Software Asset Manager

BayInCo Tech; Västra Götalands län; On-site; SEK 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

BayInCo Tech in Gothenburg seeks an experienced Software Asset Manager to join the global SAM organisation. The role combines operational SAM with stakeholder coordination and oversight of the software demand process across Digital.

You will work closely with Product Owners, business stakeholders and global SAM colleagues to improve software visibility, optimise licensing costs and ensure effective governance and compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in software asset management and governance.
• Proven ability to support software audits and vendor negotiations.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret licensing and usage data.
• Experience with enterprise software licensing and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day Software Asset Management activities across the software portfolio.
• Act as trusted advisor on software licensing, entitlements, usage and compliance.
• Support license renewals, compliance reviews and software audits.
• Coordinate actions with Product Owners and stakeholders through audits and licensing reviews.
• Identify opportunities to reduce software spend and optimise licensing cost.

Skills

Software Asset Management

IT Asset Management

IT Procurement

IT Operations

Data analysis

Vendor negotiations

License optimisation

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Software Asset Manager to join the global SAM organisation in Gothenburg. The role combines operational Software Asset Management with stakeholder coordination and oversight of the software demand process across Digital.

You will work closely with Product Owners, business stakeholders and global SAM colleagues to improve software visibility, optimise licensing costs and ensure effective governance and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support day-to-day Software Asset Management activities across the software portfolio.
• Act as a trusted advisor to Product Owners and business stakeholders on:
• Software licensing
• Entitlements
• Usage
• Compliance
• Maintain, validate and analyse software license, entitlement and usage data.
• Identify opportunities to:
• Reduce unnecessary software spend
• Identify alternative solutions
• Support license renewals, compliance reviews and software audits.
• Work with stakeholders and vendors during audits and licensing reviews.
• Manage visibility of software demand from initial request through assessment, approval and delivery.
• Coordinate actions and follow‑ups with Digital Product Owners and other stakeholders.
• Challenge software requests where appropriate by checking existing licenses, available solutions and potential alternatives.
• Escalate delays, risks and blockers to ensure decisions and approvals are made efficiently.

Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate should have:

• 4+ years of relevant experience in one or more of the following:
• Software Asset Management
• IT Asset Management
• IT Procurement
• IT Operations
• Proven experience working with enterprise software licensing and compliance.
• Practical experience supporting software audits and vendor negotiations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex licensing and usage data.
• Experience identifying opportunities for license optimisation and cost reduction.

Core Competencies

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

• Confident negotiation and influencing abilities
• Clear and professional communication
• A structured and organised approach to managing multiple activities
• High attention to detail
• Ability to challenge requirements constructively and make evidence‑based recommendations
• Confidence working across both local and global teams

The Ideal Consultant

You are a structured and commercially minded SAM professional who can combine data analysis, licensing knowledge and stakeholder management. You are comfortable challenging software demand, coordinating multiple stakeholders and turning complex licensing information into practical recommendations.

The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a global SAM function will be essential.