Supply Chain Executive – Lankem Ceylon PLC
Job Overview
Lankem Ceylon PLC is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive professional for the position of Supply Chain Executive. The successful candidate will coordinate day-to-day procurement activities, manage supplier relationships, process purchase orders, and ensure the timely availability of materials and services in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Position Details
- Job Title: Supply Chain Executive
- Company Name: Lankem Ceylon PLC
- Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
- Industry: Manufacturing / Supply Chain / Procurement
- Job Category: Supply Chain Management / Purchasing
- Required Experience: 1–3 years of relevant experience
- Application Deadline: Within 7 days of the advertisement (exact closing date not specified)
- Application Email: vacancies.hr@lankem.lk
- Employer Address: No. 98, Sri Sangaraja Mawatha, Colombo 10, Sri Lanka
Company Overview
Lankem Ceylon PLC is a Sri Lankan company operating across multiple industries. The company is looking for motivated professionals who can contribute to efficient procurement operations, effective supplier coordination, and continuous improvement within its supply chain activities.
Qualifications & Experience
Applicants should possess the following qualifications and experience:
- Bachelor’s degree or professional qualification in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Management, or a related field.
- One to three years of relevant experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations.
- Candidates with suitable qualifications and relevant internship experience may also be considered.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.
- Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems will be an added advantage.
- Strong communication, coordination, negotiation, and organisational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work within deadlines.
- A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Review approved purchase requisitions and process purchase orders in accordance with company procurement policies.
- Obtain quotations, compare supplier offers, and coordinate supplier selection according to approved procedures.
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of raw materials, packaging materials, and other required items.
- Work closely with factories, warehouse teams, divisional teams, and other internal stakeholders to confirm material requirements and delivery schedules.
- Monitor open purchase orders and follow up on overdue deliveries and pending supplier confirmations.
- Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, quotations, supplier communications, and supporting documents.
- Coordinate with Finance and Accounts Payable teams regarding supplier invoices, payment status, and required documentation.
- Support supplier registration, vendor master data updates, and procurement-related documentation.
- Monitor material shortages and escalate critical supply issues to relevant senior team members.
- Assist in preparing procurement reports, KPI updates, price comparisons, and management reports.
- Ensure compliance with procurement procedures, delegated approval limits, and ERP system requirements.
Required Skills
- Procurement and purchasing operations.
- Purchase order processing and supplier coordination.
- Quotation analysis and price comparison.
- Delivery scheduling and follow-up.
- Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems.
- Documentation and record management.
- Communication, negotiation, and organisational skills.
- Problem-solving and attention to detail.
- Teamwork and time management.
Salary & Benefits
The advertisement does not specify the salary or benefits package. Details may be discussed during the recruitment process.
How to Apply
Interested applicants are invited to submit their Curriculum Vitae (CV) together with the names of two non-related referees by email.
Email: vacancies.hr@lankem.lk
Email Subject: Supply Chain Executive
Application Deadline: Within 7 days of the advertisement.
Postal Address:
Deputy General Manager – HR
Lankem Ceylon PLC
No. 98, Sri Sangaraja Mawatha
Colombo 10, Sri Lanka
Important Notes
- Applicants should have relevant procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience.
- Suitable candidates with relevant qualifications and internship experience may also be considered.
- Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems is an advantage.
- Include the names of two non-related referees with your application.
- The company may conduct reference checks as part of the recruitment process.
- Lankem Ceylon PLC is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.
- Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted.
