Welcome, New Colleagues!

Over the past summer months, Roima has had the pleasure of welcoming multiple new talents to its growing team.

We are delighted to introduce yet new additions to our Roima team! Since we announced the need for hiring 30 new employees at the beginning of the year, our HR has been very busy. The summer was no exception, and over the past months, we have been fortunate to have multiple new faces joining us across different locations.

Who are these new Roimians, what do they do at Roima and in their spare time, and how would they describe Roima in one word? Read on to find out.

On behalf of all Roimians, a warm welcome to the team, Jesse, Matti, Rosario, Heikki, Juhani, Mika and Hannu!

Jesse Saarimaa

Software Developer

Logistics and Retail, Espoo

Who are you?

I’m Jesse Saarimaa, Software Developer, and a Bachelor of Engineering in ICT. Currently developing the Roima Logistics software at Espoo office.
Why Roima?

I found Roima through a consulting company Experis Academy, went to a couple of meetings with the possible team and supervisors, completed a technical test, and here I am! I expect to learn a ton of new things in the field of logistics, software development and working as a team.
Where might we find you after work?

You probably can’t find me after work because I will be playing computer games on my battle station which I built with love and care. Or hanging out with my boxer dog boy.
How would you describe Roima in one word?

The one word to describe Roima would be ”motivating”.

Matti Seppälä

Senior Business Consultant

Discrete Manufacturing, Turku

Who are you?

I have a solid background in leading operations and enabling companies to grow. I have been working for years in industries like Elevators, Mining Equipment, Marine Propulsion, Fitness Equipment and subcontracting companies. In my experience, development with people, systems and needed investments often has a vital role in helping companies to succeed.
Why Roima?

My old colleague, who has been working at Roima for years, recommended me to send an application… And now, here I am. It is nice to utilize my experience with different industries and my background in operations development in different projects.
Where might we find you after work?

I like travelling and seeing local cultures. In holiday seasons, you might find me in Asia, especially in Indonesia, on a road trip. In everyday life, you can find me around Turku region in Finland. There are always activities going on with my wife, teenage son and daughter, plus our cat.
How would you describe Roima in one word?

With one word: inspirational.

Rosario Panzera

Purchase Controller / Accountant

CFO Office, Espoo

Who are you?

I am a 46 year-old Italian and a finance professional. At Roima, I work as Purchase Controller / Accountant while Ella Salovaara is on maternity leave. I live in Matinkylä, Espoo, with my 7 year-old daughter Chiara.
Why Roima?

Via Linkedin. I was looking for a company whose values I could identify myself with and where I could help develop financial processes using new automation technologies. During the interview process, I clearly felt that Roima’s spirit, values and current challenges were what I was looking for.
Where might we find you after work?

Either at the supermarket buying food, or at home cooking it 😊 In fact, I spend lot of my time with my daughter Chiara. Over the last years I have discovered a passion for bicycling and go for short rides in my neighborhood.
How would you describe Roima in one word?

Al dente 😊

Heikki Toivonen

MES Specialist

Tampere

Who are you?

I’m 35 years old and live in Forssa, Finland. My family includes my wife, two daughters aged 14 & 13 and a quite big bunch of animals. I have over 10 years of manufacturing / supply chain experience through various positions, and the last two years I have worked with ERP and MES systems.
Why Roima?

I was approached by a head hunter in LinkedIn, offering an open position at Roima. After that I did a quick research to learn what and who Roima is. I was very pleased with what I found out about Roima and replied that I was interested in the offered position. I’m looking forward to learning more about MES systems, through interesting projects and customers.
Where might we find you after work?

In summer, I spend time motorcycling, mostly one-day trips. We also have a joint hobby with my wife which is Geocaching, an absolutely great hobby to visit places you never would have visited otherwise.
How would you describe Roima in one word?

Inspirational.

Mika Mäkelä

UX Designer

Discrete Manufacturing, Seinäjoki

Who are you?

I’m a Visual/UI/UX designer who loves solving challenging problems. I am both a self-taught and formally educated designer, with more than 15 years of experience. I have applied my design skills in various industries from real estate, e-commerce, and advertising to healthcare, to both consumer-facing and business-to-business solutions.
Why Roima?

I have a friend that works in the company, and he told me that the culture here is top-notch and that management supports continuing education and learning on the job while rewarding hard work. Based on his assessment and encouragement, I applied for this open UX position.
Where might we find you after work?

In my logged off hours, I enjoy playing hockey or driving my motorcycle. But most of my free time I spend at the local ice hockey arena managing my sons hockey team or at horse stables with my daughter.
How would you describe Roima in one word?

Motivating.

Hannu Holopainen

Lead Business Consultant

Process Industries, Espoo

Who are you?

I’m Hannu, a passionate IT consultant from Helsinki. I have a PhD in theoretical physics, and after a few years of developing my own simulation tools, I decided that consulting is what I want to do when I grow up. Now I have several years of experience with a couple of different technologies.
Why Roima?

I heard about Roima for the first time over 5 years ago when Roima started as a DELMIA Quintiq partner. After spending a few years outside of planning systems, it felt like a good idea to get back in the game, and Roima felt like a very natural option for me.
Where might we find you after work?

You can find me wondering in the woods; sometimes you could even find me lying in my hammock. I also like city life a lot, and you might well spot me in the audience at some gig. Occasionally I might be on stage myself with my bass.
How would you describe Roima in one word?

Partner.