Principal TPM, Data Acquisition Operations and Governance
Core
Define vendor data needs, source and evaluate data vendors, and lead commercial diligence and contract negotiation for data acquisition and governance.
Role type
Principal Technical Program Manager (Data Acquisition & Governance)
Builds
Scalable procurement processes, vendor acquisition pipelines, and commercial partnership frameworks.
Domain
Data services, AI, technology, and research
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
vendor sourcing, commercial diligence, deal structuring, contract negotiation, vendor management, cross-functional coordination, data rights and licensing expertise, privacy compliance, program management
Preferred skills
experience in fast-moving technical environments, team leadership, building scalable systems for pipeline and spend management
Technologies
data licensing platforms, contract management systems
Responsibilities
Partner with stakeholders to define data sourcing strategies; source and evaluate prospective data vendors; lead commercial negotiations and deal structuring; oversee vendor management processes and contractual milestones; coordinate cross-functional initiatives across Business Development, Legal, Privacy, and Engineering.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with management responsibilities
