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Jari Vesala

Procurement and Commodity Management Expert. 10+ Years of Experience in Global Sourcing and Supplier Relations

Jurisdiction

Finland | Estonia | Luxembourg

Experience

Seniority LevelMid-Senior level
Years of Experience10-15 years
Current StatusActive
Procurement Manager
2024 - 2025

Led sourcing initiatives for military projects, driving long-term supplier strategy, ensuring requirements compliance, and optimizing cost efficiency. Developed and executed procurement plans aligned with defense operational needs. Managed supplier negotiations, structured contracts, and coordinated stakeholders across complex, multi-national projects to deliver strategic results and operational excellence.

IT Buying Analyst
2024 - 2024

Collaborated closely with internal stakeholders to support sourcing activities for non-cluster projects, including organizing tenders for indirect procurement and ensuring thorough evaluation of contract requirements. Analyzed KPIs and provided actionable performance reporting using SAP, contributing to improved efficiency, informed decision-making, and stronger supplier relationships across the organization.

Purchasing Manager
2012 - 2022

Responsible for procurement within my business area, including spare parts, subcontracting, project pricing, and contracts. Ensured efficient operations and precise, on-time deliveries to maintain first-class supply security throughout the lifecycle. Continuously improved process efficiency, contributed to the development of KPI metrics, and actively participated in the procurement and business area management team. Managed a team of four and leveraged SAP and Logisticar systems to streamline operations and enhance performance.

Project Manager
2009 - 2012

Led complex military modernization, integration, and commissioning projects. Developed and enhanced project management practices across the company, organizing training to support effective project execution and ensure consistent application of best practices.

Education

Degree of Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technical Institute of Helsinki, Finland
1995 - 1999
Degree of University of applied sciences, Vocational teacher of Technology and TransportationHäme University of Applied Sciences, HAMK
2009 - 2010
Degree of Degree in management and business administrationMercuria Business School
2003 - 2004

Skills

Core skills0
Languages2

Languages

English
Finnish