Are you a detail-oriented procurement professional with a passion for operational excellence and cross-regional collaboration Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where your expertise in sourcing and procurement makes a real impact If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

About the Role

As aProcurement Operations Associatewithin Group Procurement at Swiss Re, you will play a pivotal role in driving sourcing and procurement activities across theAPAC region. This is a dynamic, hands-on role that sits at the intersection of operational procurement and strategic sourcing - where your expertise will directly support the business in managing supplier relationships, ensuring compliance, and delivering commercial value. You will be part of a collaborative, globally connected team that is committed to making procurement a strategic enabler for the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage end to end S2C (Source to Contract) process across APAC
- Drive strategic sourcing and indirect operational buyingacross all non-IT categories in the APAC region, including Skilled Services, HR Services, Property Services, and Business Services
- Execute sourcing events and contract activitiesby drafting contracts and launching RFPs on the Coupa procurement platform, in line with Swiss Re Procurement guidelines
- Monitor and enforce compliancewith applicable Swiss Re procurement policies and procedures, proactively identifying and addressing gaps
- Support regional procurement managerswith execution-related tasks, ensuring seamless delivery of procurement activities across multiple geographies
- Collaborate with Category Managersin defining requirements and identifying potential suppliers, contributing to robust supplier pipelines and effective supplier engagement
- Leverage Coupa platform capabilitiesacross modules including sourcing events, requisitions, Purchase Order approvals, contract management, and reporting




- Partner with cross-country teamsacross diverse work cultures, bringing adaptability, cultural awareness, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

- Manage end-to-end PR to PO processesfor the APAC region in alignment with Group Procurement Guidelines, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance at every stage

About the Team

Group Procurementis a team providing global support for procurement and sourcing activities across Swiss Re. The team manages the entire procurement lifecycle - from procurement operations through to Source-to-Contract (S2C) processes - including supplier due diligence, ensuring robust governance and commercial excellence throughout.

Within Group Procurement, theNon-IT Category teamis responsible for sourcing and procurement support across Professional Services, HR Services, Property Services, and Business Services. The team manages high-value consulting projects across India and the APAC region, with a strong focus on effective supplier engagement, commercial excellence, and strict adherence to procurement policies.

About You

We are looking for a proactive and collaborative procurement professional who brings a strong operational mindset combined with excellent communication skills. You are someone who thrives in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment, can manage competing priorities with ease, and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality outcomes. You bring cultural agility, a keen eye for detail, and a genuine passion for procurement excellence.

We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:





- Minimum 5 years of solid experience in supporting sourcing and procurement functions, ideally within a multinational organisation with APAC regional scope.
- Manage end to end S2C (Source to Contract) process across APAC
- Hands-on experience with Coupaor a comparable procurement platform, including sourcing events, requisition management, Purchase Order approvals, contract management, and reporting modules
- Proven expertise in indirect procurementacross non-IT categories such as Professional Services, HR Services, Property Services, or Business Services

These are additional nice to haves:

- Experience working acrossmultiple APAC countriesand navigating diverse regulatory and cultural environments
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex and evolving procurement scenarios in a clear and concise manner to a variety of stakeholders
- Highly developed analytical skillswith strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
- Familiarity withSource-to-Contract (S2C) processesand supplier due diligence frameworks
- Experience collaborating withCategory Managersand contributing to supplier identification and requirements development
- A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify process efficiencies and drive operational enhancements

Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week.

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📌 Procurement Operations Associate (Bengaluru)
🏢 Swiss Re
📍 Bengaluru