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Posted May 7, 2026
As a Software Asset Management (SAM) Director at our organization, your role will involve defining and executing a SAM strategy in alignment with the IT and business goals. Your responsibilities will include establishing and enforcing governance frameworks, policies, and best practices for software asset and license management. You will collaborate with various teams such as IT Security, Sourcing, Finance, and Legal to ensure compliance with contractual, security, and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities:
Lead and mentor the SAM team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development. - Collaborate with Business Analysts, Project Managers, and vendors to ensure alignment of software investments with business needs. - Partner with Software Lifecycle Management (LCM) and Product teams to drive effective software governance. - Oversee end-to-end software lifecycle management including request, procurement, deployment, maintenance, and retirement. - Manage vendor audits and ensure compliance with licensing agreements. - Implement and optimize license models to maximize cost efficiency. - Drive effective SAM tooling for inventory, monitoring, and reporting. - Mitigate risks associated with software non-compliance, entitlement, and ELP breaches. - Ensure adherence to IT security policies related to software assets. - Maintain a proactive approach to software vulnerability and risk management. - Ensure software spend aligns with business value and ROI expectations. - Work with Finance and Sourcing to develop software budget forecasts and cost reduction strategies. Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's/Master's degree in IT, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field. - At least 15+ years of leadership experience and 7+ years in IT Asset Management (ITAM) / SAM with leadership experience. - Strong knowledge of SAM frameworks (ISO 19770, ITIL, etc.). - Experience with SAM tools such as Flexera, ServiceNow SAM, Snow, etc. - Proven track record in vendor management, contract negotiation, software audit handling, and stakeholder management. - Familiarity with cloud and hybrid licensing models (AWS, Azure, SaaS, etc.). - Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, security, and compliance. - Analytical and problem-solving skills for software optimization and risk mitigation. - Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills. - Ability to drive automation, intelligent operations, and process efficiency. - Strategic mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation. In this role, you will have the opportunity to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible and to collaborate with a team of diverse innovators. By applying for this position, you will be contributing to driving innovation essential for our future growth. As a Software Asset Management (SAM) Director at our organization, your role will involve defining and executing a SAM strategy in alignment with the IT and business goals. Your responsibilities will include establishing and enforcing governance frameworks, policies, and best practices for software asset and license management. You will collaborate with various teams such as IT Security, Sourcing, Finance, and Legal to ensure compliance with contractual, security, and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities:
Lead and mentor the SAM team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development. - Collaborate with Business Analysts, Project Managers, and vendors to ensure alignment of software investments with business needs. - Partner with Software Lifecycle Management (LCM) and Product teams to drive effective software governance. - Oversee end-to-end software lifecycle management including request, procurement, deployment, maintenance, and retirement. - Manage vendor audits and ensure compliance with licensing agreements. - Implement and optimize license models to maximize cost efficiency. - Drive effective SAM tooling for inventory, monitoring, and reporting. - Mitigate risks associated with software non-compliance, entitlement, and ELP breaches. - Ensure adherence to IT security policies related to software assets. - Maintain a proactive approach to software vulnerability and risk management. - Ensure software spend aligns with business value and ROI expectations. - Work with Finance and Sourcing to develop software budget forecasts and cost reduction strategies. Qualifications Required:
Bachelor's/Master's degree in IT, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field. - At least 15+ years of leadership experience and 7+ years in IT Asset Management (ITAM) / SAM with leadership experience. - Strong knowledge of SAM frameworks (ISO 19770, ITIL, etc.). - Experience with SAM tools such as Flexera, ServiceNow SAM, Snow, etc. - Proven track record in vendor management, contract negotiation, software audit handling, and stakeholder management. - Familiarity with c
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