Strategic Data Acquisitions Lead

Aaru; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Vision and dental coverage

Equity participation

Visa sponsorship and relocation support

Job summary

Aaru is looking for a Data Acquisitions Specialist in New York City to help secure high-value external datasets that enhance simulations. The role involves vendor outreach, relationship building, and evaluating data quality.

Applicants should have 3+ years of relevant experience, a strong understanding of the alternative data ecosystem, and excellent organizational skills for managing multiple vendor communications.

Aaru is an in-person company that offers competitive salaries along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data acquisitions or business development focused on external datasets.
• Strong understanding of what makes a dataset valuable.
• Confidence in conducting outreach and building relationships with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure high-value third-party datasets.
• Conduct outbound outreach to develop vendor relationships.
• Coordinate sample reviews and evaluate datasets for quality and usability.
• Negotiate licensing rights and other key commercial terms.

Skills

Experience in data acquisitions

Understanding of alternative data ecosystem

Strong commercial instincts

Vendor relationship management

Organizational skills

Job description

Aaru is looking for a Data Acquisitions Specialist in New York City to help secure high-value external datasets that enhance simulations. The role involves vendor outreach, relationship building, and evaluating data quality.

Applicants should have 3+ years of relevant experience, a strong understanding of the alternative data ecosystem, and excellent organizational skills for managing multiple vendor communications.

Aaru is an in-person company that offers competitive salaries along with comprehensive benefits.