Elaine Thia

Elaine Thia is a seasoned professional in strategic sourcing and procurement, currently serving as Senior Manager of Strategic Sourcing at AustralianSuper since June 2021. Previously, Elaine held various roles at Telstra from 2004 to 2021, including Senior Procurement Specialist for Supply Chain and Technology, Practice Senior Lead for Data, Reporting & Analytics, Team Manager for Procurement and Supply Chain Analytics, and Project Manager, among others. Elaine's expertise encompasses developing supply chain strategies, delivering data-driven insights, managing supplier relationships, and leading teams to drive business improvement. Elaine holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with a major in Accounting and Finance from the University of Melbourne.