
Minna Savolainen
Senior Project Manager
I am an expert in logistics and production processes with strong experience in both operational and strategic management. I have worked for about 25 years in demanding industrial projects in Finland, Sweden, Norway and Russia. I can communicate fluently in several languages. My strengths include overall management, capacity and resource planning, multicultural teamwork and hands-on, results-oriented leadership.
I started my career in development in the engineering industry in 1995. I then moved into logistics and project management in the automotive industry. I have held positions of responsibility in logistics and production at various management levels in several countries, particularly in the automotive and engineering industries.
During my career, I have developed logistics and manufacturing in a wide range of environments – from mass production to international contract manufacturing and defence projects. I have led large teams, built logistics solutions for multiple countries and been responsible for planning, implementing and reporting on global supply chains. My work is based on a systematic, transparent approach and continuous improvement.
In 2025, I joined Hefmec, where I will be responsible for opening new markets and promoting operational projects for existing customers.
I spend my free time with my family doing sports and enjoying my own garden.
Competences
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Project management
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Production technology
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Logistics
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Supply chain management
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Lean and continuous improvement
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Production planning and control (PPS, capacity management)
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Optimising distribution and transport solutions
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Quality processes
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Contract preparation and pre-series production
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ERP and production systems
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TOC/CCPM tools
Education & Experience
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At Hefmec from 2025
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Diploma in Industrial Engineering and Management (Mechanical Engineering)
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25 years of operational management experience in the engineering and automotive industry
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Language skills (fluent): Finnish, English, German and Russian
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Language skills (basic): French and Norwegian
Contact us
MINNA SAVOLAINEN
+358 40 487 7544
minna.savolainen (at) hefmec.fi