Andrea Parnau
About Andrea Parnau
Andrea Parnau serves as the Director of Sourcing Operations at Plexus Corp., where she has worked since 2020. With extensive experience in project management and supply chain management, she has significantly contributed to optimizing sourcing operations within the company.
Work at Plexus
Andrea Parnau serves as the Director of Sourcing Operations at Plexus Corp., a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on optimizing sourcing operations to enhance operational efficiency. Her extensive experience in project management enables her to ensure timely and cost-efficient delivery of products for large order customers. Andrea's contributions have been significant in streamlining processes within the company.
Education and Expertise
Andrea Parnau earned her Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where she studied from 2009 to 2011. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Economics and Finance from Wisconsin Lutheran College, studying from 2005 to 2009. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her expertise in supply chain management and sourcing operations.
Background
Andrea Parnau has a strong background in supply chain management, having held senior roles in sourcing and supply chain operations across various companies. Before joining Plexus Corp., she worked at Briggs & Stratton as a Senior Supply Chain Manager - Global Support from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, she served as a Senior Sourcing Manager at Direct Supply from 2008 to 2017 in the Greater Milwaukee Area.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Andrea Parnau has been instrumental in optimizing sourcing operations at Plexus Corp. Her focus on project management has contributed to the company's operational efficiency. Her previous roles at Briggs & Stratton and Direct Supply further demonstrate her capability in managing complex supply chain challenges and delivering results for large order customers.