Saila Pekkarinen

Saila Pekkarinen is an experienced procurement and sourcing professional with a robust background in managing and improving purchasing processes across various industries. Currently serving as Procurement Manager and Category Manager at Istekki Oy since October 2020, Saila previously held roles such as Project Manager and Global Process Owner for Purchase-to-Pay at VALMET TECHNOLOGIES OY. Saila's earlier career includes significant positions such as Head of Sourcing at Jyväskylän Energia -yhtiöt, Head of Industrial Sourcing at Airbus Defence and Space Oy, and Sourcing Manager at Cassidian Finland Oy, where a notable expatriate experience in France was undertaken. The career commenced as a Buyer at EADS Secure Networks Oy, preceded by a role as Product Group Manager at Inex Partners Oy. Saila earned a Master of Science in Business Economics from the University of Jyväskylä, specializing in accounting with additional studies in marketing and economics.