Software Asset Management Specialist – SAM & ITAM

Pauwels Consulting; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybride; EUR 55 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid work model

Brussels office

Résumé du poste

Pauwels Consulting supports a leading energy sector client in Brussels by hiring a Software Asset Management Specialist focused on licensing operations and lifecycle management. You will collaborate across IT, Procurement, and Finance to ensure a compliant and optimized software portfolio.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions using Excel, SQL and Power BI, with a strong emphasis on ownership, accuracy and cross-team communication. Hybrid work and full-time engagement are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Software Asset Management, IT Asset Management, or IT Procurement.
• Strong knowledge of license models from major software vendors.
• Advanced analytical skills using Excel, SQL and Power BI.
• Experience interpreting licensing terms in complex contracts.
• Proactive, rigorous, and communicative with ownership.
• Fluent in English with active knowledge of French or Dutch.

Responsabilités

• Manage complete lifecycle of IT licenses including request, approval, acquisition and renewal.
• Maintain a precise database of active, expired and renewable licenses.
• Analyze contracts and licensing clauses with procurement and finance stakeholders.
• Evaluate usage data to identify underutilized assets and optimization opportunities.
• Monitor KPIs related to license compliance, risks and savings.
• Prepare analytical reports and dashboards for data-driven decisions.

Connaissances

3+ years experience

Licensing knowledge

Excel

SQL

Power BI

Ownership & communication

English fluency, French or Dutch

Outils

SAM/ITAM solutions

Description du poste

Our client, a leading organization in the energy sector, is seeking a Software Asset Management Specialist to strengthen the licensing operations within their IT department. This role combines administrative, analytical, and follow-up activities to provide transversal support to IT, Procurement, and Finance teams. The mission focuses on ensuring a reliable, compliant, and optimized software portfolio throughout the entire lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete lifecycle of IT licenses including request, approval, acquisition, and renewal.
• Maintain a precise and reliable database of active, expired, and renewable software licenses.
• Analyze contracts and licensing clauses in collaboration with procurement and finance stakeholders.
• Evaluate usage data to identify underutilized assets and propose optimization strategies.
• Monitor key performance indicators related to license compliance, risks, and potential savings.
• Prepare analytical reports and dashboards to facilitate data-driven decision-making for management.

Requirements

• You have 3+ years of experience in Software Asset Management, IT Asset Management, or IT Procurement.
• You possess strong knowledge of license models from major software vendors and experience with SAM or ITAM solutions.
• You bring advanced analytical skills using Excel, SQL, and Power BI.
• You have experience interpreting licensing terms and conditions within complex contracts.
• You're proactive, rigorous, and possess strong communication and ownership skills.
• You are fluent in English with active knowledge of French or Dutch.

Nice to Haves

• Experience with specific energy sector software portfolio management.

Offer

• Start date: ASAP
• Duration: until 31/12/2026
• Work regime: Full-time
• Location: Brussels
• Working model: Hybrid
• Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers