Irusha Palawatta

Irusha Palawatta is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in supply chain management and procurement. Currently serving as Senior Vice President for Supply Chain Planning and Contract Manufacturing at Lion Brewery (Ceylon) PLC since January 2025, Irusha previously held key positions such as Head of Supply Chain at Ansell and Manager of Procurement at Fonterra. Irusha's expertise includes strategic supply chain development, logistics management, and process improvement, demonstrated by significant achievements like reducing inventory days at Midas Safety. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Peradeniya, a Master's Degree in Supply Chain and Logistics Management from Sheffield Hallam University, and various certifications including Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.