Software Asset Management Analyst
About The Position
The Software Asset Management (SAM) Analyst is responsible for managing the lifecycle of hardware and software assets across Northbridge Financial Corporation, including acquisition, inventory tracking, utilization, compliance, optimization, and disposal. This role maintains accurate asset and licensing records, monitors software usage, and ensures compliance with vendor agreements and corporate policies. Working closely with IT, Procurement, Finance, Security, and business stakeholders, the SAM Analyst supports software audits, contract renewals, asset reporting, and governance initiatives. The successful candidate will help identify cost-saving opportunities, reduce compliance risk, improve asset visibility, and ensure the organization maximizes the value of its technological investments through effective asset management practices.
Requirements
- Post-secondary education in a related field (i.e. Computer Science) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 3+ years of Software Asset Management experience (or equivalent experience for senior roles).
- Experience with Flexera is a requirement.
- Strong understanding of software licensing models, vendor agreements, and compliance requirements.
- Experience managing major software vendors such as Microsoft, Adobe, Oracle, IBM, SAP, VMware, or Salesforce.
- Experience conducting software compliance reviews.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Software Asset Management (SAM)
- Software Licensing and License Compliance Management
- Vendor Audit Management and License Reconciliation
- IT Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC)
- Asset Lifecycle Management
- Vendor and Contract Management
- Financial and Cost Optimization Analysis
- Data Analysis, Reporting, and Metrics Development
- Asset Management Platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Flexera)
- Stakeholder Relationship Management
- Business Analysis and Requirements Gathering
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
- Managing the lifecycle of hardware and software assets across Northbridge Financial Corporation, including acquisition, inventory tracking, utilization, compliance, optimization, and disposal.
- Maintaining accurate asset and licensing records.
- Monitoring software usage.
- Ensuring compliance with vendor agreements and corporate policies.
- Supporting software audits, contract renewals, asset reporting, and governance initiatives.
- Identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Reducing compliance risk.
- Improving asset visibility.
- Ensuring the organization maximizes the value of its technological investments through effective asset management practices.
Benefits
- Flexible hybrid model that allows you to work from home up to 2 days per week, with added flexibility for when you really need it.
- Competitive salaries
- Employee share purchase plan
- Pension plans
- RRSP
- Discounts on staff insurance
- Flexible health benefits
- Early leave days
- Wellness programs
- Rewards and recognition programs
- Education assistance to complete your CIP, FCIP, CRM or other courses desired
- Internal mobility
- Leadership training and mentoring programs
- Donation matching
- Team volunteer days
- Robust Total Rewards program that includes benefits, wellness support, and other meaningful perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
