Angus Wray
About Angus Wray
Angus Wray is an Information Technology Procurement Manager at QBE Insurance, specializing in resilient contractual arrangements and innovative procurement practices. With over 18 years of experience in digital media and marketing procurement, he has held various roles at Telstra and Pacific Magazines, advising C-suite executives and managing procurement risk.
Current Role at QBE Insurance Group
Angus Wray serves as the Information Technology Procurement Manager at QBE Insurance, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for managing risk and ensuring rigorous governance in IT procurement. He collaborates with fast-paced project teams, Heads of Technology, and Legal departments to implement best practice procurement strategies. His focus is on delivering commercially resilient contractual arrangements that enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Telstra
Angus Wray has extensive experience at Telstra, where he held multiple roles over several years. He worked as a Senior Product Manager from 2014 to 2015 and as a Senior Producer from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, he served as Senior Vendor Manager - Category Owner for Media Content & Platforms from 2015 to 2018, and as Category Owner for Creative & Production Agencies, Media Buying from 2018 to 2021. His roles at Telstra focused on product management, vendor management, and procurement strategies.
Education and Academic Background
Angus Wray studied at the University of Auckland, where he focused on Law Intermediate and earned a Bachelor’s Degree. He also attended the University of Otago, where he studied History and achieved a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.). His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in procurement and contractual arrangements.
Expertise in Procurement and Digital Media
With over 18 years of experience, Angus Wray specializes in digital media, marketing procurement, and B2B partnerships. His expertise spans mobile applications, platforms, and devices. He emphasizes competitive RFx outcomes that prioritize thought leadership and partnership building over cost-based decisions. His ability to advise and partner with C-suite executives is a key strength in his professional practice.
Role at Pacific Magazines
Before his tenure at Telstra, Angus Wray worked at Pacific Magazines as a TVC Producer from 2008 to 2009. This role contributed to his extensive background in media and production, further enhancing his skills in managing procurement and vendor relationships in the media sector.