Global Data Licensing & Sourcing Lead

Equifax, Inc.; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Equifax, Inc. is seeking a Data Category Manager to lead global sourcing initiatives, contract negotiations for data assets, software licensing, and cloud services.

You will partner with leadership across the world to drive savings and commercial agreements that support long-term strategic growth. The role sits in Alpharetta, GA with a blend of in-office collaboration (Mon-Thu) and Friday remote flexibility, shaping data strategies and risk mitigation across multiple functions including Legal,

Qualifications

• 7+ years of direct business experience in software licensing and strategic contract negotiation.
• 4+ years of experience in data acquisition negotiation and execution.
• 5+ years of experience structuring and negotiating SaaS and PaaS agreements.
• Strong foundational knowledge of contract law and data licensing models.
• Working knowledge of application interfaces, technology architecture, and enterprise cloud infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data and related software contract negotiation and renewal processes globally to maximize value and savings.
• Partner with Senior Management, Technical Staff, and cross-functional teams worldwide to negotiate long-term strategic agreements.
• Source data for resale or integration into Equifax products with technology and business unit leaders.
• Monitor market dynamics and collaborate with Product Managers and Sales Leaders on negotiation strategies.
• Lead cross-functional alignment to evaluate use cases and data licensing structures (FCRA & Non-FCRA).
• Drive global vendor governance and risk mitigation across third-party technology and data providers.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Data licensing

SaaS and PaaS agreements

Cloud infrastructure

Vendor governance

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Equifax, Inc. is seeking a Data Category Manager to lead global sourcing initiatives, contract negotiations for data assets, software licensing, and cloud services.

You will partner with leadership across the world to drive savings and commercial agreements that support long-term strategic growth. The role sits in Alpharetta, GA with a blend of in-office collaboration (Mon-Thu) and Friday remote flexibility, shaping data strategies and risk mitigation across multiple functions including Legal,