Lead/Sr Consultant - Enterprise License Management

Job Overview

• We are seeking a Lead Sr Consultant for Enterprise License Management based in Bangalore
• This position is a full-time, hybrid role ideal for a senior-level professional with expertise in license compliance and software lifecycle management
• The role demands effective stakeholder management and project management skills to foster procurement strategies and reporting analytics

Enterprise License Management

• Software Lifecycle Management Responsible for the E2E ownership of all Enterprise & Engineering license (Procurement Retiral).

License Management

• Manage relationships with software vendors and ensure that contracts and renewals are reviewed, negotiated, and compliant.

Reporting & Analytics

• Generate and present regular reports on License utilization for Enterprise & Engineering license.

Software Licensing & Compliance

• Ensure that software licensing agreements are adhered to, and develop strategies to prevent non-compliance issues, audits, and associated risks.

CMDB

• Create Repository/Inventory for all Software managed by MBRDI.

Qualifications and Skills

• Expertise in enterprise license management, with proven experience in handling complex license agreements and compliance.
• Ability to create and maintain a comprehensive software repository or inventory for efficiently tracking licenses and asset usage.
• Proficient in reporting and analytics to provide insightful data-driven recommendations and ensure continuous improvement in license management processes.
• Strong understanding of software lifecycle management, including release planning and end-of-life processes to optimize software resource utilization.
• Experience in license compliance to prevent audit risks, ensure adherence to legal standards, and implement best practices.
• Skilled in procurement processes to effectively interact with vendors and negotiate terms that benefit the company.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills to build relationships and influence stakeholders across various functions and levels.
• Solid project management capabilities to plan, execute, and oversee projects within the license management domain to successful completion.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the enterprise license management initiatives, ensuring compliance with legal and organizational standards
• Create and manage comprehensive license repositories, providing visibility and insights to internal teams
• Develop robust reporting and analytics frameworks to monitor and optimize software asset usage
• Collaborate with procurement to negotiate favorable terms and manage vendor relationships for software acquisitions
• Engage with stakeholders to drive efficient processes and foster a culture of compliance across the organization
• Implement effective project management strategies to ensure timely completion of license management projects
• Stay informed on industry best practices and evolving technologies to maintain competitive advantage

Screening Questions

• Do you have experience in Enterprise License Management?
• Have you handled complex license agreements and ensured compliance?
• Can you create and manage a comprehensive license repository?
• Please describe your experience with stakeholder management in IT projects.
• How many years of experience do you have in project management within license management?