Annie Forrester
About Annie Forrester
Annie Forrester is a Strategic Sourcing Manager at Sutter Health, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management, having held various roles at Verizon and Ampcus Inc.
Current Role at Sutter Health
Annie Forrester serves as the Strategic Sourcing Manager for Capital Equipment & Services at Sutter Health. She has held this position since 2019, contributing to the organization from Roseville, California. In her role, she implements strategic sourcing initiatives that enhance supplier relationships and improve patient experiences. Her focus on creating positive relationships with suppliers aims to boost internal customer satisfaction.
Previous Experience at Ampcus Inc
Annie Forrester worked at Ampcus Inc in various capacities. She was the Director of Business Development from 2015 to 2018 for three years in the Sacramento, California area. In 2019, she took on the role of Director of Proposal Management for eight months. Her experience at Ampcus Inc contributed to her expertise in strategic sourcing and business development.
Career at Verizon Wireless
Annie Forrester has extensive experience at Verizon Wireless, where she held multiple roles over a span of several years. She served as a Retail Sales Manager from 1993 to 1997 in the Greater San Diego Area. Later, she worked as a Sourcing Manager from 2003 to 2012 and as a Supplier Relationship Manager from 2012 to 2015, both in the Sacramento, California area. Additionally, she was a Product Marketing Manager from 1999 to 2003 in the Greater San Diego Area.
Education and Academic Background
Annie Forrester studied at Excelsior College, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1986 to 1990. This academic background laid the foundation for her career in strategic sourcing and business development.
Leadership and Specialization
Annie Forrester specializes in transformational leadership with a focus on improving patient experiences through strategic sourcing. Her approach emphasizes the importance of supplier relationships and internal customer satisfaction, which are integral to her current role at Sutter Health.