Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
SOCIAL LINKS
Languages
References
Timeline
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Sachini Wasana Samarakoon

21, Pibroch Avenue, Windsor Garden,SA

Summary

A creative and results-driven individual with a strong background in brand development, client relationship management, and campaign coordination. Known for excellent organizational skills, the ability to streamline processes, and a focus on driving impactful outcomes. Passionate about collaborating with teams to achieve business objectives and deliver measurable results that contribute to long-term success.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Marketing Manager

Mabulla Ceylon Agro (Pvt) Ltd
Colombo
02.2025 - 06.2025
  • Led pre-launch marketing strategy to elevate brand positioning and awareness.
  • Drove market research and cross-functional alignment for a high-impact launch.
  • Launched targeted campaigns and media plans to maximize engagement and visibility.

Assistant Brand Manager

Maliban Manufactories
Ratmalana
04.2024 - 01.2025
  • Led marketing strategy and product launches to drive brand growth and market impact.
  • Optimized campaigns through data and consumer insights across digital and offline channels.
  • Partnered cross-functionally to align execution and ensure product availability.

Loyalty Marketing Specialist

Spa Ceylon
Colombo
07.2023 - 04.2024
  • Directed loyalty and marketing strategies to maximize customer value and brand engagement.
  • Monitored platform performance, analyzed data, and reported insights to stakeholders.
  • Managed client relationships, and ensured the accuracy and integrity of customer data.

Category Manager - Grocery

Jay Kay Marketing (Keells Supermarkets)
Colombo
12.2022 - 07.2023
  • Drive performance: Optimize product mix, pricing, and placement for snacks, cereals, and spreads categories.
  • Segment shoppers, and use data: target key groups, and leverage analytics for growth.
  • Negotiate and execute promotions: secure trade funding, align with brands, and drive in-store sales.

Senior Executive

Lotus Technologies
Pelawatta
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Directed digital sales and brand campaigns across channels, driving growth.
  • Managed agency partnerships for on-time, high-impact campaigns.
  • Secured business opportunities, created proposals, and maintained a prospect database.

Internship - Brand Management

Nestle Lanka
Colombo
09.2021 - 04.2022
  • Responsible for planning and coordinating all outdoor branding activations, including modern trade category branding, promotional campaigns, and events.
  • Conducted consumer insights, and presented findings to improve brand strategies.
  • Boosted online presence via social media, e-commerce, and a new website.

Education

Master of Business Analytics -

University of Adelaide
Australia
01.2027

Professional Diploma - Digital Marketing

Asia Pacific Institution of Digital Marketing (APIDM)
Sri Lanka
01.2023

Bachelor of Arts - International Economics

University of Sri Jayewardenepura
Sri Lanka
01.2022

Postgraduate Diploma - Marketing

Charted Institute of Marketing
Sri Lanka
01.2018

Skills

  • Analytical Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Ability work in a challenging environment
  • Interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Computer Literacy Skills
  • Multi-tasking skills
  • Time Management

SOCIAL LINKS

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/sachini-wasana-samarakoon-53b575185/

Languages

English
Full Professional
Sinhala
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Marketing Manager

Mabulla Ceylon Agro (Pvt) Ltd
02.2025 - 06.2025

Assistant Brand Manager

Maliban Manufactories
04.2024 - 01.2025

Loyalty Marketing Specialist

Spa Ceylon
07.2023 - 04.2024

Category Manager - Grocery

Jay Kay Marketing (Keells Supermarkets)
12.2022 - 07.2023

Senior Executive

Lotus Technologies
05.2022 - 12.2022

Internship - Brand Management

Nestle Lanka
09.2021 - 04.2022

Master of Business Analytics -

University of Adelaide

Professional Diploma - Digital Marketing

Asia Pacific Institution of Digital Marketing (APIDM)

Bachelor of Arts - International Economics

University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Postgraduate Diploma - Marketing

Charted Institute of Marketing
Sachini Wasana Samarakoon