Gabi Bywater
About Gabi Bywater
Gabi Bywater is a Senior Category Manager at QBE Insurance, with extensive experience in project management and category management across various sectors including government and banking. She holds multiple degrees in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management from Charles Sturt University and has a proven track record in developing supplier relationships and generating efficiencies through strategic sourcing.
Work at QBE Insurance Group
Gabi Bywater currently holds the position of Senior Category Manager at QBE Insurance Group, a role she has occupied since 2021. In this capacity, she focuses on category management and supplier relationship development to enhance business performance. Bywater's responsibilities include managing the quantifiable outputs and value of Human Resource contributions to the organization. Her experience in strategic sourcing and transformational projects supports her efforts to create a commercial advantage for QBE.
Previous Experience at REVMAX Australia
Before joining QBE Insurance Group, Gabi Bywater worked at REVMAX Australia as a Senior Project Manager. She held this position for a total of 14 months, from 2020 to 2021, during which she was based in Sydney, New South Wales. Her role involved overseeing project initiatives and contributing to the company's operational goals.
Background in Government and Education
Gabi Bywater has extensive experience in the public sector, having worked at the Department of Education, Procurement Directorate as a Project Manager from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, she served as Director of Category Management for Human Services at NSW Treasury | NSW Procurement from 2011 to 2019. This background provided her with executive accountability experience across various industries, including government, banking, insurance, and retail.
Education and Expertise
Gabi Bywater has a strong educational background in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management, having studied at Charles Sturt University. She earned a Bachelor of Business, a Graduate Certificate, a Graduate Diploma, and two Master's degrees in related fields. Her academic qualifications complement her professional skills in change management, e-sourcing, and performance measurement.
Achievements in Procurement and Category Management
Throughout her career, Gabi Bywater has generated efficiencies worth multi millions of dollars for organizations and government departments through best practice procurement methods. She specializes in managing various categories, including fleet, travel, energy, and professional services. Her capabilities in risk management, governance, and compliance further enhance her contributions to the organizations she serves.