Software Asset Management Manager

PriceWaterhouseCoopers Pvt Ltd ( PWC ); Gurugram District; Remote; INR 1,500,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC in Gurgaon is seeking a Manager-level professional to lead Software Asset Management within advisory. You will shape SAM strategy, oversee licenses, and collaborate with IT, Finance, Procurement, and Legal to ensure compliance and cost efficiency.

You will drive audit readiness, optimize software investments, and contribute to risk management across client engagements in a dynamic, remote-enabled environment in India. Strong communication and analytic skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in software asset management and license compliance.
• Knowledge of major publishers licensing (Microsoft, Oracle, VMware, SAP).
• Ability to coordinate with IT, Finance, Procurement and Legal teams.
• Familiar with ISO/IEC standards related to SAM.

Responsibilities

• Develop long term software management strategy and goals.
• Track software assets lifecycle and ensure quality control.
• Monitor licenses for compliance with agreements and usage standards.
• Coordinate budgeting, procurement, and retirement of software.
• Work with cross-functional teams to identify cost savings and improvements.
• Drive audit readiness and software compliance.
• Lead automation for Discovery and Reporting in SAM processes.

Skills

SAM experience

Software asset management

License compliance

Vendor negotiation

Excel

Data analysis

Education

B.Tech / M.Tech / BCA / MCA / B.Sc / MSc

Tools

Snow

Flexera

ServiceNow SAM Pro

Job description

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Line of Service Advisory Industry/Sector Not Applicable Specialism Risk Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary At PwC, our people in audit and assurance focus on providing independent and objective assessments of financial statements, internal controls, and other assurable information enhancing the credibility and reliability of this information with a variety of stakeholders. They evaluate compliance with regulations including assessing governance and risk management processes and related controls. Those in internal audit at PwC help build, optimise and deliver end-to-end internal audit services to clients in all industries. This includes IA function setup and transformation, co-sourcing, outsourcing and managed services, using AI and other risk technology and delivery models. IA capabilities are combined with other industry and technical expertise, in areas like cyber, forensics and compliance, to address the full spectrum of risks. This helps organisations to harness the power of IA to help the organisation protect value and navigate disruption, and obtain confidence to take risks to power growth. Why PWC At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes for our clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences for each other. Learn more about us . At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.

Responsibilities Purpose of the Job /Role

• Developing long term software management strategy and goals
• Developing and implementing procedures for tracking company software assets to oversee quality control, and usage throughout their life cycles
• Monitor software licenses to ensure they comply with license agreements and usage standards
• Establishing and maintaining linkage with budgeting and procurement processes to track software acquisition, utilization , and retirement
• Collaborate with departments management to define cost savings, software compliances and service improvement opportunities
• Ensure audit compliance readiness
• Drive continuous education awareness of company policies

Skill Profile

Hands-on experience on software asset management Excellent knowledge of the Hardware Asset Management process Strong experience with asset management and discovery tools like Snow, Flexera, ServiceNow SAM Pro Experience with developing, implementing, and refining SAM processes and procedures Good knowledge of the other Service Management processes, particularly Change Management Intermediate Excel skills Excellent English language skills (verbal and written) Experience working in a virtual environment Experience interpreting licensing terms and conditions, licensing knowledge and product use rights for defined software titles. Along with contract analysis and negotiation skills. Participated or lead in software audits Understand standards like ISO/IEC 19770-1; ISO/IEC 5230 etc. Ability to deal tactfully with vendors, suppliers, and contractors who provide a broad spectrum of products and services Highly competent at interpreting data, analyzing problems, and formulating solutions to present to management level and above Knowledge of Active Directory, virtualization technologies, network topologies, software vendor license agreements and licensing terms Understands and masters the software licensing for at least three big publishers like Microsoft, Oracle, VMWare, SAP etc . Familiar with Microsoft O365 or similar tools Knowledge around Free and Open-source software (FOSS) licensing Assess, design, and implement key process related to Software compliance Software license compliance for major software publishers Operations and deployment of SAM and SCA tools Contract & Spend management including Optimization Co-ordinate with multiple teams, like IT, Infrastructure Management, Finance, Procurement, Legal as required Work on automation areas for Discovery and Reporting Performing and interpreting gap analysis Develop risk remediation strategies Ensures license compliance is met, and that any noncompliance issues are addressed quickly and efficiently. Other Competencies Experience presenting to senior management executive level audiences Strong written and oral communications, analytics, and organization skills Self-motivated, goal oriented, and an innovative thinker Maintain strong analytic, technical, and troubleshooting skills Continuous improvement attitude ability to seek out and implement external leading SAM practices Strong organization, multitasking and time management skills Uses discretion in identifying and resolving complex problems and assignments Works well in a diverse team and enjoys a dynamic environment where remote working is required Mandatory skill sets: SAM Preferred skill sets: HAM Years of Experience required 7 + years Education Qualification B. T ech / M.Tech / BCA / MCA/ B.Sc / M. S c Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified) Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor of Engineering, Master of Engineering, Bachelor of ScienceDegrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified) Required Skills SAM Software Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards, Active Listening, AI Fluency, AI-Human Collaboration, Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform, Auditing, Auditing Methodologies, Business Process Improvement, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Compliance Auditing, Corporate Governance, Creativity, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Data Ingestion, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Data Security, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Digital Tooling, Embracing Change {+ 32 more} Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified) Travel Requirements Not Specified Available for Work Visa Sponsorship? No Government Clearance Required? No Job Posting End Date July 16, 2026 Experience Level Mid Level