Sourcing Market Data Services

Responsibilities

We are currently seeking a Expert to join the Sourcing Market Data Services. The individual needs to be a dynamic, highly client-focused individual with proven experience within Market Data.

The individual will have experience in working with the main suppliers in globally of Market Data.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal, client and supplier stakeholders.
• Conduct market tenders, benchmark activities and manage the evaluation across cross-functional teams to determine selected suppliers.
• Sourcing of indirect spend category Market Data Services globally.
• Lead, prepare and execute the RF(x) processes.
• Support analysis of proposals and producing recommendations.
• Negotiate deals to achieve optimal commercial, products/services, compliance and contractual outcomes
• Draft contracts based on standard terms and conditions.
• Identify ways to improve related business-as-usual processes.
• Day-to-day operational process management and support of relevant operational and P2P processes to ensure accurate and timely ordering and receipt of goods and services.

Requirements

• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain Management or equal (bachelor’s degree).
• General understanding of Sourcing Operations and Tactical Buying processes and best practice.
• Minimum (5+ years) of progressive experience in indirect procurement and 5+ years in specific category of Market Data Services in an international (corporate) environment.
• Experience in review, negotiation, and execution of contracts with vendors.
• Experienced in conducting tenders (RFI, RFP, RFQ).
• Specific know-how in Market Data Services and other professional services is preferred.
• Understanding of typical risks and contractual mitigation/management of such. Problem-solving, relationship management, escalation management and influencing skills with a strong customer-service orientation.
• High attention to details.
• Experience in working with market leading sourcing tools/systems would be a plus.
• Excellent English (native, C1 or equivalent) written and verbal communication skills. Any additional language considered a plus