About the job
Join our dynamic Enterprise IT group as a Software Asset Management Analyst at NielsenIQ in Chennai. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with various teams, including technology, procurement, operations, security, and legal, to effectively manage and maintain comprehensive records of the organization’s software assets. You will contribute to ensuring software compliance, overseeing the software lifecycle, managing internal customer request queues, and executing SAM-related projects. Our mission is to enhance the value of IT software assets by optimizing processes, controlling costs, and promoting compliance to reduce risks.
Key Responsibilities
Software Lifecycle & Operational Support
Assist end-users with software requests, installations, renewals, removals, and inquiries related to purchases.
Interpret software license agreements and terms to ensure compliance with all licensing rules and usage.
Manage contracts, entitlements, and assignments of existing or new purchases within Flexera.
Provide expert licensing knowledge and advisory services to stakeholders to maximize the value of Software Asset Management.
Compliance & Risk Management
Collaborate with packaging teams to ensure deployment methods align with licensing restrictions.
Proactively identify compliance risks and unauthorized software usage.
Support software audit activities in cooperation with technology, procurement, cyber security, and legal teams.
Maintain and update the SAM risk tracker, documenting risks, status, and mitigation plans.
Optimization & Vendor Management
Identify cost-saving opportunities and collaborate with the Software Asset Manager on renewals and negotiations.
Monitor software renewal requirements, coordinating with software owners on operational needs.
Contribute to process improvements and automation within software management.

