Gihan Dunukara

Assistant Import Merchandiser Buyer @Moto Direct Ltd Bihr Uk

South Normanton, GB

Monitor UK & EU warehouse stock levels in collaboration with the demand team, utilizing inventory & production planning strategies to place orders and maintain optimal stock levels across the UK, France, and Spain.Assist in onboarding new suppliers and products by setting up vendors, SKUs, and colour/size variants in Microsoft Dynamics, ensuring efficient merchandise system management and seamless integration into internal processes.Maintain and update vendor records to align with pricing & markdown strategies, adjusting cost pricing, margins, retail prices, dealer pricing, and shipping terms to support profitability and market competitiveness.Generate purchase orders based on demand forecasts, applying budget & cost control measures to ensure cost-effective procurement and maintain financial accuracy.Track stock movements, supplier lead times, and sales trends, leveraging data analysis & reporting to provide actionable insights that drive efficient purchasing and inventory management.Support the merchandising team with range planning & merchandising, ensuring accurate product availability updates and contributing to the execution of seasonal product launches.Strengthen stakeholder management by liaising with key suppliers, including Troy Lee Designs, Fly Racing, OGIO, Oakley, Bell Helmets, PinLock, and Scott, to monitor order progress and mitigate potential supply chain risks.Utilize critical path & performance monitoring techniques to track supplier lead times, manage inbound shipments, and coordinate delivery bookings across the UK, France, and Spain, ensuring timely order fulfilment.

AAT Sri Lanka

Higher National Diploma

University of Westminster

Master of Arts - MA

Maliyadeva College

Business/Commerce, General

University of Kelaniya Sri Lanka

Bachelor of Commerce (Special)