Interim Software Asset Manager

Position: Interim Software Asset Manager Location: Birmingham - Hybrid Day Rate: £160 - £220 per day via Umbrella About the Role: Concept - IT are seeking an experienced Software Licensing Contractor to take ownership of our client's software asset management processes. This is a key role focused on optimising software licensing, driving governance, and ensuring cost-efficiency across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Create and implement a Software IT Asset Management (ITAM) database and establish a process for ongoing governance and optimisation. Act as the subject matter expert for all software licensing across the organisation. Optimise the cost base of software licenses, including those for Microsoft (SPLA, CSP, Azure), Veeam, VMware, Halcyon, MIMIX, and other platforms. Review contracts with suppliers and vendors, ensuring terms align with organisational needs and are commercially favourable. Focus on commercial contracts, ensuring back-to-back terms with client contracts. Develop a framework for effective cost management and optimisation of software licenses. Drive improvements in processes, controls, and data reporting related to software license management. Demonstrate experience in procurement transformation and delivering positive commercial outcomes across various IT sub-categories, particularly in software and licensing.Skills and Experience: Proven experience in software licensing and compliance within an IT managed services environment. Strong commercial focus, with the ability to review and negotiate vendor contracts. Experience in managing and optimising software license costs, particularly for major platforms such as Microsoft, Veeam, VMware, and others. Demonstrated success in procurement transformation and achieving cost optimisation. Strong ability to enhance processes and governance in software asset management