Mikko Saarni

• Sourcing and Vendor Management, Negotiation, Agile sourcing process

• Service Management, Service Integration

• Project management, PMO operations

• General ICT management

• Cross-cultural knowledge

• Forward-thinking strategist dedicated to harnessing technology’s potential by transforming innovative opportunities into actionable business strategies that align technical capabilities with organizational goals.

• Integrative negotiator with deep cross-cultural expertise

• Excel at fostering open, transparent communication among all stakeholders to drive measurable benefits

I am an experienced lead advisor and program manager with nearly 25 years in strategic sourcing and transformation projects for both multinational listed companies and privately owned businesses in Finland and Sweden.

My expertise includes sourcing, contract negotiation, and vendor management, as well as developing operating models for IT organizations. I work collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure effective outcomes.

• Master of Business Administration, University of Northampton (2023)•B.Sc. (Honours) in Logistics Engineering, Jyväskylä Polytechnic (2001)

Other

• Lean Agile Procurement

• Certified ICT Standard Professional

• ITIL v2 Foundation

• PRINCE2 Foundation