Janne Hyvärinen
About Janne Hyvärinen
Janne Hyvärinen is a Category Manager ICT at Vaisala, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in various roles within the technology sector, including positions at Metso, Nokia, and Vaisala, and holds degrees from Tampere University of Technology and the University of Sunderland.
Current Role at Vaisala
Janne Hyvärinen currently serves as the Category Manager ICT at Vaisala, a position he has held since 2018. His role involves overseeing the ICT category, where he applies his extensive experience in procurement and category management. He works in Vantaa, contributing to the company's strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier relationship management.
Previous Experience at Vaisala
Before his current role, Janne Hyvärinen worked at Vaisala as the Sourcing Manager ICT Category from 2016 to 2018. He also held the position of Sourcing Manager IT and Professional Services from 2013 to 2015. His tenure at Vaisala has allowed him to develop skills in contract negotiations and stakeholder management.
Career Background at Nokia
Janne Hyvärinen has a significant history with Nokia, where he held various roles from 2000 to 2013. His positions included Project Manager IT / MES, Senior Sourcing Manager IT, Production Development Engineer, and Quality Manager/Development Manager IT. His experience at Nokia involved managing complex projects and enhancing quality management processes.
Educational Background
Janne Hyvärinen studied at Tampere University of Technology, earning a Master of Science in Engineering from 1991 to 1998. He also attended the University of Sunderland for a year, where he achieved a Bachelor of Science in Engineering. Additionally, he studied at Technische Universität Carolo-Wilhelmina zu Braunschweig for one year.
Skills and Expertise
Janne Hyvärinen possesses skills in contract negotiations, stakeholder management, and quality management. His expertise enhances his effectiveness in procurement and category management roles. He has a strong interest in new technologies, which informs his strategic sourcing approach and drives his motivation for continuous learning.