Ilkka Kovanen
About Ilkka Kovanen
Ilkka Kovanen serves as the Manager of LS RU & PE Projects at SSI SCHÄFER in North & East Europe, a position he has held since 2019. He has over 16 years of experience in project management within the logistics sector.
Work at SSI SCHÄFER
Ilkka Kovanen has been with SSI SCHÄFER since 2008, where he has held various roles over the years. He currently serves as the Manager of LS RU & PE Projects in the North & East Europe HUB, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he oversees logistics and project management initiatives within the region. Additionally, he has been involved in ISS Projects at SSI SCHÄFER since 2016, contributing to the company's operations in Northern and Eastern Europe.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Before joining SSI SCHÄFER, Ilkka Kovanen worked as a Project Manager at Itella for 11 months in 2005. His experience in project management continued at DHL, where he served as a Logistics Manager from 2006 to 2008. This background has equipped him with a strong foundation in logistics and project oversight, which he applies in his current role.
Career Timeline
Ilkka Kovanen's career in logistics and project management spans several years. He began his professional journey at Itella in 2005, followed by a position at DHL from 2006 to 2008. He joined SSI SCHÄFER in 2008 and has since progressed through various roles, currently managing LS RU & PE projects and ISS Projects in the North & East Europe HUB.
Location and Work Environment
Ilkka Kovanen is based in Vantaa, Southern Finland. His role at SSI SCHÄFER involves managing projects that cater to the logistics needs of the North & East Europe region. The work environment at SSI SCHÄFER emphasizes collaboration and efficiency in logistics solutions.