London: Senior Market Data Sourcing Strategist

Chain IQ; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global procurement service provider is seeking an experienced professional to lead sourcing initiatives for Market Data Services in a major client organization. The role requires a strategic individual with strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage relationships with senior stakeholders. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of relevant sourcing experience. A competitive remuneration package is provided.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Professional development opportunities

Supportive, collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ end-to-end experience in Market Data Services sourcing.
• Extensive experience managing complex vendor relationships and agreements.
• Proven success in developing and executing category strategies.

Responsibilities

• Work on client site, ensuring high-quality delivery against targets.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with senior client stakeholders.
• Shape and execute complex sourcing strategies, negotiating optimal terms.

Skills

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Strong negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities

Positive, accountable, and proactive

Familiar with MDS sourcing tools

Highly organized

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

A global procurement service provider is seeking an experienced professional to lead sourcing initiatives for Market Data Services in a major client organization. The role requires a strategic individual with strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage relationships with senior stakeholders. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of relevant sourcing experience. A competitive remuneration package is provided.