Software Asset Manager - Microsoft

Software Asset Manager - Microsoft

At Volvo Cars Group IT, we have been designing our brand-new Software Asset Management function and we are now looking for new colleagues to help us build it. The Software Asset Managers in the SAM-team within CIO Office will not only be responsible for the licensing in their domain but also for the governance of their respective supplier and contracts on a strategic and tactical level, this will be done in close cooperation with our IT-Operations team, License Governance lead, operational License Managers and fellow Software Asset Managers within Group IT

At Information & Technology (IT), you find outstanding opportunities to develop your skills and grow as a professional. In close collaboration with colleagues in other business units around the world, you and your team create IT innovations that support the company's overall business development and daily operations. And ultimately - you will contribute to a superior experience for the people who buy and drive a Volvo.

As we are building an all new SAM function the Software Asset Manager - Microsoft role will not only manage the Microsoft license portfolio and contracts but will also build the governance structure for licensing, contracts and the Microsoft relationship. Further, there is a need to enhance the Microsoft license measurement models, license optimization and implement this into our license management tool. You will report to the IT Director within Resource and Capability Management.

Main responsibilities

* Implement governance structures and processes for managing the Microsoft license- and services portfolio
* With the implemented structures and processes secure that Volvo Cars has control over the Microsoft portfolio and associated licensing
* Together with the SAM-team, drive the development of the Volvo Cars software asset management processes, sourcing strategy and license management systems
* Build and lead a community of Microsoft License Mangers within Volvo Cars
* Supplier- and Contact manager towards Microsoft in the licensing area
* Support IT-Operations, projects, License Managers and Service Managers with Microsoft license expertise
* Proactively drive efficiency by optimising license utilisation
* Manage license audits and reviews to secure correct usage of software licenses
* Strategic business-needs interaction
* Participate in negotiations in close cooperation with IT Purchasing

Required qualifications

* University degree or equivalent working experience
* Experience within the Software Asset Management area
* Specific Microsoft license knowledge and experience
* Experience interpreting software licensing terms and conditions
* Good supplier relation- and negotiation skills
* Good understanding of ITIL and preferably with ITIL certification
* Certification in Software Asset Management is meritorious
* ITIL certification is meritorious

Personal qualities

* Analytical with a structured and methodical approach
* Self-driven and engaged with a will to encourage people
* Systematic, creative and able to challenge in a constructive way
* A clearly noticeable passion for business with a clear customer focus
* Skilled in communication, presentation techniques and ability to selling ideas
* Enjoy working in teams and to interact with people
* Likes challenges and is very focused on reaching the target line

About Volvo Car Group
The future belongs to those who are empowered by a great idea and have the ability to carry it out. At Volvo Car Group, our vision is clear: "To be the world's most progressive and desired luxury car brand" by simplifying people's lives. We have bold targets when it comes to innovation, sales and customer satisfaction and to make this happen, we need talented people onboard. People with passion, energy, business sense and the drive to innovate. People that want to create the next generation Volvo cars in a global, dynamic and respectful environment. We will support you to reach your full potential. Join us on this exciting journey into the future.

Contact
In this recruitment process we are collaborating with Randstad Sourceright. If you have any questions regarding the position you are welcome to contact the responsible recruitment consultant Lisa Pettersson by e-mail lisa.pettersson@randstadsourceright.se. Note that applications by e-mail will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held continuously. To apply, please register your profile and attach your application documents via the link below as soon as possible but no later than 9th of January.