Software Asset Manager

Key Role and Responsibilities

• Software Inventory Management Maintain an accurate inventory of all software assets including licenses versions and installations
• License Compliance Ensure compliance with software licensing agreements and manage renewals and audits
• Procurement Support Assist in the procurement of software liaising with Finance team for the Invoicing Billing and maintenance of agreements in the designated repositories
• Usage Monitoring Monitor software usage to identify underutilized licenses and opportunities for cost savings
• Policy Development Develop and enforce software asset management policies and procedures
• Reporting Generate regular reports on software usage compliance and cost savings
• Vendor Management Maintain relationships with software vendors and manage contracts and agreements
• Training and Support Provide training and support to staff on software asset management best practices
• Responsible for managing and optimizing the companys software assets ensuring compliance with licensing agreements and supporting costeffective software procurement and usage
• Experience with cloudbased software and licensing models
• Expertise in Tier 1 Publishers Microsoft Adobe Oracle SAP
• Expertise in License Cost Optimization and Saving Opportunities
• Expertise in managing ELP for all major publishers and compliance
• Ensuring there is no Noncompliance and associated risks
• Governance
• Review service commitments if any KPIs metrics
• Perform Software asset audits when required
• Work with necessary teams to ensure publisher audit readiness
• Conducts prereview of reports related to assets
• Identify policy or process violations and address the same

Skills required

• Strong understanding of software licensing and compliance
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Proficiency in SAM tools ServiceNow SAM Pro Flexera
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• Education Bachelors degree in information technology Computer Science or a related field
• Experience Minimum of 3 years of experience in software asset management or a related role
• Preferred Certifications
• Certification in Software Asset Management eg CSAM
• ITIL4 Foundation