Luwis Anthony Asanka

A confident, organized and highly motivated, professional over 8+ years of experience in various organizations. I am proficient and experienced in Procurement related duties under import procedures, Customer Service, People management which encompasses exceptional work ethics and commitment to organizational objectives within a highly competitive and rapidly changing marketplace. Proactive leader, team player and tactical planner with the ability to accurately understand business requirements and execute them as required.

Warehouse Operative - LIDL RDC

(2026-02)

• Picking items using a voice pick headset.
• Picking correct products and quantities from chilled locations.
• Meeting pick rate targets while maintaining accuracy.
• Keeping work areas clean and organised.

Warehouse Operative - ASDA CDC Bristol

(2023-03 - 2026-02)

• Picking items using a voice pick headset.
• Picking correct products and quantities from chilled locations.
• Meeting pick rate targets while maintaining accuracy.
• Keeping work areas clean and organised.

Procurement Executive - Advantis Engineering (Pvt) Ltd - Sri Lanka

(2020-01 - 2022-11)

• Overall supervision and coordination of procurement related queries while maintaining solid relationships with clients, buyers, and internal teams to ensure smooth operation.
• Preparation of Purchase orders on requisition for goods and services through the SAP system.

Procurement Coordinator – Import - KBSL Information Technologies Ltd - Sri Lanka

(2019-08 - 2020-08)

• Preparation in import shipping documents based on L/C and credit term while handling the process in regulatory approvals prior to importing IT equipment.
• Experienced in liaising with the parties to obtain the licenses from BOI, TRC, Controller of Imports and Exports as well as submitting relevant reports to the Board of Investments.
• Price negotiation with the suppliers and finalizing the sourcing process with the management.

Procurement Coordinator - Access Civimec (Pvt) Ltd - Sri Lanka

(2016-03 - 2019-03)

• Overall engagement in price negotiations with the suppliers and origin stations.
• Experienced in handling procedures and processes in tracking shipments and providing necessary information and guidance to the divisions and support services.

Assistant Manager – Imports & Exports - Srinko Enterprises (Pvt) Ltd - Sri Lanka

(2014-01 - 2015-04)

• Experienced in handling L/C documentation, preparation of commercial invoices, packing lists and BL's.
• Was responsible to liaise with banks, customs and related parties in coordinating and arranging certifications, shipping documents, and fulfilling the entire divisional duties.

Management Trainee - Access Engineering PLC - Sri Lanka

(2013-02 - 2013-08)

• Was responsible to maintain supplier registration and evaluating and purchasing the fixed assets and materials.
• Handled and monitored the purchasing orders, invoicing and Goods received notes in accordance with the procedures while attending to all the purchasing of lab and computer equipment.
• Experienced in negotiation and customer service to deal with various suppliers and parties.

B.Sc. Management Special - Logistics Management - National School of Business Management (2015)

Certificate - Operation Aspects of International Trade - Sri Lanka Export Development Board (2012)