Licensing Manager
OkloFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems or a related field, or equivalent job experience in business services, contract management, negotiations, and software asset management. Required experience includes managing a team, handling O&M and capital budgets, understanding complex software licensing agreements, negotiating large IT provider contracts, and managing internal/external audits for compliance. Familiarity with ServiceNow, Icertis, and Ariba is also required.
The Manager of Software Licensing & Contracts will lead high-value negotiations with software and hardware vendors, manage IT Business Services including vendor relations, and oversee software asset management and contracts. This role involves developing and maintaining vendor relationships, creating and enforcing corporate policies for contract and software management, ensuring contracts meet compliance and financial goals, and optimizing costs. Responsibilities also include managing the software asset management program, acting as a subject matter expert for software licensing, overseeing the SAM lifecycle, ensuring accurate maintenance records, and serving as the point of contact for software audits.