Market Data Expert Leader, Natixis

Financial services professional with over 20 years of experience in market data management, vendor negotiations, strategic sourcing, managed process transitions, setting procedures and risk management etc. Previously worked with global financial institutions like Standard Chartered, State Street, Goldman Sachs, UBS, Reuters, and hp and held key positions in delivering strategic sourcing solutions, optimizing market data operations, license management, cost optimization, automation, and performance improvements.

Currently designated as a Market Data Expert Leader at Natixis, Portugal, specializes in cost optimization, contract negotiations, license management, managing audits and process automations. Successfully led initiatives to streamline vendor management, licensing, and data analytics, resulting in significant cost savings and operational efficiencies. My expertise extends across key areas such as vendor negotiations, business analysis, market data audits, entitlement management, reporting obligations and compliance.

Managed high-value vendor relationships with Bloomberg, Reuters/Refinitiv, S&P, ICE, and Moody´s, MSCI etc. in negotiating favorable terms and ensuring its alignment with business objectives. Played a pivotal role in market data licensing, risk mitigation, and vendor rationalization, reducing expenses while maintaining data integrity. Key contributions to industry forums like IPUG, COSSIOM etc., highlighted thought leadership in market data best practices.