Appointment: Jaana Nikunen as SATO’s Head of Procurement

Jaana Nikunen, M.Sc. (Econ.), 38, has been appointed as the Head of Procurement of SATO, one of Finland's largest housing companies, starting from 1 September 2024. She will report to Executive Vice President Elina Vaurasalo.

Nikunen has previously worked at Lidl and is joining SATO from her role as Head of Procurement for Scandic Hotels Finland.

"I am very pleased that Jaana is joining our top-notch team, bringing with her strong procurement expertise, experience, and vision," says Vaurasalo, who is responsible for SATO's housing business. "Jaana will have the opportunity to develop SATO's partnerships, procurement processes, and sustainable supply chains, supported by a fantastic and diverse team of experts."

"I arrive to SATO with such a positive vibe,” smiles Nikunen and adds: "I have gained an excellent impression of the company and the work community, and I am very much looking forward to getting to know my colleagues and developing SATO's procurement together!"

For more information, please contact:

Elina Vaurasalo, Executive Vice President, SATO Corporation
p. +358 201 43 4064, firstname.lastname@sato.fi