Andrew Bowditch -

Andrew Bowditch is a seasoned purchasing professional with a strong background in procurement and supply chain management, holding a BA (Hons) in Purchasing & Supply Chain Management from the University of South Wales. Currently serving as Purchasing Manager at Microchip Technology Inc. since February 2020, Andrew leads a cross-functional team responsible for tactical procurement across multiple manufacturing sites. Previous experience includes a Senior Buyer role at Microsemi Corporation, focusing on cost reduction and procurement strategy, and Tactical Buyer at International Rectifier, where Andrew contributed to global procurement initiatives. Andrew also has a solid history in managing significant expenditures and achieving cost savings targets at Hawker Siddeley Switchgear Ltd. and has foundational experience from a position at Robert Bosch.