changes in design trends.
- Investigated product's safety and handling qualities and ways of distribution, usage and maintenance.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations pertaining to safety and environmental protection while developing a product.
- Managed supply chain from materials to production.
Supply Chain Specialist
MAS Holdings
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Developed and maintained a sustainable supply chain program, focusing on environmental and social responsibility.
- Coordinated product launches, ensuring supply chain readiness to support market entry strategies.
- Kept adequate supply flow to meet production needs.
- Managed, analyzed and responded to shortage processes.
- Sourced vendors, negotiated prices and set up delivery schedules.
Buyer
NORWOOD FASHIONS
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Analyzed sales data and market trends to forecast purchasing needs and optimize inventory.
- Participated in supplier calls to define component deliveries, meeting scheduled production dates.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to understand material requirements and ensure timely delivery.
- Participated in negotiations with vendors concerning prices, delivery schedules, warranties and other contractual issues.
Education
MBA - International Business Analytics
University of South Australia
12-2026
Charted Post Graduate in Professional Marketing - Marketing
CHARTED INSTITUTE OF MARKETING
06-2019
Post Graduate Diploma - Marketing
Sri Lanka Institute Of Marketing
04-2018
Skills
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Vendor relationship management
- Technical design
- Innovative thinking
- Product development expertise
- Software development fundamentals
- Marketing and sales support
- Pricing strategy development
- Market research proficiency
- Product launch strategies
- Strategic planning
- Customer needs analysis
- Data-driven decision making
Education and Training
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Reference
Amanda Perera
Fruit and Veg team member, Woolworths Riverton, 0481761912
amanda159@yahoo.com
Stephanie Perera (EMP No:1413756)
Fresh Service team member, Woolworths TTP, 0434429624
stephanieperera724@yahoo.com
Timeline
Senior Product Developer
MAS Holdings
08.2022 - 11.2024
Supply Chain Specialist
MAS Holdings
10.2020 - 08.2022
Buyer
NORWOOD FASHIONS
01.2019 - 07.2020
MBA - International Business Analytics
University of South Australia
Charted Post Graduate in Professional Marketing - Marketing
CHARTED INSTITUTE OF MARKETING
Post Graduate Diploma - Marketing
Sri Lanka Institute Of Marketing
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