Software License Manager #213319

This is outstanding opportunity to join us and become a part of Credit Suisse Software License Management. We are implementing consistent processes, practices and new Software Asset Management tool across all Credit Suisse divisions and functions. All these activities are to provide a holistic view of software entitlements the Bank owns, usage information of key products to be able to manage risks and optimize the overall software spend. For the future operating model, we are building up the new central Software License Management Competency Center based in Wroclaw as part of the global Technology Business Management Office of the global IT Division.

This role includes the following responsibilities:

• Processing (reading and interpreting) software contracts and other commercial documents (purchase orders, invoices, quotes) to validate and ensure accurate ELP and correct interpretation of license term.
• Configuring and maintaining Effective License Positions (ELP) for selected 3rd Party vendor software products.
• Reviewing major software vendor product ELP with key business partners to ensure license compliance and optimal use of software.
• Reporting and escalating identified risk or potential underutilization.
• Supporting software contract renewal process or software audits with complete and accurate information and commentary.
• Supporting, maintaining and improving Credit Suisse SLM tools, driving automation, validating and improving data quality of source inventory systems, adopting new technologies (e.g Cloud, Containerization, new license model).

Your future colleagues

Credit Suisse Software License Management consists currently of 11 team members. 7 located in Poland and 2 in Switzerland. Team is a combination of licensing experts with multiple years of experience and individuals who started their software licensing career few months ago. We are a group of passionates enjoying friendly and team atmosphere in everyday work. We are a department which values Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) and is committed to realizing the firm’s D&I ambition which is an integral part of our global cultural values.

We are looking for:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Software Asset Management or IT Asset Management in a global organization, CSAM or similar certification is a plus.
• Practical knowledge and SLM experience of product portfolio and licensing of at least one of the key vendors, i.e. Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, BMC, Citrix, VMware, Adobe.
• Strong data analytics and reporting skills.
• General understanding of IT software systems, Client and Server virtualization technologies, Cloud / SaaS solution, infrastructure and software procurement processes.
• Basic Project management capabilities to manage and drive implementation of continuous improvement enhancements, attention to details and focus on high quality outcome.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal skills to moderate key business partners review meetings.
• Results oriented individual who demonstrates excellent problem solving skills.
• Dedication to fostering an inclusive culture and value diverse perspectives