Lena Forslund
About Lena Forslund
Lena Forslund serves as the Director and Head of Sourcing and Supply for BU Gripen Support at Saab, a position she has held since 2015. With a background in logistics and strategic sourcing, she has worked in various roles across multiple companies, including Toyota Material Handling and Swedish Biogas International.
Work at Saab
Lena Forslund has been employed at Saab since 2015, currently holding the position of Director, Head of Sourcing and Supply for the Business Unit Gripen Support. In this role, she oversees sourcing and supply chain operations, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of the Gripen fighter aircraft support services. Prior to her current role, she served as Supplier Development Manager at Saab for one year, from 2014 to 2015, where she focused on enhancing supplier performance and collaboration.
Previous Experience in Logistics and Sourcing
Before her tenure at Saab, Lena Forslund gained extensive experience in logistics and strategic sourcing. She worked at Toyota Material Handling as a Logistics Manager from 2006 to 2009, where she managed logistics operations. Following this, she served as Manager of Strategic Sourcing at Partnertech from 2009 to 2011, focusing on supplier relationships and procurement strategies. Additionally, she worked at Swedish Biogas International LLC as Production Manager from 2011 to 2014, overseeing production processes.
Education and Expertise
Lena Forslund earned her Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Luleå University of Technology, completing her studies from 1988 to 1993. This educational background provides her with a strong foundation in engineering principles, which she applies in her roles within the aerospace and logistics sectors.
Career Development in Strategic Sourcing
Lena Forslund's career in strategic sourcing began at BT Europe AB, where she worked from 2003 to 2006. In this role, she focused on developing sourcing strategies and managing supplier relationships. Her diverse experience across various industries has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of supply chain management and logistics.