Kerstin Wuopio
About Kerstin Wuopio
Kerstin Wuopio is a Strategic Sourcing Manager at Saab Aeronautics, where she has worked since 2011. She has previous experience as a Senior Buyer and Commodity Manager at Saab Aerostructures AB and Partnertech.
Work at Saab
Kerstin Wuopio has a significant tenure at Saab, currently serving as a Strategic Sourcing Manager at Saab Aeronautics since 2011. Prior to this role, she worked as a Senior Buyer in Strategic Sourcing at Saab Aeronautics from 2008 to 2010. Her experience at Saab Aerostructures AB includes a position as Senior Buyer and Commodity Manager for Composite materials from 2008 to 2010. Overall, her career at Saab spans over 15 years, showcasing her expertise in sourcing and procurement within the aerospace sector.
Education and Expertise
Kerstin Wuopio holds a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Linköping University, where she studied from 1989 to 1996. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in engineering principles, which is essential for her roles in sourcing and procurement within the aerospace industry. Her expertise encompasses strategic sourcing, commodity management, and supplier negotiations.
Previous Work Experience
Before her extensive career at Saab, Kerstin Wuopio worked at Partnertech as a Senior Buyer and Commodity Manager for Casting from 2007 to 2008. This role contributed to her understanding of supply chain dynamics and procurement strategies. Her earlier experience at Saab Aerostructures AB as a Senior Buyer and Commodity Manager for Composite materials further solidified her skills in managing supplier relationships and sourcing strategies.
Career Timeline
Kerstin Wuopio's career timeline includes various roles that highlight her progression in the field of strategic sourcing. She began her career at Partnertech in 2007, moving to Saab Aerostructures AB later that year. After two years at Saab Aerostructures, she transitioned to Saab Aeronautics, where she has held multiple positions, including Senior Buyer and currently Strategic Sourcing Manager. Her career spans over 16 years in the aerospace and manufacturing sectors.