Director, Data Scouting

CPP Investments | Investissements RPC•Toronto, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

External data is a critical input into investment decision-making at CPP Investments. The quality, cost, and accessibility of that data directly influence how effectively teams can source opportunities, assess risk, and execute strategies across the Fund. As Director, Data Scouting, you will lead the capability responsible for how the firm sources, governs, and manages external data. You will shape supplier strategy, lead complex commercial negotiations, and ensure consistent and well-governed practices. You will act as a trusted partner to investment teams and enterprise functions, influencing data investment decisions and driving greater transparency, efficiency, and value from the firm’s external data spend.

Requirements

Experience leading market data, vendor management, or sourcing functions in complex environments
Proven track record negotiating high-value, complex commercial agreements
Strong commercial judgement and cost management discipline
Ability to influence senior stakeholders and shape decisions without direct authority
Deep understanding of data vendor landscape and market practices
Experience building and leading high-performing teams

Nice To Haves

CFA/CAIA designation or equivalent investment domain knowledge is an asset
You are motivated to contribute to something larger than yourself, approach complex challenges with rigor, and hold yourself to high standards in a collaborative, performance-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Align and continuously improve external data offerings to business needs, identifying opportunities to improve value, reduce duplication, and strengthen portfolio efficiency
Establish transparency into external data spend and usage, enabling informed decision-making and effective cost management
Provide strategic guidance to business partners on data sourcing options, vendor capabilities, and commercial structures
Shape and challenge data investment decisions to improve value-for-money and ensure disciplined sourcing practices
Lead evaluation, analysis, and negotiation of large and complex data contracts across multiple business units, ensuring optimal value-for-money
Act as the central control point for all third-party data contracts, ensuring consistency, compliance, and risk management
Identify and execute cost savings and avoidance opportunities through contract reviews, product substitution, and firm-wide consolidation
Own strategic vendor relationships, including ongoing performance management, governance, and engagement with key suppliers
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of market data professionals
Build strong relationships across the organization, including with senior stakeholders, and use influence and coaching to drive alignment and embed scalable processes that enable sustained change.