Sanjeewa Leelarathna Welikandage
Wollongong,NSW
Summary
Manufacturing and supply chain professional with 17 years of experience in the food processing and beverage industry. Proven track record in food manufacturing, plant maintenance, warehousing, logistics, and quality assurance. Skilled in ERP systems (SAP) and various technical applications, with strong leadership and analytical capabilities. Committed to driving organizational success through innovative solutions and effective team collaboration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager- Production & Supply Chain
Jubilant FoodWorks Lanka Ltd. | Domino's Pizza
01.2021 - 05.2025
- Leads factory production and supply chain operations, overseeing comprehensive management of production processes, quality assurance, maintenance, procurement, inventory, and logistics for the central manufacturing unit and 50 restaurants, demonstrating expertise in large-scale operational management.
Plant Manager | Deputy General Manager
Varun Beverages Lanka (Pvt) Ltd | PepsiCo
09.2016 - 01.2021
- Streamlined global manufacturing operations, leading to marked enhancements in productivity and quality.
Reduced workplace incidents by 75% through promotion of continuous improvement and safety culture.
Developed and executed training programs and safety protocols to refine manufacturing processes.
Production Manager
Varun Beverages Lanka (Pvt) Ltd | PepsiCo
11.2013 - 08.2016
- Managed comprehensive production and operational activities for beverage bottling plants, including carbonated drinks and juices, and water
Established efficient planning processes that enhanced overall productivity.
Progressed to Plant Manager and Deputy General Manager roles through demonstrated leadership capabilities.
Showcased expertise in manufacturing operations with a focus on continuous improvement.
Shift Manager
CBL Foods International (Pvt) Ltd.
03.2007 - 11.2013
- Led production processes for biscuit plants, significantly improving both operational efficiency and quality.
Optimized large production floor operations while managing a diverse team.
Facilitated 20% growth in production output through efficient line management.
Drove 15% decrease in operational costs via lean manufacturing methodologies.
Production Officer
Noorani Estates Limited.
08.2006 - 03.2007
Internship
Ceylon Organic Agriculture (Pvt) Ltd.
01.2006 - 05.2006
Production Supervisor
Naturub Exports Int’l (Pvt) Ltd.
03.2001 - 11.2001
Education
B.Sc. - Food Science & Technology
University of Wayamba
Sri LankaPostgraduate Diploma - Manufacturing Management
University of Colombo
Sri LankaDiploma - Computer Hardware Engineering with Networking
Turnkey Computer Systems (Pvt.) Ltd.
Skills
- Production management
- Quality assurance
- Plant maintenance
- Warehousing and logistics management
- Supply chain optimization
- Process improvement
- Workplace safety and Team leadership
- Lean manufacturing
- Cost reduction
- Continuous improvement
Certification
- Certification in ISO, Food Safety, HACCP, and Global Food Standards | Sri Lanka Standards Institution and PepsiCo
- Certification in Human Resources Management | Institute of Personnel Management, Sri Lanka.
- Certification in Import and Export | The Corporate Campus, Sri Lanka.
- TPM and Lean Transformation | Jasteca Institute of Management, Sri Lanka.
- Lean Six Sigma for Warehousing and Supply Chain Management | RH Training and Development
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (Reading) | Gravitec Genesys, India
- Food Technology Training in Bakery, Confectionery | Cathy Rich Memorial Food Processing Centre.
References
To be provided upon request.
Awards
Annual Kaizen Award - CBL | Bronze Award for food safety - PepsiCo | Gold/Silver Award for business goals achievement - Domino’s | Chairman Award 2025 for exemplary contribution towards emerging international business - Domino’s
Timeline
Senior Manager- Production & Supply Chain
Jubilant FoodWorks Lanka Ltd. | Domino's Pizza
01.2021 - 05.2025
Plant Manager | Deputy General Manager
Varun Beverages Lanka (Pvt) Ltd | PepsiCo
09.2016 - 01.2021
Production Manager
Varun Beverages Lanka (Pvt) Ltd | PepsiCo
11.2013 - 08.2016
Shift Manager
CBL Foods International (Pvt) Ltd.
03.2007 - 11.2013
Production Officer
Noorani Estates Limited.
08.2006 - 03.2007
Internship
Ceylon Organic Agriculture (Pvt) Ltd.
01.2006 - 05.2006
Production Supervisor
Naturub Exports Int’l (Pvt) Ltd.
03.2001 - 11.2001
B.Sc. - Food Science & Technology
University of Wayamba
Postgraduate Diploma - Manufacturing Management
University of Colombo
Diploma - Computer Hardware Engineering with Networking
Turnkey Computer Systems (Pvt.) Ltd.
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