Overview

 Director, Tech Asset and Vendor Management – Nashville, 37201, United States of America 

How you’ll LEAD:

The Director of Tech Asset and Vendor Management will be primarily responsible for running the organization’s software asset management, ensuring compliance, optimization, and governance of software licenses. Additionally, this role will oversee tech vendor relationships to drive strategic partnerships and cost efficiencies. The ideal candidate will be adept at navigating complex software ecosystems and fostering collaborative technology vendor engagements.

How you’ll CREATE:

  • Manage software lifecycles for platforms such as Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, Adobe, Zendesk, and other SaaS applications.
  • Oversee technology vendor management, including security control, relationship management, and performance evaluations.
  • Build a flexible working model between vendor management and software asset management to maximize the benefits and absorb changing workloads within the group. 
  • Collaborate with IT, Procurement, Risk Management and Finance teams to ensure compliance with procurement policy and optimize license consumptions.
  • Streamline and automate asset management processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
  • Work with key license publishers’ audits to ensure compliance with licensing agreements and identify areas for cost savings.
  • Lead a team of asset and vendor management professionals, providing guidance and mentorship to support their skill development.
  • Manage the outsourcing partner to deliver the agreed services based on the SLA.
  • Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve asset and vendor management practices.

Bring your VIBE:

  • Extensive experience in managing tech vendors and software licenses for major platforms and SaaS applications.
  • Strong knowledge of software and hardware asset management principles and experience using ServiceNow SAM Pro.
  • Proven ability to automate processes and adapt to changes in responsibilities among internal stakeholders.
  • Have an open-minded approach to the new technology and be curious to what more the team can achieve by adopting new processes and ideas.
  • Excellent communication and people management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across departments.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • Relevant certifications in software asset management are a plus.

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