Software Asset Manager

Role Description & Responsibilities:

• Lead or support the drafting, evaluation, and negotiation of software contracts with external vendors.
• Ensure consistency and compliance of contractual provisions across all software agreements.
• Identify contractual, financial, and commercial risks, and propose appropriate mitigation measures in coordination with relevant support functions of 3DS Company
• Act as a liaison between software vendors and internal stakeholders (Procurement, Legal, IT, etc.).
• Optimize software acquisition and maintenance costs while ensuring compliance with usage rights and support terms.
• Track software usage and support software audit activities in collaboration with Legal and Procurement teams.
• Maintain and update the software asset catalog in collaboration with project teams and register licenses in the appropriate asset management tools.
• Ensure timely renewal of all software assets under maintenance, with approvals from Legal and Cybersecurity teams.
• Contribute to budgeting activities related to software renewal expenses.
• Define, maintain, and improve Software Asset Management (SAM) processes and tools for ongoing optimization.
• Collaborate with global and cross-functional teams to ensure consistency and best practices in SAM initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Experience: 5 to 7 years of experience in Software Asset Management or a similar IT role.
• Strong understanding of IT environments and enterprise software ecosystems.
• Proven experience in software license management, contract negotiation, and risk identification.
• Familiarity with software publishers and licensing models.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively with global teams and across functions.
• Proficient in using SAM tools and maintaining software asset catalogs.

What is in it for you?

• Work for the one of the biggest software companies
• Work in a culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunities for personal development and career progression
• Chance to collaborate with various internal users of DASSAULT SYSTEMES and also stakeholders of various internal and partner projects