Heli Virtala

I’m Sourcing & Supply Chain Director with nearly 20 years of experience in operations, logistics, and sourcing in the electronics industry. My core expertise is in S&OP, inventory management, logistics, and sourcing, supported by a background in electronics production engineering. I have a business-oriented approach and focus on cost efficiency, process adherence, and reliable execution. I value strong partnerships with customers and suppliers and enjoy working on innovation, problem-solving, negotiations, and productivity improvements. See my LinkedIn.

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November 27, 2025

Systematic Supplier Management Brings Competitive Advantage and Customer Value

The supplier network is one of the cornerstones of Teleste’s supply chain. When supplier collaboration is systematic, transparent, and strategically managed – and when supplier performance is actively measured and continuously improved – it’s not just an internal sourcing process, it’s a direct competitive advantage that benefits our customers.