Software Asset Management (SAM) Senior Analyst

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Job Description:

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Job Summary:

The Software Asset Management (SAM) Senior Analyst is a key individual contributor responsible for ensuring enterprise-wide software license compliance and optimizing software asset utilization. This role involves conducting in-depth analyses of software usage and contractual entitlements producing Effective License Position (ELP) reports using Flexera and driving remediation efforts to maintain compliance.

The SAM Senior Analyst will also serve as a strategic liaison between internal Software Owners and the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) team supporting software lifecycle activities including contract renewals end-of-life (EOL) identification and associated remediation planning. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills attention to detail and the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams to ensure software assets are managed efficiently and in alignment with organizational goals.

What You Will Do:

• Lead team of resources to load and manage Flexera entitlements create Effective License Position and remediation activities.

• ServiceNow Model Table Management and Software Catalog Management

• Software Usage & Optimization analyze software usage reports to identify underutilized applications and establish removal rules for infrequently used software to optimize license usage and reduce costs.

• Process Improvement identify and document requirements to enhance SAM processes and workflows and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across software asset management practices.

What You Have:

• 5 years of experience in years of experience in Software Asset Management or IT Asset Management.

• Strong understanding of the software lifecycle from licensing and procurement to deployment and decommissioning

• In-depth knowledge of software license entitlements EULAs and use rights for complex agreements

• Demonstrated ability to develop strategies for rationalizing and optimizing license entitlements across the enterprise

• Deep understanding of Flexera ITAM including configuration and reporting.

• Excellent analytical problem-solving and communication skills.

• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and grow in a structured environment.

• Professional certifications such as CSAM CITAM CHAMP or CAMSE are a plus.

• Hands-on experience applying automation and AI in SAM processes for efficient compliance monitoring is a plus

Additional Info:

• The ideal location for this role is East Peoria-IL Irving-TX Nashville-TN

• This position may require 10% travel.

About Caterpillar -

Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years weve been helping customers build a better more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical dental and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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