Shamindi Fernando
@shamindifernando
Management graduate experienced in sales, distribution, and operations, seeking growth-oriented remote roles.
Sri LankaWhat I'm looking for
I am a forward-thinking management graduate with hands-on experience managing sales, distribution, logistics, inventory control, and customer relationships in the footwear industry. I have progressed from management trainee to Assistant Sales & Distribution Manager, supporting production planning, quality assurance, outsourcing, invoicing, and management reporting while training retail staff and POS operators.
I bring strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, POS systems and Canva, fluency in English and Sinhala, and soft skills in adaptability, teamwork, active listening, and planning. I am seeking a remote opportunity where I can contribute to business operations, brand or digital initiatives, and leadership development while continuing professional growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Assistant Sales & Distribution Manager
Sirimal Footwear Industries
Apr 2020 - Present (5 years 10 months)
Manage sales, distribution, logistics and inventory control for footwear products, supporting outsourcing, production planning and quality assurance while maintaining customer accounts and invoicing.
Assistant Sales Manager
Sirimal Footwear Industries
Jan 2017 - Mar 2020 (3 years 2 months)
Supported daily sales operations, deliveries and cash handling across multiple retail outlets and trained/supervised retail staff to improve customer satisfaction and sales performance.
Management Trainee
Sirimal Footwear Industries
Jan 2016 - Jan 2017 (1 year)
Trained in business operations, management principles and footwear design/pattern making, gaining foundational experience in operations, planning and decision-making.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
CUCoventry University
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Management & Leadership
Grade: Second Upper Class
BA (Hons) in Management & Leadership awarded with Second Upper Class in July 2025.
National Institute of Business Management (NIBM)
Higher National Diploma, Business Management
2023 - 2024
Grade: GPA 3.52 (Merit)
Higher National Diploma in Business Management completed May 2023 to June 2024 with a GPA of 3.52 (Merit).
National Institute of Business Management (NIBM)
Advanced Diploma, Business Management
2022 - 2023
Grade: GPA 3.95 (Distinction)
Advanced Diploma in Business Management completed February 2022 to May 2023 with a GPA of 3.95 (Distinction).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Sri LankaAuthorized to work in
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