IT Asset Administrator

Dart Container; United States; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dart Container is seeking a detail-oriented IT Software Asset Administrator in Mason, MI to support the management of our software assets and licensing portfolio. You will oversee asset lifecycle activities, ensure license compliance, and assist with vendor audits to help optimize software spending.

This role requires strong analytical skills, experience with asset management tools, and the ability to collaborate with IT, Finance, and Procurement.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in IS, Business Admin, Tech Management, or related field.
• Experience with information gathering, financial analysis, reporting, or asset management.
• Understanding of software licensing, vendor contracts, renewals, entitlements, and usage rights.
• Knowledge of SAM principles and lifecycle management.
• Experience investigating discrepancies and resolving data issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage full software asset lifecycle from requests to retirement.
• Maintain entitlement, license, contract, warranty, and maintenance records.
• Track assets in asset management systems and repositories.
• Monitor license compliance and audit risks.
• Generate reports and dashboards on compliance and spend.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Technology Management, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

IT Software Asset Administrator

*******Dart Container does not sponsor employment visas for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.*********

Location: Mason, MI (hybrid)
Company: Dart Container

Help Drive Smarter Technology Investments

Dart Container is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical IT Software Asset Administrator to support the management of our enterprise software assets and licensing portfolio. In this role, you will oversee software asset lifecycle activities, ensure license compliance, support vendor audits, optimize software spend, and provide valuable insights that help the business make informed technology investment decisions.

If you enjoy working at the intersection of technology, finance, vendor management, and data analysis, this is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in maximizing the value of Dart's technology investments.

What You'll Do

Software Asset Lifecycle Management

• Manage the full lifecycle of software assets, including requests, procurement, deployment, renewals, true-ups, and retirement activities.
• Maintain accurate software entitlement, license, contract, warranty, and maintenance records.
• Track software assets through designated asset management systems and repositories.
• Ensure software lifecycle activities align with company policies, standards, and governance requirements.

License Compliance & Audit Readiness

• Monitor software license compliance and identify over-licensing, under-licensing, and audit risks.
• Support internal and vendor-led software audits through entitlement validation and documentation management.
• Analyze software deployments against contractual obligations and licensing rights.
• Coordinate remediation activities to resolve licensing discrepancies and compliance concerns.

Cost Optimization & Financial Analysis

• Analyze software utilization, spend trends, and inventory data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Recommend license reclamation, consolidation strategies, and alternative licensing models.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and renewal planning activities.
• Identify trends in software spending and provide recommendations to improve efficiency and control costs.

Reporting, Analytics & Process Improvement

• Administer and maintain software and IT asset management tools.
• Generate reports and dashboards related to software compliance, asset utilization, renewals, and spend.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis to support technology investment decisions.
• Assist in developing and improving asset management policies, procedures, controls, and best practices.
• Communicate software licensing requirements and lifecycle impacts to business stakeholders.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, Technology Management, or a related field.
• Experience with information gathering, financial analysis, reporting, or asset management activities.
• Understanding of software licensing, vendor contracts, renewals, entitlements, and usage rights.
• Knowledge of software asset management principles and lifecycle management processes.
• Experience investigating discrepancies, analyzing data, and resolving complex issues.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, charts, and reporting functions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain accurate records.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, accuracy, and data integrity.
• Equivalent combination of experience will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Software Asset Management (SAM) or IT Asset Management (ITAM) programs.
• Familiarity with purchasing systems, procurement processes, and corporate intranet tools.
• SAP experience.
• Exposure to software compliance audits, vendor management, or contract administration.
• Experience supporting enterprise technology environments.

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate and audit-ready software asset records.
• Improved software license compliance and reduced organizational risk.
• Identification of software cost-optimization opportunities.
• Effective management of renewals, contracts, and software inventory.
• Trusted partnership with IT, Finance, Procurement, and business stakeholders.

Why Dart?

At Dart, you'll have the opportunity to work with enterprise technology teams, influence software investment decisions, and help drive operational excellence through effective asset management. Join a stable and growing organization where your analytical skills and attention to detail can make a measurable impact.

Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.

Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.

Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.

*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.

Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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