Position Overview

This is a rare high-impact opportunity to own a newly established internal SAM function at a global enterprise. You will take ownership of dormakabas entire software licence estate driving compliance eliminating waste and realising millions of euros in measurable auditable cost savings. You will work directly with CIO and executive leadership and operate a professional AI-assisted SAM platform to power your work.

If you are an experienced Software Asset Manager who thrives on building things influencing at senior levels and making a financially quantifiable difference this role was designed for you.

What you will do

• Own and operate dormakabas global software licence estate compliance optimisation and governance.
• Deliver measurable annual cost savings (target range: 800K3M) through licence reclamation right-sizing and SaaS rationalisation.
• Maintain continuous audit readiness for major vendor agreements Microsoft SAP Oracle Adobe Salesforce and more.
• Operate a professional SAM platform (Syprasam / ServiceNow SAM Pro) to automate discovery analysis and executive reporting.
• Build and enforce SAM governance policies across IT procurement and finance.
• Manage vendor relationships renewal negotiations and contract lifecycle.
• Present savings and compliance outcomes to CIO and Steering Committee.

What we require

• Minimum 46 years of hands-on Software Asset Management experience in a complex enterprise environment.
• Proven experience operating a professional SAM platform (ServiceNow SAM Pro Snow Software Flexera or equivalent).
• Demonstrable track record of delivering measurable software cost savings through license optimization
• Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science Business Informatics or equivalent field.
• Demonstrable record of delivering material software cost savings.
• Strong commercial acumen and vendor negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication skills comfortable presenting to C-suite.
• IAITAM CSAM (Certified Software Asset Manager) or equivalent professional certification is a strong advantage

What we offer

• Best opportunities in a globally operating company valuing diversity inclusion sustainability and mutual trust
• Home office allowance
• 25 days paid annual leave
• Additional health insurance
• 102.26 EUR Food vouchers
• Public transportation card
• Multisport /Coolfitcard
• Opportunity for flexibility with a hybrid working model
• Employee Assistance Program (Mental Health Legal & Financial Counselling)
• Language training opportunity
• Brand new modern office premises in a class A Business building
• Employee referral program
• Fresh fruits in the office
• Training and mentorship programs
• Access to over 15000 LinkedIn Learning courses to assist in your development

Who we are

We are at the heart of every place that matters. From automatic doors to cloud-based access management as a leading global provider in the access solutions market for schools banks airports hospitals hotels and many more we enable seamless movement within secure safe and sustainable places. With over 160 years of experience and a focus on excellence and innovation we offer exciting opportunities to grow in an environment where you can make a real impact. At dormakaba you are encouraged to take initiative develop your skills and build your career alongside 16000 experts worldwide who are setting industry standards every day.

Work in a place where you matter apply now!

Please submit your CV and brief cover letter (optional) outlining your SAM experience and approach to cost optimisation.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a two-stage interview process including a technical SAM scenario exercise and a stakeholder panel.

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