Software Asset Manager (SAM) Consultant

As a recruitment company, DCG understands that every business is powered by experienced professionals. Our management style and partnership approach enable us to meet your needs and provide continuous support. Due to our ongoing growth and the large number of recruitment projects we undertake for our partners, we are currently looking for: Software Asset Manager (SAM) Consultant Responsibilities: • Software Licensing & Compliance:• Ensure contractual compliance and mitigate legal and financial risks • Lead and manage vendor audits from preparation through resolution • License Optimization & Cost Management: • Identify cost-saving opportunities and eliminate unused or underutilized licenses • Optimize license allocation across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments • Forecast licensing costs and manage software budgets effectively • SAM Tools & Data Analysis: • Strong ability to collect, analyze, and interpret complex licensing and usage data • Develop executive-level reporting to support decision-making • Vendor & Contract Management: • Review and interpret software agreements and contracts • Negotiate licensing agreements, renewals, and commercial terms • Manage vendor relationships strategically to achieve favorable outcomes • Strategy, Governance & Process Development: • Align SAM initiatives with IT roadmaps and business strategy • Define and implement SAM policies, governance frameworks, and lifecycle management processes • Develop structured and scalable SAM operating models • Leadership & Stakeholder Management: • Guide and mentor junior SAM professionals • Drive cross-functional optimization initiatives • Communicate complex licensing scenarios clearly to executives, procurement teams, finance, and technical stakeholders   Requirements: • Hands-on experience with SAM tools (e.g., Flexera, Open iT) • Strong expertise in software licensing and compliance • Extensive experience managing audits, contracts, and vendor relations • Experience reviewing and negotiating software agreements • Strong analytical and data interpretation skills • Experience working with license servers • Excellent reporting, cost-optimization, and financial management capabilities • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills • Advanced knowledge of software licensing models, terms, and compliance requirements across major vendors (e.g., Microsoft, SAP, Adobe, VMware, Autodesk, Siemens, Dassault, Figma) • Strong understanding of cloud licensing models (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS) • Experience working in Azure and Google Cloud environments • SAM certification preferred   Offer: • Private medical care • Co-financing for the sports card • Training & learning opportunities • Constant support of dedicated consultant • Employee referral program