Software Asset Manager - Cloud and Infrastructure Management

Specialist - Cloud & Infra Management

Job Description

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