Sr. Software Asset Manager

Jobot; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a driven Sr. Software Asset Manager in Duluth, GA to oversee software assets across procurement, lifecycle, and retirement. You will conduct financial analysis, manage vendor contracts, and champion a SAM program within a fast-paced engineering environment.

Qualified candidates bring 5+ years in SAM or IT finance, strong TCO modeling skills, and experience with AI tools. Collaboration with IT and finance is essential to align strategy and budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in software asset management or IT finance.
• Experience managing enterprise application portfolios in complex environments.
• Strong IT financial analysis, including TCO modeling and business cases.
• Experience with AI tools, platforms, or governance frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of enterprise SAM.
• Familiarity with AI governance is a plus.
• Strong vendor management and contract negotiation.
• Strong analytical skills to translate data into insights.
• Excellent communication across IT, finance, and business units.
• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and vendor management for cost-effectiveness of software assets.
• Maintain understanding of software asset life cycle from procurement to retirement.
• Implement and maintain a Software Asset Management (SAM) program.
• Leverage AI tools and governance to optimize SAM.
• Create Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models and defend business cases.
• Collaborate with IT and finance to align IT strategy with asset management.
• Manage software license agreements and ensure vendor contract compliance.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through re-harvesting and renegotiations.

Skills

Software Asset Management

IT Financial Analysis

TCO Modeling

Vendor Management

AI Governance

Business Case Development

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Strategic Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Finance

Tools

AI Tools

Governance Frameworks

Job description

Job Details

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Permanent Sr. Software Asset Manager to join our dynamic team. This role sits at the intersection of finance, IT, and business operations and plays a crucial role in the strategic planning and day-to-day operations of our rapidly growing engineering firm.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced software asset manager to join a fast-paced engineering firm and contribute to our strategic growth.

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Conducting financial analysis and vendor management to ensure cost-effectiveness and efficiency in our software assets.
• Developing and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the software asset life cycle and managing it from procurement to retirement.
• Implementing and maintaining a robust Software Asset Management (SAM) program.
• Using AI tools, platforms, or governance frameworks to optimize software asset management.
• Creating Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models and developing business cases to support strategic decision-making.
• Collaborating with IT and finance teams to ensure alignment between IT strategy, financial planning, and software asset management.
• Managing software license agreements and ensuring compliance with all vendor contracts.
• Identifying opportunities for cost savings through software re-harvesting, re-negotiation of contracts, and process improvement.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in software asset management, IT financial analysis, or a related field.
• Proven experience managing enterprise application portfolios in complex multi-system environments.
• Strong background in IT financial analysis, including TCO modeling and business case development.
• Experience with or exposure to AI tools, platforms, or governance frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of enterprise Software Asset Management (SAM).
• Familiarity with AI governance is an asset.
• Exceptional vendor management skills to negotiate and manage software contracts effectively.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data and produce relevant insights.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with IT, finance, and other business units.
• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.