Susanna Kraft

Susanna Kraft has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Susanna began their career at Radiolinja Origo as the Head of Purchasing and Logistics. Susanna then served as the Managing Director of Witem Oy, a company owned by Radiolinja, where they supplied sim cards, handsets, and accessories. Susanna moved on to Elisa, where they held various roles, including Development Manager of Procurement and Head of a department. Susanna later became the Managing Director of Suomen Numerot Numpac Oy, where they managed number portability in Finland and developed new strategies. Susanna joined Vodafone China as a Business Analyst during an internship program. Returning to Elisa, they took on the roles of Service Manager, Head of Global Supply Chain, and Head of the Testing Department, where they established new functions and facilities for testing network and devices. Susanna also served as the Managing Director of Elisa Hong Kong Ltd, heading the sourcing function in Asia. Currently, they are a Vice President of Procurement at Elisa and a member of the Hankintafoorumin johtoryhmä at Suomen Osto- ja Logistiikkayhdistys LOGY ry.

Susanna Kraft's education history includes several degrees and certifications.

From 1989 to 1992, they attended the Institute of Technology, Kajaani, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Information Technology.

In 2000 to 2001, Susanna studied at Markkinointi-instituutti, where they earned a MTD (Materiaalitoimintojen johtamisen tutkinto) degree in Purchasing and Logistics.

From 2007 to 2008, they attended Hanken School of Economics and obtained an MBA degree in International Management.

In 2008 to 2009, Susanna studied at the University of International Business and Economics, specializing in Chinese Business and Mandarin Chinese, and they obtained a METP degree in this field of study.

Aside from their degrees, they also hold additional certifications. Susanna became a Certified Board Member (Hyväksytty Hallituksen Jäsen HHJ) from the Helsingin seudun kauppakamari - Helsinki Region Chamber of Commerce in April 2023. Additionally, Susanna is ITIL certified, although the exact date of obtaining this certification is not provided.