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Manager
Prabath Fernando
Open To Work

Prabath Fernando

East Gosford,NSW

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Product ManagerSales RepresentativeCustomer Service Representative

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: East Gosford, NSW, AU
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$70000/yr - $120000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionCareer advancementCompany Culture

Summary

Results-driven professional with expertise in key account management and revenue growth strategies. Proven track record in enhancing market presence through effective communication and client relationship management.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Coco House Pvt Ltd
Colombo, , Sri Lanka
08.2021 - 11.2025
  • Drove revenue growth by managing key accounts in overseas markets via email / phone calls.
  • Achieved sales targets consistently to support uninterrupted production.
  • Developed and executed marketing plans to enhance market presence.
  • Development of diverse communication materials for sales representatives, customers, and other stakeholders
  • Oversaw export/import procedures and ensured customs documentation compliance.
  • Coordinated logistics arrangements with shipping lines and transporters.
  • Facilitated procurement of raw materials through supplier collaboration.
  • Evaluated financial risks related to export funds to minimize exchange losses.

Manager

Ceylon Coco Green Manufacturing Pvt Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
02.2020 - 07.2021
  • Managed key accounts to enhance client relationships and drive sales growth via emails and calls.
  • Developed and promoted coconut products in local and international markets.
  • Executed raw material purchasing and production planning for timely order fulfillment.
  • Handled export/import documentation and customs paperwork for compliance.
  • Coordinated with shipping lines and transporters to ensure efficient export logistics.
  • Recovered payments and managed the financial aspects of the business.
  • Created a comprehensive marketing plan that expanded the export operation.

Product Manager

Expolanka Holdings
Colombo, Sri Lanka
07.2015 - 01.2020

- Managed key accounts, driving customer satisfaction and repeat business.

- Developed new overseas markets for coconut products, boosting international presence.

- Recruited organic coconut suppliers to enhance product diversity.

- Coordinated shipments, liaising directly with shipping lines and transporters.

- Handled export documentation and navigated Customs procedures effectively.

- Collaborated with quality assurance, operations, and warehousing teams to maintain standards.

- Planned business promotions and demand-supply strategies to meet targets.

- Spearheaded key account management initiatives, ensuring optimal client engagement.

- Opened new international markets for coconut products, increasing export reach.

- Secured reliable suppliers of organic coconut products for consistent supply chain.

- Arranged shipments through direct coordination with logistics partners.

- Executed export documentation and Customs processes seamlessly.

- Worked closely with quality assurance and operations teams to ensure product integrity.

- Organized promotional activities and demand planning to achieve sales targets.

- Developed export business strategy for Gulf, Europe, USA, Canada & Australia, generating USD 250,000 monthly turnover.

- Enhanced key account management practices, fostering strong customer relations.

- Pioneered market entry of coconut products into new international territories.

- Established partnerships with new organic coconut suppliers for increased inventory variety.

- Managed logistics by liaising directly with shipping lines and arranging shipments.

- Oversaw export documentation and streamlined Customs procedures efficiently.

- Engaged with quality assurance, operations, and warehousing to uphold service excellence.

- Executed strategic business promotions and demand forecasting to achieve objectives.

- Implemented a short-term marketing plan for export growth in multiple regions, resulting in USD 250,000 monthly turnover.

Manager

Marina Foods Pvt Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
06.2008 - 06.2015
  • Executed sales and marketing initiatives to elevate brand presence.
  • Identified global market opportunities, and formulated impactful brand-building strategies.
  • Developed strategies for new markets to increase brand awareness and engagement.
  • Planned marketing activities while overseeing production planning processes.
  • Collaborated with the purchasing team to determine raw material and packaging needs.
  • Managed import/export documentation, and coordinated logistics with shipping lines.

Sales Representative

NMK International trading Pvt Ltd
Colombo, Sri Lanka
06.2003 - 05.2008
  • Developed new business opportunities through strategic contract establishment.
  • Arranged shipments tailored to customer specifications, ensuring timely delivery.
  • Tracked payments related to shipments, including LC payments, and bank charges.
  • Maintained comprehensive sales and purchase reports for operational insights.
  • Prepared detailed reports for top management to inform decision-making.
  • Assisted the import/export team with customs documentation, enhancing operational efficiency.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing - Marketing Management

Chartered Institute of Marketing
United Kingdom
08-2012

Skills

  • Key account management
  • Revenue growth strategies
  • Export documentation and customs compliance
  • Market analysis
  • Client relationship management

Affiliations

Business development visits to meet customers and promote products:
2008 - Ghana & Dubai - customer visits
2008 - Paris, France - Sial food exhibition
2009 - Cologne, Germany - Anuga food exhibition
2010 - Malaysia - Introductory course on trading and marketing of palm oil 2012 - Paris, France - Sial food exhibition
2013 - Dubai, UAE - Gulfood exhibition
2014 - Sao Paulo, Brazil - Sial food exhibition
2016 - Nuremberg, Germany - Biofach food exhibition
2016 - Melbourne, Australia - Fine Food Exhibition
2016 - Paris, France - Sial food exhibition
2017 - Nuremberg, Germany - Biofach food exhibition
2017 - Cologne, Germany - Anuga food exhibition
2018 - Paris, France - Sial food exhibition
2019 - Sydney, Australia - Fine Food Exhibition
2019 - Cologne, Germany - Anuga food exhibition
2021 - Nuremberg, Germany - Biofach food exhibition
2022 - Paris, France - Sial food exhibition
2023 - Nuremberg, Germany - Biofach food exhibition
2023 - Cologne, Germany - Anuga food exhibition
2024 - Nuremberg, Germany - Biofach food exhibition
2024 - Kunming, China - Kunming Trade exhibition
2025 - Amsterdam, Netherlands - PLMA exhibition
2025 - Cologne, Germany - Anuga food exhibition.

Timeline

Manager

Coco House Pvt Ltd
08.2021 - 11.2025

Manager

Ceylon Coco Green Manufacturing Pvt Ltd
02.2020 - 07.2021

Product Manager

Expolanka Holdings
07.2015 - 01.2020

Manager

Marina Foods Pvt Ltd
06.2008 - 06.2015

Sales Representative

NMK International trading Pvt Ltd
06.2003 - 05.2008

Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing - Marketing Management

Chartered Institute of Marketing
Prabath Fernando