About Aleksandr
Dynamic and results-oriented Service and Project Manager with over 20 years of experience in industrial automation, energy systems, and process industries. I have led engineering and service teams, implemented complex DCS projects, and successfully developed service businesses across international markets.
My experience covers a broad spectrum of industries — from pulp and paper to oil and gas, from marine systems to power generation — allowing me to build cross-functional teams, improve operational efficiency, and deliver measurable outcomes.
Key strengths:
Service Management and Aftersales Support
Led service teams of up to 100 professionals. Achieved over 40% growth in service revenue within 5 years by implementing SLA models, remote diagnostics, and long-term maintenance strategies.
Project Leadership
Delivered multi-year EPC and DCS modernization projects under strict deadlines and budgets. Successfully managed stakeholder expectations and cross-border delivery.
Lean and Process Optimization
Introduced continuous improvement initiatives, leading to a 60% reduction in unplanned downtime and increased system reliability.
Technical and Commercial Versatility
Experienced in both technical execution and commercial negotiations with OEMs, VAR partners, and key customers.
International and Multicultural Collaboration
Delivered results in multicultural teams across Europe and Russia. Comfortable leading in dynamic, distributed environments.
English
Native or bilingual
Finnish
Basic
Russian
Native or bilingual
Can work on-site
Tampere (up to 50km)
Experience
- ValmetSenior Item SpecialistJanuary 2022 - January 2025 (3 years)Facilitated smooth transition of new and modified DCS, DMM, and relatedproducts from R&D to manufacturing, applying skills in product lifecycle management and supplier management; Acted as primary technical liaison for suppliers, ensuring data accuracy and integrity in PDM (Aton) and ERP (InforLN) systems, leveraging expertise indata management and enterprise resource planning; Coordinated cross functionally with R&D, product management, and procurement teams to optimize transfer-to-production workflows using cross-functional collaboration; Supported production planning, participated in ERP implementation and Lean manufacturing initiatives
- ValmetQuality ManagerJanuary 2020 - January 2022 (2 years)Led quality management processes for engineering, project, and service teams, including root cause analysis and corrective and preventive actions(CAPA); Contributed to Lean strategy deployment within AUT business line, driving continuous process improvements and defect reduction; Maintained and enhanced quality systems aligned with ISO standards and internal KPIs Achievements:Improved customer satisfaction and reduced quality-related costs and risks; Enhanced cross-functional quality assurance and risk mitigation efforts
- ValmetService managerJanuary 2015 - January 2020 (5 years)Managed service agreements, spare parts logistics, and marine refit projects, utilizing project management, SLA management, and resource planning skills; Supervised team development, resource allocation, and P&L responsibility; Implemented SLA models and Lean-based process improvements toenhance service delivery efficiency
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Education
- Automation and control in technical systems, Automation andSouth Ural state University2000Automation and control in technical systems, Automation and
- Automation and control in technical systemsChelyabinsk engineering College1996Automation and control in technical systems