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Janne (Henrik) Parssinen

Global Procurement, External Contractor

Janne Parssinen
Brussels, Belgium

Experience

Oct 2023 - Present
2 years 5 months

Global Procurement, External Contractor

Progressio

  • Lab Sample Delivery and Broker System
  • Just in Time Availability of Analytical Finnai Value Test Results
Jul 2023 - Present
2 years 8 months

Founder and Owner

Finnai Value

Jan 2022 - Jul 2023
1 year 7 months

Data Access, Safety and Protection Officer Sub-Region North West

Roche

Jan 2018 - Dec 2019
2 years
Belgium

Sales Director

Roche Diagnostics Belgium

Jan 2017 - Dec 2022
6 years
Belgium

Consultancy, IT & Data Solutions Director

Roche Diagnostics Belgium

Jan 2015 - Dec 2017
3 years

Associate Director / Senior Manager, Global Sourcing & Procurement

Shire

Jan 2011 - Dec 2015
5 years

Senior Manager Global Sourcing & Procurement, Global Category Manager Capital Expenditures

Baxter Healthcare

Jan 2010 - Dec 2011
2 years

European Manufacturing Category Manager, Global Purchasing and Supply Chain Management

Baxter Healthcare

Jan 2007 - Dec 2010
4 years

European Category Manager, Global Purchasing & Supply Chain Management

Baxter Healthcare

Jan 2005 - Dec 2007
3 years

Proposal (Sales) Engineer

Keppel Corporation Limited

Jan 2001 - Dec 2005
5 years

Project Leader

Solvay

Jan 2000 - Dec 2001
2 years

Nuclear Safety Engineer

Westinghouse Electric Company

Jan 1998 - Dec 2000
3 years

Visiting Scientist (R&D) - PhD program

Western University

Jan 1997 - Dec 1998
2 years

Process Design Engineer

Neste

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Healthcare (17 years), Chemical (5 years), Pharmaceutical (4.5 years), Energy (4 years), Manufacturing (3 years), and Education (3 years).

Healthcare
Chemical
Pharmaceutical
Energy
Manufacturing
Education

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Procurement (13.5 years), Supply Chain Management (10 years), Business Intelligence (6 years), Information Technology (6 years), Sales (5 years), and Project Management (5 years).

Procurement
Supply Chain Management
Business Intelligence
Information Technology
Sales
Project Management

Summary

With over 20 years of international leadership experience, I specialize in providing practical solutions that drive business success.

Whether it's conducting in-depth market analysis to uncover growth opportunities, efficiently managing complex projects to meet objectives, or facilitating strategy workshops that empower teams to make smart decisions, I'm dedicated to delivering tangible results.

My track record includes optimizing procurement strategies, leading transformation projects, boosting sales figures, and fostering process and digital / IT innovations. I have been awarded multiple times by industrial firms.

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Skills

  • Business Strategy
  • Teamwork
  • Strategy Development

Languages

English
Native
Finnish
Native
French
Advanced

Education

Aalto University

Doctor of Science in Technology · Engineering and Business · Espoo, Finland

Aalto University

Master of Science · Engineering and Business · Espoo, Finland

Western University

Visiting Scientist, Doctoral program · London, Canada

Certifications & licenses

Certified Purchasing Manager

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Where is Janne based?

Janne is based in Brussels, Belgium.

What languages does Janne speak?

Janne speaks the following languages: English (Native), Finnish (Native), French (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Janne have?

Janne has at least 29 years of experience. During this time, Janne has worked in at least 14 different roles and for 11 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 1 month. Note that Janne may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Janne be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Janne would be well-suited for roles such as: Global Procurement, External Contractor, Founder and Owner, Data Access, Safety and Protection Officer Sub-Region North West.

What is Janne's latest experience?

Janne's most recent position is Global Procurement, External Contractor at Progressio.

What companies has Janne worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Janne has worked for Progressio, Finnai Value, Roche, and Roche Diagnostics Belgium.

Which industries is Janne most experienced in?

Janne is most experienced in industries like Healthcare, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical. Janne also has some experience in Energy, Manufacturing, and Education.

Which business areas is Janne most experienced in?

Janne is most experienced in business areas like Procurement and Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, and Business Intelligence. Janne also has some experience in Information Technology (IT), Project Management, and Sales.

Which industries has Janne worked in recently?

Janne has recently worked in industries like Healthcare, Professional Services, and Biotechnology.

Which business areas has Janne worked in recently?

Janne has recently worked in business areas like Business Intelligence, Information Technology (IT), and Finance.

What is Janne's education?

Janne holds a Doctorate in Engineering and Business from Aalto University, a Master in Engineering and Business from Aalto University and a Bachelor in Visiting Scientist, Doctoral program from Western University.

Does Janne have any certificates?

Janne has 1 certificate: Certified Purchasing Manager.

What is the availability of Janne?

Janne is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Janne?

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