Chris Swan
About Chris Swan
Chris Swan serves as the Head of Operations, SRM and Sustainable Procurement at QBE Insurance, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in account management and procurement, having held various roles in companies such as Mantra Group, Dimension Data, and Ovolo Hotels.
Current Role at QBE Insurance Group
Chris Swan serves as the Head of Operations, SRM and Sustainable Procurement at QBE Insurance Group. In this role, he is responsible for managing various categories, including Marketing, Travel, and Fleet, across the organization. He focuses on category strategy development and implementation, stakeholder management, risk profiling and management, and strategic sourcing. His expertise in sustainable procurement practices contributes to the company's operational efficiency and environmental goals.
Previous Experience at QBE Insurance Group
Before his current position, Chris Swan held multiple roles at QBE Insurance Group. He worked as a Category Manager from 2018 to 2021, where he was involved in managing procurement categories and developing strategies to enhance operational performance. He also served as the SRM & Sustainable Procurement Manager for a year in 2021, focusing on supplier relationship management and sustainable practices within the procurement process.
Professional Background in Hospitality and Sales
Chris Swan has a diverse background in hospitality and sales. He worked at Ovolo Hotels as the Senior Regional Sales Manager for Australia from 2015 to 2018, where he managed sales operations in Sydney. Prior to that, he was a Senior National Account Manager at Mantra Group from 2013 to 2015 and a National Account Manager from 2010 to 2013. His earlier experience includes a role as a Licensing & SAM Consultant at Dimension Data and a trainer at H&L Australia.
Educational Qualifications
Chris Swan studied at the University of Western Sydney, where he earned a Bachelor of Business with a focus on Hospitality Management. His education spanned from 2005 to 2009, providing him with a solid foundation in business principles and hospitality operations, which he has applied throughout his career in various managerial roles.