Director- Market Data Inventory Management (Corporate Service)

relationships with providers of market data content and services while partnering with Analysts and business units to evaluate, and understand business market data requirements, to identify the data sources and vendor products needed to execute the business, and to influence and advise on best-fit solutions. Key functions of the Market Data Sourcing role include Strategic data provider relationship management, advisor to business units and Market Data Analysts, analysis of BU requirements and consumption drivers and development, negotiation and execution of data agreements. As a member of Market Data Inventory Management team, an individual will maintain inventory of market data providers and their products in accordance with pricing rules outlined in market data contracts. The role requires management of client requests queue; data modifications using inventory system and tools; interaction with market data providers as well as internal Sourcing, Analyst, Admin, Expense Management, and Technology groups; other activities necessary to maintain up-to-date inventory of market data use focusing on client services and data quality.

Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.

What you'll do in the role:

• Preferred candidate will have experience working with FITS inventory management tool. Familiarity with market data providers, product administration, and financial management is a plus.

• FITS data entry including basic management of pricing records, platforms, and billing accounts

• Reception and validation of inventory reports from external vendors

• Inventory bulk loads and exceptions processing

• Management of inventory Jira queue

• Processing of ad-hoc inventory change requests

• End-of-month closing and data validation

• Submission of declarations using vendor tools

• Resolution of basic inventory data inquiries and inventory reports

• Maintenance and creation of documentation Skills Required: Candidate must be organized, detail-focused, self-motivated, and flexible. Must be able to synthesize information from various sources into a cohesive solution, look for and advocate workflow efficiencies. Ability to work in a constantly changiing environment, prioritize, and meet deadlines is a must. Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

What you'll bring to the role:

• Experience working with FITS Inventory Management tool or other market data inventory system.

• Knowledge of market data industry, vendors, and products. Sufficient Microsoft Office, particularly Excel & Access, skills.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 85 years. At our foundation are five core values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - that guide our more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you'll find trusted colleagues, committed mentors and a culture that values diverse perspectives, individual intellect and cross-collaboration. We Firm is differentiated by the caliber of our diverse team. While our company culture and commitment to inclusion define our legacy and shape our future, helping to strengthen our business and bring value to clients around the world. Learn more about how we put this commitment to action: morganstanley.com/diversity. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry.

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.