Senior Associate, Software Asset Managment

Company: KPMG
Location: Dallas
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

The KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we don't anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you're looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory. KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate, Software Asset Management in CIO Advisory for our Consulting practice.Responsibilities:Provide high quality professional day-to-day execution of various Software Asset Management (SAM) engagements including SAM current state assessments, software license optimization reviews and SAM tool implementations/integrationsGeneral understanding of SAM lifecycle, procurement negotiation and renewal processesAnalyze clients' SAM processes and standards, current inventory datasets and SAM toolsets to identify gaps and opportunities for optimization and remediationAnalyze complex software license agreements and contractsReview entitlement documentation such as purchase orders and vendor entitlement summary reportsFamiliarity with discovery and inventory sources such as CMDB, SCCM, ILMT, VMware to analyze deployments with the goal of building license positions for various software vendorsIdentify cost optimization opportunities and risk remediation recommendationsLead client meetings to discuss license position, optimization and remediation activities and obtain feedback on findingsDay-to-day operations of SAM tools (such as Flexera or ServiceNow) and familiarity in configuration options to provide automated license reportingProvide junior team members insight on technical and licensing problems and provide guidance on how to complete complex deliverablesBuild trusted relationships with clients and stakeholdersQualifications:Minimum of four years of advisory experience in software asset management including either software license analysis reviews or SAM tool implementations/integrationsBachelor's degree from an accredited college/universityStrong understanding with the SAM lifecycle, processes and best practicesExperience with data analysis tools including Excel, Access and SequelExperience with market leading SAM tools such as Flexera, ServiceNow or SNOW KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in order to go to KPMG offices, client sites or KPMG events, except when mandated by federal, state or local law. In some circumstances, clients also may require proof of vaccination or testing (e.g., to go to the client site).

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