Software Asset Manager (Hybrid)

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement software asset management policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with software licenses and legal requirements.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of all software assets, including licenses, contracts, and entitlements.
• Track and manage software license agreements, ensuring renewals and maintenance are properly executed.
• Conduct regular audits to verify software installations and license compliance.
• Collaborate with IT and procurement teams to plan and optimize software purchases and licensing agreements.
• Monitor and report on software usage and metrics to identify opportunities for cost savings and optimization.
• Ensure software assets are properly tracked, recorded, and accounted for in asset management systems or tools.
• Work with vendors and negotiate software contracts and licensing agreements to obtain favorable terms and conditions.
• Stay up-to-date with software licensing models, industry trends, and changes in software license agreements.
• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders on software asset management practices and compliance.
• Aid in resolving software license compliance issues, disputes, and audits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven experience in software asset management or related roles.
• Strong understanding of software licensing, compliance, audits, SaaS governance, and procurement processes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with software asset management tools and systems.
• Experience leading software asset management, IT asset management, or enterprise software operations teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of ITIL or other asset management frameworks is a plus.
• Professional certifications in software asset management (such as CSAM or CHAMP) are a plus.