Oliver Wyman - Head of External Data Vendor Management

About Oliver Wyman

Oliver Wyman, a Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) business, is a management consulting firm driven by deep industry insight, bold innovation, and a collaborative approach that cuts through complexity to help organizations navigate their most defining transformative moments.

For more information, visit oliverwyman.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.   

The Opportunity

Oliver Wyman is seeking a strategic leader to join our team as the Global Head of External Data Vendor Management.

In this pivotal role, you will oversee and optimize our extensive portfolio of data and expert vendors, driving the strategic value derived from these partnerships to enhance our consulting services across various industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Vendor Management: Developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy for managing Oliver Wyman’s portfolio of external data vendors, ensuring alignment with our strategic objectives.

• Data Utilization and Value Maximization: Identifying and unlocking the value of vendor data sources to enhance consulting services and deliver actionable insights to clients.

• Technology and AI Integration: Staying abreast of emerging technologies and lead initiatives to integrate AI solutions, ensuring we remain at the forefront of innovation.

• Cost Management and Optimization: Analyzing spending patterns and vendor performance to identify opportunities for cost savings while implementing metrics to evaluate vendor ROI.

• Team Leadership and Development: Leading and mentoring a diverse team of professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development.

• Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Interfacing with senior leadership to align data management strategies with broader organizational goals and represent Oliver Wyman in external forums.

Who We Are Looking For:

• We’re keen to hear from individuals with proven experience in external data vendor management, vendor management, and strategic planning

• Experience gained from within a consulting or professional services environment is preferred

• You’ll have strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and generate actionable insights.

• You’ll bring demonstrated experience in managing teams and fostering a collaborative work environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders will be key strengths for you.

• Familiarity with AI technologies and their application in data management and analytics is expected

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred.

The applicable base salary range for this role is $163,000 to $221,000.

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.

Oliver Wyman is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit oliverwyman.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X. 

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