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ANDREA ANDREWS
TITLE : EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
LOCATION : SA HEALTH

“ I don ' t believe there is a finish line . I think that technology will keep evolving and improving , and we will have to evolve with it ”

ANDREA ANDREWS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT , SA HEALTH

EXECUTIVE BIO

Andrea is the Chief Procurement
Officer , South Australian Health . She has more than 20 years experience across private , public and not-for-profit sectors in Australia and the United Kingdom . Her experience has proved invaluable throughout the COVID- 19 pandemic , navigating the various challenges with procurement and supply chains . Recognising the prompt actions required at the commencement of COVID-19 allowed for a team , led by Andrea , to oversee logistics supporting the State wide response .
Andrea is driven to maximize results and deliver value for money through the establishment of crossfunctional relationships . She understands the importance of mutually beneficial partnerships with business leaders , customers , suppliers and service providers all with the patient in mind .