Sr. Software Asset Manager

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

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Permanent Sr. Software Asset Manager in Duluth, GA, to oversee software portfolios across complex environments. You will lead the SAM program, perform IT financial analyses, and collaborate with IT and finance to align strategies and budgets.

The role emphasizes vendor management, TCO modeling, and driving cost savings through renegotiation and re-harvesting, in a fast-paced engineering setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software asset management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage enterprise application portfolios in multi-system environments.
• Conduct financial analysis and vendor management for cost efficiency.
• Develop and maintain software asset life cycle from procurement to retirement.
• Implement and maintain a Software Asset Management program.
• Use AI tools or governance frameworks to optimize SAM.
• Create TCO models and business cases for decisions.
• Collaborate with IT and finance to align IT strategy with SAM.
• Manage software license agreements and ensure vendor contract compliance.
• Identify cost savings through re-harvesting and contract renegotiation.

Skills

Software Asset Management

IT financial analysis

Vendor management

TCO modeling

AI governance

Data analysis

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAM tools

AI governance frameworks

Job description

Job details:

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

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.

Responsibilities

As a Permanent Sr. Software Asset Manager, you will be tasked with managing our enterprise application portfolios in complex multi-system environments. Your responsibilities will include:

• 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

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• 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.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced software asset manager to join a fast-paced engineering firm and contribute to our strategic growth. If you have the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.

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