Manoj Yasarathne
Auckland
Summary
Results-driven professional prepared to bring blend of strategic vision and hands-on leadership to dynamic organization. Background includes managing multiple regions, driving operational improvements, and spearheading initiatives that align with company goals. Known for fostering team collaboration and consistently achieving results, with core skills in leadership and strategic planning.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Manager
Purple Door LLC
03.2017 - Current
- Spearheaded product development for innovative apparel, PPE, and accessories, fostering seamless collaboration with direct buyers and design teams in US and UK.
- Expertly managed end-to-end product lifecycle and critical path to guarantee timely delivery of 97% PO's , ensuring compliance with manufacturer standards and QA requirements aligned with brand policies
- Conducted meticulous product costing, optimizing margins through strategic costing techniques to enhance profitability and uphold P&L and ROI objectives.
- Led vendor management and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance with local laws while optimizing cash flow through net credit payment terms.
- Actively participated in trade exhibitions and roadshows, driving product sales and marketing initiatives, with strong emphasis on research and development.
- Negotiated delivery terms with logistics teams, expertly managing DDP, LDP, and FOB processes, including comprehensive export, import, and customs clearance operations.
Sales Manager
Newidea International
11.2023 - 04.2025
- Cultivated new business opportunities and accelerated sales growth by 20% through strategic networking in Australia, New Zealand, and UAE.
- Directed product development for cutting-edge apparel and accessories, fostering collaboration with direct buyers and design teams.
- Partnered with China team on product costing, ensuring optimal margins and implementing innovative techniques to boost profitability.
Merchandising Manager
Kenpark
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Led product development for innovative apparel, collaborating closely with direct buyers and design teams in UK.
- Conducted strategic product costing with factory teams, ensuring margin of +5% or above and employing techniques to enhance profitability..
Senior Merchandiser
MAS Holdings
10.2012 - 01.2016
- Spearheaded product development initiatives, overseeing salesman sample processes, costing meetings, and product risk analysis to less than 5% to enhance innovation and market readiness.
- Optimized sales, materials management, and procurement through SAP, leveraging GT Nexus for accurate pricing and PLM for seamless product development updates.
Development Merchandiser
Hirdaramani
06.2008 - 09.2012
- Played key role in product development and sample approval processes, ensuring alignment with market trends.
- Collaborated with design team on new design and product development costing, successfully achieving hit rate of 20% customer-selected designs.
Education
Higher Diploma - Strategic Management & Leadership
OTHM Level 7 (London UK) - Capital Business College
Sri Lanka01.2022
Advance Diploma - Business Management
LMQ Level 5(London, UK)-Kensley College
Sri Lanka01.2014
Advance Certificate - Business Management
LMQ Level 4(London, UK)-Kensley College
Sri Lanka01.2010
Certificate - Merchandising Management and Textile
C.I.T.I
Sri Lanka01.2008
Skills
- Staff management
- Operational management
- New business development
- Sales development
- Vendor management
- Cost reduction
- Order management
- International relations
- Negotiation
Timeline
Sales Manager
Newidea International
11.2023 - 04.2025
Regional Manager
Purple Door LLC
03.2017 - Current
Merchandising Manager
Kenpark
02.2016 - 02.2017
Senior Merchandiser
MAS Holdings
10.2012 - 01.2016
Development Merchandiser
Hirdaramani
06.2008 - 09.2012
Higher Diploma - Strategic Management & Leadership
OTHM Level 7 (London UK) - Capital Business College
Advance Diploma - Business Management
LMQ Level 5(London, UK)-Kensley College
Advance Certificate - Business Management
LMQ Level 4(London, UK)-Kensley College
Certificate - Merchandising Management and Textile
C.I.T.I
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