Johanna Ristimäki
About Johanna Ristimäki
Johanna Ristimäki is a Senior Manager of Indirect Sourcing at Vaisala, where she has worked in various roles since 2003. She has a strong background in procurement and supply chain management, emphasizing sustainable practices and digital transformation.
Current Role at Vaisala
Johanna Ristimäki currently holds the position of Senior Manager - Indirect Sourcing at Vaisala. She has been in this role since 2020, contributing to the Helsinki Metropolitan Area. In her capacity, she leads the Business process stream for the new ERP implementation project, specifically focusing on SAP S/4 Hana. Her responsibilities include enhancing procurement processes and tools to improve operational efficiency.
Previous Positions at Vaisala
Johanna Ristimäki has held multiple positions at Vaisala throughout her career. She served as a Sourcing Development Manager from 2019 to 2020, and as a Category Manager from 2018 to 2019. Prior to these roles, she worked as a Senior Sourcing Manager from 2013 to 2015, and as a Sourcing Manager from 2008 to 2011. Additionally, she has experience as a Logistics Engineer and Project Manager, with her tenure at Vaisala beginning in 2003 as a Thesis worker.
Education and Expertise
Johanna Ristimäki earned her M.Sc. (Eng) in Electronics Production Technology with a minor in Quality Management from Teknillinen korkeakoulu-Tekniska högskolan, studying from 1997 to 2003. She also completed a Change Management study module at Aalto University, focusing on Work Psychology and Leadership, from 2015 to 2016. Furthermore, she studied Corporate Responsibility at Hanken School of Economics from 2018 to 2020.
Leadership Style and Advocacy
Johanna Ristimäki is recognized for her leadership style that emphasizes collaboration, trust, and emotional intelligence. She empowers her teams to achieve optimal performance. Additionally, she advocates for sustainable procurement practices, aiming to minimize environmental impact while ensuring resilience in the supply chain. She serves as the Indirect P2P global process owner, focusing on optimizing procurement support for stakeholders.
Digital Transformation in Procurement
Johanna Ristimäki has significant experience in driving the digital evolution of procurement processes. She leverages technology to streamline operations and enhance decision-making. Her role in the ERP implementation project at Vaisala highlights her commitment to improving procurement processes through innovative tools and methodologies.