Iida Salo

Iida Salo is a seasoned professional in indirect sourcing and category management, currently serving as a Sourcing Manager at Kesko - K-Group since May 2016. Previous roles at Kesko included various product management positions with responsibilities in category selection, analysis, and sales targets, as well as a focus on office and cleaning supplies. Prior to Kesko, Iida held category manager and planner positions at Suomen Lähikauppa Oy, specializing in industrial food categories, pricing, and supplier management. Early career experience includes cashiering at Tradeka Oy and internships in community projects. Iida holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Xamk - South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences, expected in 2024, alongside a vocational qualification in business and administration from Hyvinkään kauppaoppilaitos.