Job Description

Role: Software Asset Management SpecialistLocation: Pune, IndiaPerforce Software, Inc. (Perfroce) powers innovation at an unrivaled scale. Our solutions drive quality, security, compliance, collaboration, and speed across the technology lifecycle. We bring deep domain and vertical expertise to every customer, so nothing stands in the way of success.Our global footprint spans more than 80 countries and includes over 75% of the Fortune 100. Perforce delivers solutions for even the toughest DevOps challenges and is trusted by the world's top brands and notable market leaders, such as Adobe, Apple, Bank of America, Electronic Arts, Intuit, Marriott, NASA, Nvidia, Pixar, Qualcomm, Salesforce.com, Samsung, and SAP.Position Summary:Cesc Sanchez, Director, IT Operations, is searching for a Software Asset Management Specialist for their IT team. This role is responsible for the effective delivery of high-quality in-depth Asset services to the Perforce internal user community. This position involves coordinating with various departments to ensure compliance with software license agreements, optimizing software usage, and reducing costs through asset management practices. This role will also work closely with the Director of Procurement to keep vendor records current and provide IT-related purchasing and sourcing support as needed.Essential Functions:

• Manage the global IT Department's corporate credit card expenses and reporting.
• Initiate PO requests for software and hardware purchases on behalf of the global IT Department.
• Work with the company's IT partner to negotiate favorable terms, purchase, and renew software licensing and hardware.
• Manage Perforce's vendor onboarding, offboarding, and maintain vendor relationships.
• Anything to add about process improvement, etc.? Something along the lines of Develop and document software asset management processes and procedures.
• Conduct regular audits to optimize usage and cost of both new and existing software.
• Stay informed about licensing models, pricing, and product roadmaps for key software vendors.
• Maintain the IT

-
Finance asset lifecycle relationship to ensure information is accurate and up to date system databases.Required Education, Experience and Skills

• 2-year computer-related degree or similar experience required in a heterogeneous asset management environment (Windows, Mac, Linux).
• Demonstrated proficiency in negotiating and resolving complex problems with Hardware and Software related contracts.
• Excellent communications skills with an ability to work comfortably with vendors and customers with a wide range of technical expertise. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Highly motivated self-starter - able to work quickly and independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong sense of achievement and willingness to contribute to a dynamic team environment.
• Open to participate in cross-team projects on-demand.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Demands\xc2\xb7 In office or remote positionCome to work with us! Our team members are valued for their contributions, introduced to new opportunities, and rewarded well. Perforce combines the experience and rewards of a start-up with the security of an established and privately held profitable company.If you are passionate about the technology that impacts our day-to-day lives and want to work with talented and dedicated people across the globe, apply today!Perforce Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, family or relationship structure, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Perforce Software's management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.

Perforce