Software Asset Manager (Entry-Level)

Franklin Street; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(K)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

A leading real estate services firm in Tampa, FL is looking for a Software Asset Manager. This role involves overseeing software lifecycle management, ensuring compliance with licensing terms, and optimizing software usage to reduce costs. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of relevant experience. This company offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in Software Asset Management, IT Asset Management, or related IT/Procurement roles.
• Strong knowledge of software licensing models such as Microsoft, Adobe, Oracle, IBM.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present findings to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the lifecycle management of software assets.
• Ensure compliance and optimize software usage.
• Manage licensing agreements and vendor relationships.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of software licensing models

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, business, or related field

Tools

SaaS Managing Platforms (SMPs)

Job description

Franklin Streetis currently seeking a Software Asset Managerto join our team in Tampa, FL.

The ideal candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in information technology, business, or related field. 1-2 years of experience in Software Asset Management, IT Asset Management, or related IT/Procurement roles. Experience with SMPs and strong knowledge of software licensing models is preferred to be successful at this role.

Position Overview

The Software Asset Manager will oversee the lifecycle management of our software assets. This role will ensure compliance, optimize software usage, manage licensing agreements, and provide insights to reduce risk and cost. The Software Asset Manager will collaborate with IT, Procurement, Finance, Lines of Businesses, and Corporate Departments to align software investments with organizational goals.

• Software Lifecycle Management: Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of software assets, including procurement, approval management, deployment, maintenance, utilization, and retirement.
• License Compliance: Monitor and enforce compliance with vendor licensing terms, mitigating risks of audits and penalties.
• Optimization: Analyze software usage to identify cost savings, avoid over-licensing, and optimize renewals.
• Vendor Management: Maintain relationships with software vendors and negotiate contracts, renewals, and true‑up processes.
• Governance & Policy: Develop, implement, and maintain software asset management policies, processes, and standards.
• Reporting & Analytics: Provide regular reports on license consumption, compliance risks, renewal timelines, and cost optimization opportunities.
• Audit Support: Lead software audit preparation, data gathering, and remediation efforts.
• Troubleshooting: Help troubleshoot user access issues directly with vendors, IT, or accounting teams to ensure payment has been received to avoid disruption of service.
• Cataloging: Store contracts, addendums, invoices, and relevant correspondence in SharePoint
• Collaboration: Work closely with IT, Finance, Procurement, and Legal teams to ensure software investments align with business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-2 years of experience in Software Asset Management, IT Asset Management, or related IT/Procurement roles.
• Experience with SMPs (Saas Managing Platforms) (e.g., Zluri, Zylo, Torii, or equivalent) is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of software licensing models (Microsoft, Adobe, Oracle, IBM, etc.).
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of ITIL, ISO 19770, or other IT asset management frameworks (preferred).
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present findings to stakeholders at all levels.

About Franklin Street

Franklin Street is a family of full-service real estate companies focused on delivering value‑added solutions to meet clients’ evolving needs. Through a collaborative philosophy of leveraging the resources, expertise, and experience of each of its divisions—Real Estate, Capital, Insurance, Property Management, and Project Management—Franklin Street offers unmatched value and optimal solutions for clients nationwide.

Make your next career move with Franklin Street. With seven lines of business and nine offices across, that perfect opportunity you’ve been looking for is here. We believe in hiring a mix of experienced and new talent to join our team of professionals. Whatever your expertise, wherever you are on your career path, Franklin Street is your destination for success.

Learn more about Franklin Street and our award‑winning culture at www.FranklinSt.com.

Franklin Street offers competitive salaries, medical – including additional discounts, dental, and vision benefits, disability, and life insurance, 401(K), paid time off, and holiday pay. We also love working together to help the community through our company‑sponsored philanthropy events.

Must be able to successfully pass pre‑employment (post‑offer) drug screen and background check.

Franklin Street and Lighthouse HR Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Religion, Color, National Origin, Citizenship, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Age, Disability, Ancestry, Veteran Status, Genetic Information, or any other classification protected by law.