Highlights:The highlight of my career has been serving as a Project Manager and Sales Manager at the international Swarco Group, where I delivered services enabled by new Smart Mobility and E-Mobility technologies to clients. I also had the privilege of being a member of the company's leadership team. Among my numerous successes, the brightest achievement was securing a €15.7 million deal with Lidl Co, where I sold a nationwide electric vehicle charging network to the retail chain on a turnkey basis. This project was completed ahead of schedule, exceeding the client's expectations.

Skills:Electricity, Automation, EV charching solutions, Solar Energy Solutions, Technology Sales, Transportation and Logistics, Retail Sales, Sales, Energy Storage Solutions

Goal:With over 15 years of comprehensive experience across diverse industries, I have developed a proven track record of delivering excellence in roles ranging from installations to project management and strategic leadership. Throughout my career, I have consistently exceeded customer expectations and led numerous successful projects, equipping me with deep insights into evolving market demands and opportunities. Having cultivated a thorough understanding of the services and networks essential for growth in today’s rapidly changing landscape, I am now seeking to bring my expertise to the American market. I am confident that my skills, strategic mindset, and dedication will align seamlessly with a forward-thinking company, driving tangible results and fostering innovation. My goal is to contribute to an organization where vision and opportunity meet steadfast commitment to excellence.

Certification:Certified Electrician, Certified in Technology Sales, Certified in Transportation and Logistics (CDL in USA or C + professional heavy-duty driver in EU), Certified Military Officer.

Supervisor / Technical Expert 08/2023 - 11/2024
Pokas Oy, Helsinki, Finland
Industry: Renewable Energy Solutions
Renewable energy solutions, Energy storage solutions, Electrical industry, Sales B2C & B2B.
In this role, I served as the leader for renewable energy solutions as well as new energy storage and battery technology solutions, which we implemented across Finland. The position required strong project management skills, including project planning and scheduling, customer service, several years of experience in the electrical industry, logistical expertise, as well as comprehensive sales and negotiation skills.--
Technical Expert, Supervisor 02/2022 - 06/2023
Väkevä Rakennus Oy, Helsinki, Finland
Industry: Solar Energy Solutions
Solar power, renewable energy, building automation, electrical industry, Sales.
I worked as a leader/technical expert in renewable energy solutions (Solar Energy), which we implemented across Finland. The role required strong project management skills, including project planning and scheduling, customer service, several years of experience in the electrical industry, logistical expertise, as well as comprehensive sales and negotiation skills.--
Project Manager, Sales Manager 01/2019 - 12/2021
Swarco Group, Helsinki, Finland
Industry: Technology, Smart Mobility
E-Mobility / Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Smart Mobility / Intelligent Traffic Solutions, Electrical industry, B2B Sales, international business.
The highlight of my career so far was working at the international Swarco Group, owned by the Swarovski family, in leadership roles. The job included numerous successful projects as a project manager in various technology-related initiatives, ranging from traffic automation projects to electric vehicle charging systems, smart mobility solutions, construction projects and so on. After my promotion, I served as the business owner for the EV charging and smart mobility IoT solutions. Design, sales, and implementation of projects was my duty as well as being part of company's leadership team. These roles required strong expertise in the electrical field, extensive B2B sales experience and leadership, comprehensive customer service skills, project management, risk analysis, international communication abilities, and traveling across the EU.--
Logistics Engineer 08/2016 - 10/2018
Stara Logistiikka Oy, Helsinki, Finland
Industry: Transportation and Logistics
Transport and logistics work in Helsinki.
In this role, I gained extensive experience with heavy-duty vehicles, logistical challenges and their solutions, construction material transportation, customer service, teamwork and team leadership. In addition to my technology and sales experience, i wanted to bring logistics and transportation as part of my career development and multiskilling.--
Technical Expert & Sales 09/2015 - 05/2016
Plugit Finland Oy, Helsinki, Finland
Industry: E-Mobility, Technology
Sales, Desing and installation of EV charging systems for consumers and business. Start-up company.
I worked as a technical expert and sales expert in a company that manufactured electric vehicle charging solutions. offering services and solutions to both consumers and businesses across Finland. In this role, I achieved numerous successful sales performances and implemented several well-planned projects, ranging from small consumer installations to large corporate projects. This job required strong sales skills, expertise in electrical engineering, customer service skills, communication, and documentation in both English and Finnish.--
Field Engineer 09/2014 - 09/2015
Lemcom Networks Nordic, Stockholm, Oslo, Sweden
Industry: Telecommunications
Installation and engineering work, electrical work, alarm systems for telecommunication and satellite centers, 4G network installation and programming, with the area covering Sweden and Norway.
This project-based work was carried out in an international company with a long history of large-scale telecommunication projects worldwide. In this role, I led a 5-person team across the entire Sweden and Norway area where the projects were implemented. The work required managing large-scale projects, customer service with international clients, strong communication skills in English, expertise in electrical and IT fields, adherence to tight schedules, and the ability to operate in challenging winter conditions, including high-altitude mountainous areas. Various vehicles were used for site access, such as helicopters, off-road vehicles, and snowmobiles. This job provided me with extensive experience in international technology industry project work carried out in an extremely demanding work environment, as well as working as both a strong team leader and a team member.--
Industrial Electrician 02/2011 - 11/2013
Kuusakoski Oy, Heinola, Finland
Industry: Electrical component recycling
Disassembly and recycling of electronic devices in industry, 3-shift work.
Disassembly and recycling of electrical and satellite devices in an industrial environment. This work required extensive knowledge of EU environmental protection criteria, as well as a deep understanding of electrical devices and their disassembly using various tools and methods.--

Koulutuskeskus Salpaus Oy 08/2008 - 05/2009
Heinola, , Finland
Degree: Associate's Degree
Major:Electricity & Automation
Vocational qualification as an electrical installer. The training provided the skills necessary for both electrical installation and electrical design work in the construction industry as well as in manufacturing.

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