Overview In this role you will be the SAM subject matter expert, guiding complex software licensing across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments. You will manage licensing for major vendors, ensuring compliance and value realization, while leveraging data from tools like Azure AD, CMDB, and Intune to support cost allocation and reporting. You will drive cost savings, strengthen SAM controls, and lead negotiations with vendors and cross-functional teams. Innovation through AI and automation will reduce manual effort and uncover optimization opportunities within a global SAM program.

Compensaciones / Beneficiosflexible working modelwork abroad up to 25 days yearlyhome office setup allowancelanguage trainings (English, German, Spanish)health insurancelife and accident insurance ResponsabilidadesServe as SAM expert, advising on licensing topics and producing effective license positions (ELPs) across diverse environmentsManage and optimize licensing for major vendors (Microsoft, Oracle, Broadcom, IBM, SAP, Red Hat) with a focus on compliance and business valueInterpret licensing concepts and rights across containers, cloud, and traditional infrastructureLeverage data from enterprise systems (Azure AD, CMDB, My Access, Intune) to support SAM activities, billing, cost allocation,



and reportingEnsure transparency of software costs through chargeback processes and fair allocation to Business Units and Service OwnersBuild relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors; lead negotiations for mutual benefitIdentify and implement initiatives to generate cost savings, reduce compliance risk, and improve SAM processes and controlsLead complex software contract negotiations (demand management, renewals, amendments) with sourcing, legal, and vendor managementSupport implementation and continuous improvement of global SAM standards, governance, and performance metricsDrive SAM innovation using AI and automation to reduce manual work and identify trends and optimization opportunitiesContribute to day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives of the integral SAM team to deliver high-quality services Requisitos principales3+ years of experience managing software portfolios for at least one major publisher in an enterprise settingExperience creating optimized ELPS from data collection to completionStrong understanding of license restrictions, benefits, and optimization opportunitiesProficient with SAM tools (preferably FlexeraOne) and supporting data sourcesAdvanced MS Excel skills (V/HLOOKUPs, Pivots, advanced calculations)Proven track record of adopting AI solutions in SAM operationsP&L; calculations and cost accrualsFluent written and spoken English (B2+ minimum)analytical mindsetstrong negotiation and communication skillsattention to detailFlexeraOneAzure Active DirectoryCMDB

📌 Software Asset Management Analyst (Barcelona)
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📍 Barcelona