Tea Korpela
About Tea Korpela
Tea Korpela is a Category Manager specializing in Indirect Sourcing at Vaisala, where she has worked since 2016. With extensive experience at Nokia in various sourcing roles, she has developed expertise in supplier management and procurement systems.
Current Role at Vaisala
Tea Korpela currently serves as the Category Manager for Indirect Sourcing at Vaisala, a position held since 2021. In this role, Korpela is responsible for managing sourcing and supplier management tasks across various categories, including Travel, Human Resources, and Facilities. Korpela leads category meetings with stakeholders to align on sourcing strategies and objectives, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the procurement process. The role is based in Vantaa, Southern Finland.
Previous Experience at Nokia
Prior to joining Vaisala, Tea Korpela worked at Nokia in various roles from 2004 to 2012. Korpela's positions included Logistics Coordinator, Buyer, Senior Category Buyer for Indirect Sourcing, and Project Specialist for Indirect Sourcing. This experience provided Korpela with a solid foundation in procurement and sourcing strategies, contributing to expertise in managing supplier relationships and logistics operations.
Education and Expertise
Tea Korpela holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in International Business from Helia, completed between 2000 and 2005. This educational background supports Korpela's expertise in procurement systems, including Oracle, iProcurent, M-files, SAP, and Ariba. Korpela has developed skills in spend analysis and cost awareness, which are essential for effective sourcing management.
Achievements in Sourcing Management
In the role of Category Manager at Vaisala, Tea Korpela has been involved in supplier base consolidation to streamline procurement processes. Korpela contributes to Indirect Sourcing activities by focusing on achieving cost awareness and spend analysis targets. This involvement demonstrates Korpela's commitment to optimizing sourcing strategies and enhancing procurement efficiency.