Vinuka Hewagamage
Bristol,United Kingdom
Summary
Results-driven Operations Manager with expertise in logistics coordination, supply chain management, and operational optimisation. Enhanced business performance through effective use of retail software, POS systems, and e-commerce platforms while establishing strong vendor relationships. Committed to brand awareness and compliance with health and safety regulations, utilising strong presentation skills to achieve notable academic success in business-related modules.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Store Manager
Costcutter
Bristol
2023.08 - 2026.06
- Inventory management: Through careful observation and effective ordering procedures, I oversaw inventory control, and stock replenishment, and reduced stock loss.
- Visual Merchandising: Enhanced product exposure and consumer interaction via the design and upkeep of visually appealing shop layouts and displays.
- Customer satisfaction increased as a result of the high quality of customer service maintained and the timely handling and resolution of customer concerns.
- Well experienced in cash handling.
- 2 years and 11 months
Team Member
Subway
Bristol
2022.11 - 2026.06
- Greet customers with a smile during every shift and at entrances.
- Take orders and assist with menu questions using Subway guidance.
- Process cash transactions and follow food safety rules for meal assembly.
Education
BA(Hons) - International Business - Honours
University of The West of England
Bristol, United Kingdom 2022.09 - 2026.05
GCE Advanced Level - Combined Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
Lyceum International School
Gampaha, Sri Lanka 2021.01 -
GCE Ordinary Level - Business and Accounting Studies, Mathematics, Science, English, Information and Communication Technology, English, Appreciation of English Literary Texts, Religion, Sinhala Language and Literature
Lyceum International School
Gampaha, Sri Lanka 2017.01 -
NVQ Level 3 - Computing
IDP
Sri Lanka 2018.03 - 2019.03
Skills
- Logistics coordination
- Supply chain understanding
- Inventory management
- Stock control systems
- POS system operation
- Retail software usage
- E-commerce management
- Financial reporting
- Operational optimisation
- Vendor relationship building
- Sales Leadership
- Health and Safety regulations
- Market trend awareness
- Computer Literate
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Team leadership
- Team communication
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Decision-making confidence
- Presentation excellence
- Multitasking proficiency
- Communication effectiveness
Certification
- International Driving Licence
- Sri Lankan Driving Licence
- UK Provisional Driving Licence
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages – English – Fluent in both speaking and writing
Fluent
Sinhala - Fluent in both speaking and writing
Fluent
Hindi
Upper intermediate
Urdu
Upper intermediate
Russian
Intermediate
REFERENCES
- Catherine, Cai, Senior Lecturer in Strategy and International Management, Catherine.Cai@uwe.ac.uk
- Iresh, Magala, iresh_magala@yahoo.com, 07930168854, Newcastle under Lyme, United Kingdom
- Naleen, Jayamanne, Business Owner, naleen7@gmail.com, 07824904933, Bristol, United Kingdom
INTERESTS
- In essence, I am passionate about the complex interplay between corporate finance, marketing, and global supply chain management, all of which play a major role in a company's success. I find it exciting to work in these fields because I think they provide a special chance to use interdisciplinary knowledge and abilities, which will eventually increase the efficacy and success of any company doing business internationally.
- Badminton Player
WEBSITES, PORTFOLIOS, PROFILES
linkedin.com/in/Vinuka Hewagamage
Timeline
Store Manager
Costcutter
2023.08 - 2026.06
Team Member
Subway
2022.11 - 2026.06
BA(Hons) - International Business - Honours
University of The West of England
2022.09 - 2026.05
GCE Advanced Level - Combined Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
Lyceum International School
2021.01 -
NVQ Level 3 - Computing
IDP
2018.03 - 2019.03
GCE Ordinary Level - Business and Accounting Studies, Mathematics, Science, English, Information and Communication Technology, English, Appreciation of English Literary Texts, Religion, Sinhala Language and Literature
Lyceum International School
2017.01 -