Harvesting Data & Optimization Lead

Stora Enso Group; Finland; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stora Enso is seeking a Harvesting Development Specialist to lead and execute development projects across Finland and Sweden, focusing on digitalization and optimization of harvesting processes to increase timber value and efficiency.

The role demands strong analytical skills, experience with large datasets, and collaboration across functions. Fluent Finnish and English, travel within Finland, and a relevant quantitative degree are required.

Qualifications

• Relevant university degree in forestry, engineering, data science, industrial engineering, or another quantitative field.
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve complex technical and analytical problems.
• Experience working with and analyzing large, complex datasets.
• Experience developing or applying optimization models, operations research, mathematical programming, simulation, or similar analytical techniques.
• Proficiency in Python and/or R for data analysis, statistical modeling, and data processing.
• Interest in digitalization, emerging technologies, and data-driven ways of working.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
• Fluent in Finnish and English, both written and spoken.
• Valid driver's license (Category B).
• Willingness to travel, primarily within Finland.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical development projects in harvesting in close collaboration with teams in Finland and through cross-border collaboration with the Swedish team.
• Optimize timber value and harvesting outcomes through analysis, modeling, and the development of improved methods and processes.
• Analyze and manage large datasets to support decision-making, simulations, and improvement initiatives.
• Act as one of the key links between Precision Forestry development and harvesting operations.
• Develop and implement new technologies and digital solutions to support harvesting operations (e.g., digital tools, system support, sensor data, and optimization solutions).
• Act as a link between operations and machine manufacturers in technical development projects.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, contractor operations, planning, and production support.
• Ensure documentation, follow-up, and reporting to secure methodology, compliance, and quality.
• Contribute to standardization and competence development within harvesting across the organization.

Job description

Stora Enso is seeking a Harvesting Development Specialist to lead and execute development projects across Finland and Sweden, focusing on digitalization and optimization of harvesting processes to increase timber value and efficiency.

The role demands strong analytical skills, experience with large datasets, and collaboration across functions. Fluent Finnish and English, travel within Finland, and a relevant quantitative degree are required.