Henri Virtanen
Pirkkala
Summary
Strategic and business-oriented procurement leader with strong experience in executive collaboration and cross-functional team leadership. As an active member of the management team, I contribute to company-wide decision-making, investment planning, and ESG roadmap development. I lead a multidisciplinary team across procurement, logistics, quality, and ESG, with full responsibility for performance management, development and delivering measurable value across the supply chain.
My leadership style is modern and people-centric - based in coaching, trust, and transparency—focused on empowering individuals and enabling team success. I bring a strong track record in aligning procurement and supply chain strategies with business goals, streamlining operations through digital solutions, and driving transformation projects, including systems (ERP,WMS,APS/MES) selections and implementations.
I’m passionate about continuous improvement, sustainability, and enabling resilient supply chains that meet today’s and tomorrow’s business and regulatory demands. I recognize the critical role of change leadership in building future-proof organizations and actively drive transformation with strategic intent and stakeholder engagement
You can also find me in Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/henri-virtanen-b60b3361/
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Procurement Manager
EC Electro Center Oy
05.2022 - Current
Leading a four-person procurement team (including purchasing, quality, logistics, and ESG). Responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies and logistics operations. Active member of the Management Team, contributing to business strategy and decision-making.
Key responsibilities include:
- Strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management and development
- Sourcing aligned with business objectives
- Supply chain development and operational efficiency
- Inventory control and cost optimization
- Supporting ISO 9001/14001 systems and audits
- Participating in business systems (ERP,WMS,APS/MES) renewal projects
- ESG development (CSRD-reporting capability, Ecovadis etc)
Purchasing and Sourcing Manager
Oy Tamlans AB
06.2019 - 04.2022
Led and developed the company’s purchasing and sourcing activities within the specialized field of road vehicle manufacturing and modification. Drove productivity by implementing new tools and processes, and collaborated closely with stakeholders to align procurement with business strategy.
Key responsibilities:
- Logistics and process optimization
- Strategic and project sourcing
- Supplier relationship management (SRM)
- Contract negotiations and cost analysis
- ERP system implementation and testing
- Supply chain development and product support
Key achievements:
- Achieved consistent 2–3% annual cost savings
- Significantly improved supplier and internal logistics reliability
- Strengthened partnerships with key suppliers through updated contracts and strategic alignment
Procurement Specialist
Tools Finland Oy
10.2011 - 06.2019
Results-Driven Procurement Specialist
Versatile procurement professional with a strong focus on sourcing, purchasing, and tendering to deliver measurable outcomes. Works closely with sales and customer teams to ensure optimal solutions. Brings comprehensive experience in meeting the demands of today’s industrial sector.
Core competencies:
- Supply chain management
- Strategic sourcing
- Supplier negotiations
- Operational purchasing
- Project coordination and support
Logistics Worker
Tools Finland Oy
01.2005 - 09.2011
Duties:
Inbound material handling
Order picking
Kanban – services / Delivery van driver
Warehouse development projects
Education
Bachelor of Science - Automation Engineering
Hame Polytechnic
06.2011
Skills
- Independent
- Organized
- Proactive
- Result-driven
- Analytical
- Strives for excellence
- Innovative
- MS Office and Power BI
- Two ERP-implementations and related systems project (APS/MES, WMS)
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (Green belt training ongoing)
- Finnish (native speaker)
- English (excellent command, both written and spoken)
- Swedish (basic communication skills)
Personal:
Professional:
Language:
Accomplishments
- technology
- travelling
- home renovation
- sports
- Member of board, Valkeakosken Insinööriopiskelijat ry (2006-2007)
Interested in
Positions of responsibility
Personal Information
Timeline
Procurement Manager
EC Electro Center Oy
05.2022 - Current
Purchasing and Sourcing Manager
Oy Tamlans AB
06.2019 - 04.2022
Procurement Specialist
Tools Finland Oy
10.2011 - 06.2019
Logistics Worker
Tools Finland Oy
01.2005 - 09.2011
Bachelor of Science - Automation Engineering
Hame Polytechnic
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