Global Software Asset Strategist

LiveHire Limited; Beaverton (OR); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nike, Inc. in Beaverton, OR is seeking a seasoned Software Asset Manager to own and evolve the software asset lifecycle across the global enterprise.

You will optimize software investments, ensure license compliance, and drive risk reduction by partnering with Legal, Finance, Procurement, and Technology teams; the role requires deep licensing knowledge and a proactive, collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• 5+ years of experience in Software Asset Management or Licensing Management in a global enterprise environment
• Strong working knowledge of enterprise software licensing models (user-based, device-based, subscription, cloud/SaaS)
• Hands-on experience with ServiceNow SAM Pro, Flexera, Snow, or similar tools
• Familiarity with software compliance frameworks and audit response practices
• Proven ability to interpret and translate complex license agreements into actionable controls and insights
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end lifecycle management of all enterprise software assets—from procurement through retirement.
• Manage license compliance for key publishers and prepare for and respond to software audits.
• Maintain and mature the SAM Pro module in ServiceNow, ensuring accuracy of entitlement, discovery, and consumption data.
• Analyze software usage to identify cost savings, eliminate shelfware, and recommend rightsizing or harvesting opportunities.
• Partner with Legal and Procurement to support contract negotiations, renewals, and true-ups with actionable license data.
• Define and enforce enterprise-wide policies, controls, and processes to mitigate software compliance risk.
• Produce executive-level dashboards and reporting to enable governance and drive strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with InfoSec, Architecture, and Business Technology teams to ensure approved, secure, and licensed software is deployed.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/business/finance or related field

Tools

ServiceNow SAM Pro

Flexera

Snow

Job description

Nike, Inc. in Beaverton, OR is seeking a seasoned Software Asset Manager to own and evolve the software asset lifecycle across the global enterprise.

You will optimize software investments, ensure license compliance, and drive risk reduction by partnering with Legal, Finance, Procurement, and Technology teams; the role requires deep licensing knowledge and a proactive, collaborative mindset.