Ramesh Nanayakkara

Ramesh Nanayakkara is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in operations and supply chain management. Currently serving as Senior Director and Country Head at Ansell since October 2020, Ramesh has a proven track record in leadership roles spanning over two decades. Previous positions include Chief Operating Officer at Biomass Group and various management roles at British American Tobacco, where responsibilities included end-to-end manufacturing operations, quality assurance, and budget management. Ramesh has successfully negotiated collective agreements, led operational committees, and managed substantial annual budgets. Educational background includes a BSc (Hons) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Moratuwa and ongoing executive management studies in Supply Chain Management.