Experience

Semat Oy

• Finland
• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Project Director, Supply Chain & Procurement | Head of Strategic Procurement & Development Projects

  • Aug 2020 - Present

  - Reporting to Chief Executive Officer CEO & Vice President VP Project Business - Performing roles incl. Fractional Chief Supply Chain Officer, Fractional Chief Procurement Officer, Interim Supply Chain & Procurement Director, Procurement & Supply Chain Development Project Director I work with Project Management & Consultancy services, developing Supply Chain Management, Sourcing, Procurement & Operations. ➡ Developed & implemented the procurement service portfolio for Semat Oy ➡ Created & implemented a service portfolio roadmap including perspectives from people within the organization, portfolio management, supplier relationship management and risk management. ➡ Modernized procurement service portfolio processes by continuous development & improvement. On-going client project assignment: ➡ Serving as Project Procurement consultant with Rauma Marine Constructions Oy (marine/defense industry) for Squadron 2020, a Finnish Navy Project Major client project assignments successfully completed: ➡ AW-Energy Oy (Energy industry). Executed Project procurement management for MegaRoller wave energy test center assembly, installation & commissioning of complex and expensive test equipment. ➡ Koskisen Oy (Wood processing industry). Started with procurement auditing & project development (setting strategy, KPIs, developing the processes etc.), continued as Interim Head of Procurement. ➡ Milrem Robotics Oü, Estonia (Defense industry). Consulted & advised the organization’s internal procurement management & development in a potential major vehicle delivery project. Supported the organization to develop this important & significant delivery project. Company Info: Semat Oy is a full-service project services provider establ. in 2006, offering external & interim project managers, directors & other project professionals. Provides also operational development services for companies & practical project coaching & sparring. Turnover 2,1M€, 16 employees (2022). Show less



Kopar Group (Kopar Oy, Finland)

• Finland
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director Supply Chain & Procurement | Change Management & Turnaround Project: Head of Procurement

  • Apr 2019 - Aug 2020

  - Reported to the Chief Executive Officer CEO - Direct reports 2 - Served on the group's executive management team and as a board member The company had a new Chief Executive Officer CEO working with a turnaround project and there was a need for an experienced and tough procurement professional. Executed group supply chain and procurement processes for Finnish and Estonian production plants (spend approximately 10M€). Worked with highly technical material conveyance systems that handle hot and abrasive materials e.g. in process industry, power plants, smelters, steel mills, and paper mills. Key achievements: ➡ Implemented effective change management processes including improved procurement and cost-savings that led to the company’s turnaround to profitability in 1,5 years. ➡ Directed successful project-based activities for an industry with technologies that were new to me. Although the content of the work was basic for me, it had an impressive impact on the company and a significant impact on its turnaround. I was able to execute small moves that had a significant business impact. ➡ Restored profitability by making careful procurement comparisons,streamlining procurement, and implementing efficiency improvements. Shifted procurement to e.g. Eastern Europe & India. Company Info: Kopar Group (Kopar Oy), Finland, Tampere offers material conveyance systems and solutions to handle hot and abrasive materials eg. in power plants, smelters, steel mills, and paper mills. Show less



AW-Energy Oy

• Finland
• Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Head Of Supply Chain | Procurement & Strategic Business Development, Global Logistics & Transport

  • Jan 2018 - Apr 2019

  - Reported to the Chief Executive Officer CEO - Member of the executive management team Managed wave-energy power plant start-up company’s supply chain, procurement, and productivity for commercial roll-out. Initiated a supply chain strategy for this delivery project performing conceptualization and planning of the project’s supply chain and logistics. ➡ Sourced potential partners globally, led negotiations, awarded partner contracts, planned production set-up creation, and managed global supply chain for destination country wave-energy plant commissioning. ➡ Reduced wave energy power plant costs by 28% (total worth 6,7M€ in potential customer program) Company Info: AW-Energy Oy, Finland, Vantaa, is a global pioneer in the green economy and is the global leader in wave energy technology. Its flagship product is WaveRoller®. Show less



Nimr Automotive LLC

• Head of Mechanical Procurement | Growth Director Global Supply Chain Management & Major Contracts

  • Jan 2015 - Dec 2017

  - Reported to Supply Chain Director - Direct reports 8 (from India, Turkey, France, Spain, Columbia, Philippines) - Indirect reports 2 - Responsible for vehicle components, steel raw materials, fabricated parts, and add-on armor systems Functioned as a Director Global Supply Chain & Major Contract Negotiations. The company underwent strong growth from a headcount of 250 to 800 employees during my three-year tenure. Production ramped up from 100/year (2014-2015) → 900/year (12/2017) . Researched improved material sourcing and negotiated advantageous arrangements with suppliers. Conducted significant risk management activities to ensure the secure, consistent supply of imported vehicle components and raw materials (steel). Developed expertise on several technical systems (e.g. additional armor systems in addition to vehicle components). ➡ Managed supply chain of strategic commodities (spend +200 M USD) for a leading military vehicle manufacturer in the Middle East and North Africa region. ➡ Enhanced Nimr’s strategic commodity supply chain from production to aftermarket (after sales, maintenance, spare parts). ➡ Improved several successful technology transfers from foreign suppliers to local UAE industry, and helped create a foundation for domestic industry independent of fossil fuel production. ➡ Executed cost savings +30M$. ➡ Coached & mentored my multinational & international team to develop procurement skills. ➡ Built efficient supply chain of Nimr’s strategic commodities to production and after sales. Company Info: Nimr Automotive LLC, United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi is a military vehicle manufacturer in the United Arab Emirates that produces an armored personnel carrier series named Nimr. In 2014, it merged into Emirates Defence Industries Company. Show less



Takoma Oyj

• Vice President VP Procurement | Operations Director, Head of Operative Excellence, Change Management

  • Feb 2013 - Apr 2014

  - Reported to the Group Chief Executive Officer, Group CEO - 4 Direct reports - Member of the group executive management team and senior management board The new Chief Executive Officer CEO had sought a solid procurement professional to support the turnaround and change process. Functioned as a Head of the group's global strategic procurement (spend +15M€), including the management of procurement organization, strategy creation & setting, strategy implementation, and process improvement. Found new partners, negotiated, and implemented an agile and lean approach to the company's procurement. ➡ Developed processes and improved change management, sourced and contracted a new international supplier base leading to significant cost-savings. ➡ Led operations to outsource hydraulic production to Poland and Turkey. Company Info: Takoma Oyj was a Finnish mechanical power transmission company. Takoma's products were used in the shipbuilding and offshore industries, mining, and energy sectors. Takoma Group (Nasdaq OMX Helsinki) offered hydraulic systems and maintenance solutions. Show less



Patria

• Argentina
• Design Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director, Logistics | International Supply Chain & Logistics Development, Operational Excellence

  • May 2011 - Feb 2013

  - Reported to the Chief Operating Officer COO - Direct reports 6, approximately 30 indirect reports - Member of the operations management team - Member of the group level Procurement management team As Logistics Director I led international supply chain development & process re-engineering. I managed logistics strategy, production planning, operative purchasing, internal material flows, warehouses, and transport management to production. Managed life cycle support services and spare parts sales. ➡ Led production planning, secured an optimal and profitable order flow. ➡ Managed an efficient integration of warehouse management and transport management, secured operational efficiency, and attained operational excellence. ➡ As a Priority No 1, developed the availability of materials. ➡ Transformed the operating model from block thinking to process thinking - developed and managed the organizational transformation from traditional silos to a modern process owner system. ➡ Held responsibility for the supply chain to production units in Poland, Croatia and South Africa, delivering the most reliable supply of materials to our international partners. ➡ The impact of my work was worth hundreds of millions of euros with a project value of 500-700 M€. Summary of the role: ➡ Managed logistics strategy and operations of production planning, operative purchasing, internal material flows, warehouses and transport management to production, life cycle support services and spare parts sales. ➡ Responsibility also for supply chain to production units in Poland, Croatia and South Africa. Company Info: Patria Land Services Oy is nowadays Patria Land Oy. Patria is an international provider of defense, security and aviation life cycle support services, pilot training and technology solutions. The Land business specializes in high-quality armored wheeled vehicles and mortar systems and their lifecycle support services. Show less



Millog Oy

• Finland
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Head of Procurement | Aftermarket Life Cycle Services, Procurement Director Business Unit Materials

  • Oct 2008 - May 2011

  - Reported to Business Unit Director, Materials - 5 Direct reports, 15-20 Indirect reports - Member of Materials Business Unit management team - Member of group level Procurement management team I created a strategy and processes, built a team, and was given wide latitude to create a functional and efficient procurement organization from scratch. I developed strategy, supply chain and processes. ➡ Managed the procurement of spare parts, maintenance, fleet management, and life cycle services to Millog's strategic partner, the Finnish Defence Forces (spend +80 M€). ➡ Planned and managed all procurement processes and strategies, sourcing activities, supply contracts, and the building of the organization from scratch enabling the Finnish Defence Forces to transfer land force maintenance and life cycle management activities to Millog. ➡ Led and built the procurement system in a holistic way, leading to an 11 % savings in spare parts and maintenance compared to FDF previous procurement. Company Info: Millog Oy is owned by Patria. Patria is an international provider of defense, security, and aviation life cycle support services, pilot training and technology solutions. Millog companies provide smart and sustainable lifecycle management and comprehensive logistics services. Key sectors include industry, infrastructure and transport, national defense, and public authorities. Show less



Sisu Axles Inc.

• Finland
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Purchasing Manager | International Business Development, Procurement & Supply Chain & Aftermarket

  • Apr 2008 - Oct 2008

  - Reported to Chief Executive Officer CEO / Managing Director - Direct reports 3 purchasers, 1 purchasing assistant - Member of the company’s management team and management board As Purchasing Manager I functioned as a head of the purchasing department and was responsible for strategic procurement and operative purchasing for the production and after sales/aftermarket (spend +20M€). ➡ Planned a supporting role to the Chinese Business Unit Director, designed the working model for the position: leading procurement development, acting as an external/internal consultant, and developing international collaboration. Company Info: Sisu Axles Inc. specializes in heavy-duty truck axles, typically planetary reduction axles. Show less



Patria Vehicles Oy

• Procurement Manager | Strategic Business Development & Project Management, Logistics & Supply Chain

  • Oct 2005 - Mar 2008

  - Reported to Procurement Director - Direct reports 5 (strategic buyers, purchasing managers, project managers)- Indirect reports in strategic matrix projects, also on the group level- Member of group level procurement management team Managed complex and important for business procurement for large and complex systems, negotiated significant contracts (worth double digit M€). This experience is the cornerstone of my skills and competence today. I learned the impact of complex procurement to business’ success. Key contributions: ➡ Was in charge of strategic systems and project specific special procurement, including procurement strategy, supplier sourcing and contract management (spend +150 M€). ➡ Functioned as the owner of transport and logistics segments at Patria group level in-direct procurement category. ➡ As one of the key persons, developed and implemented the category strategy management model in the entire Patria Group. Show less

• International Purchasing Manager | Head of Operations at Int. Project: Procurement & Development

  • Dec 2003 - Sep 2005

  - Reported to Patria Polska Chief Executive Officer CEO, Procurement Director - Indirect reports 7-8 Procurement organization in Hämeenlinna, 5-6 in PolandOne of the biggest achievements and successes in my career, as a young professional, was being successfully able to create an abroad operation completely from scratch. ➡ Built a well-functioning procurement and operations organization from scratch, with a professional supply chain management and purchasing. ➡ Strengthened the partnership collaboration with a business relevant international partner organization.➡ Trained the external partner’s key persons who had no previous experience, to be able to provide the continuity to business when my time on the project was over, and I moved on to other projects.➡ Transferred technology and supported the Polish partner’s production and its organization to be able to work independently and meet their expected level of performance. Key tasks: ➡ Trained the Polish personnel, and supported the diversity in the teams. ➡ Managed very diverse daily on-site support in purchasing and production matters.➡ Supported the start-up of the supply for Polish production. ➡ Planned and executed the supply chain from Polish and international 2nd tier and 1st tier suppliers to the partner's production from the scratch. Show less

• Purchasing Manager | International Project Management, Strategic Procurement & Business Development

  • Jan 2002 - Nov 2003

  - Reported to Procurement Director / Sourcing Director - Indirect reports 7-8 (purchasers + purchasing managers)- Member of the matrix high priority project management team Became a Project Manager for an international high priority project. Had a responsibility for project management and procurement for a significant and valuable automotive project (128 vehicles, value several M€). Was a member of a matrix high priority project team, at the time the biggest project in the organization. ➡ Managed an international matrix high priority project’s strategic procurement.➡ Handled a lot of international data and promoted data-based knowledge management. ➡ Led the strategic procurement of the project, dealt with a high level of complexity and adapted the project's activities into a larger countertrade framework. Show less

• Purchaser | International Supplier Collaboration, Strategic Procurement & Cost-savings

  • Mar 2000 - Dec 2001

  - Reported to Procurement Director - Member of the team of 5-6 purchasersGained international experience within this international role, collaborated with international suppliers from Europe and North-America. Negotiated major cost-savings. Company Info: Patria Vehicles Oy Patria Armored Wheeled Vehicles, Patria AMV, is a key product family of state-of-the-art vehicles developed and manufactured by Patria. Key competence areas include AMV’s life cycle support and technology transfer. Show less