Procurement Specialist Data (Hybrid)

About the role

We are excited to announce an opening for a Procurement Specialist Data to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role focuses on the strategic procurement of third-party data essential for the reinsurance and insurance sectors, including financial markets information, market risk data, ratings, ESG data, and more. The position offers a unique opportunity to delve into a broad range of data procurement, catering to complex and highly interesting use cases and requirements.

We are particularly keen to encourage applications from individuals who are motivated to learn, grow, and contribute to our inclusive and high-performing team culture. We believe in the value of diverse perspectives and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive.

Responsibilities:
•    Spearhead the procurement of a wide array of third-party data, ensuring access to critical market insights and analytics.
•    Lead commercial negotiations and manage the full lifecycle of contracts from initiation to completion, including legal reviews and vendor due diligence.
•    Conduct comprehensive RFx processes, followed by meticulous contract management to uphold high standards of compliance and efficiency.
•    Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business needs, fostering insights into reinsurance and insurance business processes.
•    Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure digital governance compliance, contributing to the strategic goals of the organisation.

About the Team

Joining our Data Procurement team means becoming an integral part of IT & Data Procurement within the Group Procurement Team at Swiss Re. Our unit prides itself on a concise yet high-performing culture, emphasising collaboration, learning, and growth. Based in key locations such as Bratislava, Zurich, and London, Mexico and Bangalore, our team operates on a global scale, ensuring excellence in procurement processes and strategies.
 

About You

•    You hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree, ideally in Economics, Business Administration, Procurement, or Supply Chain Management.
•    You possess 3-4 years of experience in data procurement or a related field, within a global organisation.
•    Your negotiation skills are top-notch, with a proven track record of achieving significant cost savings and service improvements.
•    Detail-oriented and process-driven, you are committed to high standards of quality and compliance.
•    You have excellent communication skills in English (knowledge of another language, especially German, is a plus).
•    You are proactive, a keen problem solver, and enthusiastic about continuous learning and contributing to customer success.
 

This job offer is suitable for people who have been impacted by the invasion of Ukraine.

The minimum gross monthly base salary for this role is 2000 EUR full time. Our final offer to you will be set up fairly, considering the skills and experience that you bring to the Swiss Re Group.

You can look forward to extra rewards and benefits including an attractive performance-based bonus.

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