Global IS License Manager ABB Robotics
Employer · ABB
IT manager
Supply and logistics manager
Systems analystFull-timeBudapest
This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We are looking for an experienced Global IS License Manager to establish and drive our global License Management capability as part of the Vendor and License Management function. This is a newly created, high-impact role offering significant opportunity to shape the area, influence global IS governance and grow with the organisation.
Tasks
- Define and drive the global License Management strategy, governance framework, policies, controls and processes.
- Lead the end-to-end software licence lifecycle and optimisation, including entitlements, usage, demand, renewals and optimisation opportunities.
- Own licence compliance and audit readiness, including reconciliations, licence positions, risk identification and remediation.
- Manage licensing relationships with key software vendors and support renewals, commercial discussions and interpretation of licensing terms in collaboration with Sourcing, Legal and Vendor Management.
- Own the quality and effective use of License Management tools and data, including ServiceNow SAM Pro or equivalent, reporting and process automation.
- Partner with IS, Sourcing, Legal, Finance and business stakeholders to embed effective license management practices across the organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in Software Asset Management (SAM), IT Asset Management (ITAM), software licensing, or IT/IS Vendor Management with a strong focus on software licensing in a global or multinational environment.
- Strong knowledge of software licensing models, licence optimisation, compliance and vendor audits.
- Hands-on experience with ServiceNow SAM Pro or a comparable SAM platform.
- Experience working with major software publishers and complex enterprise licensing models.
- CSAM, ServiceNow CIS-SAM/ITAM or relevant vendor licensing certifications are an advantage.
- Strong analytical, stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills.