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Aleksandra K.

Vice President Of Sales Retail And Professional Nordics at Kekkilä-BVB

Aleksandra K. currently serves as the Vice President of Sales Retail and Professional Nordics at Kekkilä-BVB since February 2024. Previously, Aleksandra was the Country Manager at EGGER Group, where responsibilities included driving the growth of Egger flooring products in Finland and enhancing customer relationships through effective CRM strategies. At UPM - The Biofore Company, Aleksandra held positions as Sales Director for UPM ProFi, achieving significant sales growth, and as International Sales Manager for Northern Europe in UPM Biocomposites, where market expansion across multiple countries was a focus. Prior experience includes roles as International Category Manager and Category Manager at Kesko - K-Group, where Aleksandra developed category strategies across several operatives in Northern Europe. Aleksandra began their career managing a team of salespersons at KR-Production Oy and has also held positions as a Payroll Specialist and Translator. Educational qualifications include an EMBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology and a Master of Arts in Russian Language and Literature from the University of Tampere.

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Iitti, Finland

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Kekkilä-BVB

Welcome to Kekkilä-BVB, a global leader in substrates, soils, and growing media. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, we develop and launch new products and concepts within our extensive brand portfolio. Our R&D department ensures strict quality control throughout production. We prioritize our customers' needs by providing high-quality, customized growing media. Join us on our journey towards a sustainable future. Partnering with us means being part of our efforts to create a better world. With our own production facilities, a well-established supply chain, and global distribution, we serve customers in 100+ countries. Our impressive turnover of 330 million euros supports our mission of facilitating sustainable living worldwide. We support customers every step of the way, helping them understand how sustainability choices impact their financial results. By sharing our expertise in organic substrates, we foster growth and collaboration, ensuring a brighter future. Kekkilä-BVB comprises renowned brands in substrates and growing media. Our products cater to horticulture, mushroom cultivation, landscaping, urban planning, and more. We also provide bulk shipping of raw materials to support local distributors. Food production needs to increase by 70% in the next 35 years. Through smart technology, organic materials, and tailored solutions, Kekkilä-BVB empowers sustainable production. Joining us means joining an international environment. Our core values focus on customer success, collaboration, innovation, and trust. We demonstrate these values through transparent updates, collaborative projects, and unwavering commitment. At Kekkilä-BVB, we care for life. Join us on our mission to create sustainable everyday living.


Headquarters

Vantaa, Finland

Employees

501-1,000

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