Arton Ibrahimi Email & Phone Number

Helsinki, Fi

Turku, Fi

Led strategic initiatives and M&A activities to drive growth and expansion. Developedand executed comprehensive strategic plans, conducted market analysis, andmanaged end-to-end M&A processes. Proficient in strategic planning, financial analysis,negotiation, and relationship management.

Head of Strategy at Hiab's Demountables and Defence Division, responsible for organic and inorganic business and strategy development to drive continuous profitable growth globally in EMEA, APAC and in US. Driving and participating in business development and operational improvement projects. Also responsible for providing strategy-critical business and market intelligence services & analytics. Preparing business cases for growth opportunities and driving strategy development and implementation. Member of Hiab DMDF Division Leadership team.• Owning division strategy and supporting strategy work in the US, Japan, Poland, Finland market area and in addition Defence market worldwide. • Driving M&A strategy development and execution in the DMDF (ex DFRC) division. • Driving and participating in business development and operational improvement projects.• Driving and participating actively in Hiab wide strategy projects as a key team member.

As a Board Member at Leomuovi Group, I bring a wealth of expertise in strategy development and business growth. Leveraging my deep understanding of market dynamics and strategic planning, I collaborate with fellow board members to chart the course for the company's future success. My role involves providing strategic guidance, identifying new business opportunities, and fostering partnerships that drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage. Together with the board, I am committed to steering Leomuovi Group towards its strategic objectives and ensuring its continued success in the marketplace.

Turku Metropolitan Area

I am honored to lecture a Strategic Business Development course for second-year students at Turku University of Applied Sciences. Through this program, students gain valuable insights and skills in strategic thinking, strategy formulation, change management, business development, customer-centricity, and process optimization. My role is to cultivate the strategic acumen of future business leaders, empowering them with the tools needed to navigate the complexities of today's business world.

Finland

Engaged in the real estate industry as a hobby with my two brothers and a close friend. Our activities include the acquisition, renovation and rental of apartments. Currently, we are collectively managing a portfolio of ten apartments

Finland

I held the role of Head of Solutions Management, overseeing Business Development and Portfolio Management at Kiilto Professional Hygiene's Business division. In this dynamic role, my responsibilities encompassed the management and execution of strategic development initiatives.The scope of the Head of Solutions Management role entailed:- Leadership: I led a high-performing team of 10 individuals.- Strategic Vision: I played a pivotal role in formulating and executing strategic plans.- Market Penetration: I spearheaded go-to-market strategies and associated projects.- Partnership Cultivation: I identified and established vital, strategic cooperation partnerships.- M&A Initiatives: I drove mergers and acquisitions ventures.- Innovation and Project Ownership: I took the helm of pioneering projects and spearheaded new product development initiatives.- Business Model Innovation: I contributed to the development of new business models and pioneering approaches.- Data-Driven Decision-Making: I conducted in-depth analyses of business opportunities, leveraging quantitative insights to ensure the sustained, long-term growth and sustainability of the enterprise.Within our Solutions Management team, we focused our efforts on the development of Professional Hygiene solutions that delivered substantial value across diverse sectors, including Healthcare, Food Industry, Food Service, Technology Industry, and Professional Cleaning, spanning multiple markets. This encompassed the leadership of innovation planning and the creation of value-added, pertinent selling concepts. Our team was dedicated to accumulating and seamlessly integrating market and industry insights, crafting a strategic growth blueprint intertwined with solution concept development, all with the ultimate goal of delivering exceptional value to our customers.

Finland

I held the position of Business Development Manager, entrusted with the leadership of KiiltoClean's business expansion efforts within the Food and Farm Industry across all market areas.In this role, I spearheaded the development of customer-centric service offerings and product portfolios designed to propel growth within Kiilto's expansive market footprint. The core objective was to cultivate innovative solutions that not only met but exceeded the unique needs and expectations of our Food and Farm industry clientele, thereby creating significant value for our customers.

Finland

I held the position of Site Purchasing Manager for FläktGroup's Finland operations. In this role, I assumed a pivotal role overseeing both direct and indirect sourcing activities, encompassing a vast network of over 300 suppliers servicing three factories in Finland, with an annual budget exceeding 50 million euros.My primary objectives revolved around the development, planning, and meticulous implementation of sourcing strategies. These strategies were meticulously crafted with a clear emphasis on cost reduction while concurrently elevating quality, delivery efficiency, and the overall reliability of our suppliers and their delivered products. Additionally, I undertook the critical responsibility of orchestrating the planning and diligent tracking of procurement activities, cost management, budgets, and forecasts, all with the overarching goal of maximizing profitability.To enhance operational efficiency, I effectively leveraged the Continuous Improvement Process Sourcing (CIPS) methodologies, meticulously aligning our sourcing strategies with broader business objectives. Furthermore, I assumed a pivotal role in ensuring that our supply base and suppliers were equipped with the requisite capabilities and capacities to meet both current and future business requirements effectively.

Turku Area, Finland

I conducted my Master's thesis at Hiab Multilift Demountables in Raisio, Finland. The primary objective of my thesis was to investigate strategies for a manufacturing company to develop integrated solutions for its products within the global market. These solutions aimed to enhance the value proposition of Hiab Multilift demountables and its associated business network. To accomplish this, I engaged in in-depth interviews with key stakeholders across various countries, including England, Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Finland, Latvia, and Switzerland.Furthermore, during my tenure as a trainee, I actively contributed to the Product Management team at Hiab Multilift Demountables. In this role, I provided invaluable support to product managers, assisting them in their daily tasks and ongoing projects.Additionally, I was involved in a waste management initiative aimed at exploring opportunities within diverse EMEA markets. My responsibilities in this project encompassed comprehensive market mapping based on waste collection vehicle types and container categories across Europe. This involved quantifying market size in terms of units and value, identifying key stakeholders for each waste collection category, conducting gap analyses, and ultimately formulating strategic recommendations.

Finland

I held the role of Production Manager at Fläkt Woods Turku Fan Factory, where I oversaw two critical areas: the Dispatch and Goods Receiving Department, comprising six workers, and one of the factory's production lines, staffed by seven workers.My primary mandate was to provide effective leadership, aligning my team's efforts with both company objectives and customer demands. In pursuit of these goals, I conducted regular process reviews and diligently evaluated day-to-day operations. My key performance indicators revolved around achieving commendable On-Time Delivery (OTD) metrics, bolstering productivity, and ensuring a high standard of customer service. As a Production Supervisor, my unwavering commitment was to maximize team efficiency, and I consistently offered support in accordance with established operating standards.My other responsibilities Fläkt Woods Turku Fan factory were also ERP system administrator and production Planning where my main job was planning, scheduling, and expediting to ensure timely production and shipment of customer orders and to prepare production schedules that meet company objectives of meet customer demands.

Finland

In my role as a Production Planning Engineer, I held key responsibilities such as planning, scheduling, and expediting to ensure the timely production and shipment of customer orders. Additionally, I developed short and long-term capacity models and formulated production schedules that aligned with company objectives and customer demands. My role included translating high-level plans into detailed daily, weekly, and monthly production plans, with valuable input from the Production team. I also acted as a crucial interface between Production and Customer Service to guarantee the fulfillment of sales order requirements.As a Stock Manager, I diligently managed and maintained optimal storage conditions. I played a pivotal role in resolving inventory-related matters to balance goods inventories, ensuring they consistently met target levels. This encompassed the meticulous management of parts, components, raw materials, and supplies.Furthermore, I actively contributed to the procurement team, where my responsibilities involved the strategic purchase of materials essential for production processes.

Turku Area, Finland

I did my Bachelor's thesis ''CONTINUOUS INVENTORY ON MOBILE DATA TERMINALS'' at Fläkt Woods Turku fans factory.

I held a position as an Engineering Trainee, actively involved in the implementation process of the new ERP system known as QAD. My primary responsibility involved the creation of detailed manual instructions tailored to various use cases.

Turku, Finland

I served as an Engineering Trainee within the department of Machine Technology Center Turku Ltd. The focal point of my project was the development of innovative machining techniques for a billet. My specific role entailed comprehensive responsibilities, including research, meticulous planning, and the effective execution of test implementations.

Turku

I embarked on my journey with Hesburger immediately following the successful completion of my Finnish Matriculation Examination. Concurrently, I maintained my affiliation with Hesburger while pursuing my engineering studies at Turku University of Applied Sciences.

Doctor Of Science (M.Sc.) In Economics And Business Administration, International Business & International Marketing

The research is related to M&A

Master Of Science (M.Sc.) In Economics And Business Administration, Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

Major in Marketing. Minoring in International Business, Business Law and Management & Organization.

Bachelor Of Engineering (Beng), Mechanical Engineering

Exchange Student

Exchange student in Shanghai University of China 11.09.2009 – 16.12.2009