Software Asset Management Specialist for SAP
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We are looking for a senior SAM specialist who specializes in SAP enterprise software to join the global Software Asset Management function with an objective to optimize software contract spend, manage compliance, analyze data, draw the relevant conclusions and then work with others to implement opportunities or remediate risks. This is a challenging senior role, requiring a broad understanding of IT technology, service management processes and the ability to collaborate with many different stakeholder groups within Zurich Group.
GTO SW Asset Management comprises an international team of SAM experts in four countries, managing a multi-million-dollar software portfolio and helping other IT stakeholders to achieve their objectives. This is a perfect opportunity for someone who would like to work at a group-wide global level in defining and implementing 'Best Practice' methodologies related to SAM service primarily in SAP.
About Zurich Insurance Group
We are a global leader in insurance, and this role specifically pertains to ServiZurich, in Barcelona in 2006, operating as an integral part of Zurich Insurance Group, providing cutting‑edge technological solutions and support to Zurich's local and global business units. In addition to our technological solutions, we excel in investment, administration, and accounting, ensuring comprehensive support for Zurich's diverse operations.
Responsibilities
* Subject matter expertise, in-depth and proven knowledge of SAM operations and competencies, with ability to apply and advise on complex software licensing topics and produce ELPs specifically for SAP.
* Understands SAP licensing concepts, indirect usage rules and product use rights.
* Navigating and leveraging the SAP4Me, SAP System Measurement Tools – LAW, USSM, self‑declaration metrics.
* Provide transparency of costs for software contracts and assure fair allocation of charges to BUs and Service owners based on software usage.
* Negotiate successfully across the organization and with external suppliers/vendors constructively and collaboratively.
* Maintain stakeholder community and enable information sharing environment.
* Proactively identify and drive initiatives to achieve software‑related savings, mitigate compliance risks, develop best practices and processes, continuously improve software asset management service and ensure compliance with budget and contractual requirements.
* Identify necessary changes and play a key role in complex software contract negotiations, manage demand and contract updates, liaise with external vendors, legal, contract and sourcing teams.
* Support day‑to‑day activities of the global SAM team.
Qualifications
* 5+ years of relevant proven experience with direct responsibility and hands‑on management of SAP software portfolio in an enterprise environment.
* Knowledge of licensing for other software vendors is an advantage.
* Direct involvement in negotiations with software vendors and contract management.
* Strong understanding of license models, restrictions, benefits, optimization opportunities for SAP RISE.
* Active hands‑on work with general SAM and SAP specific system measurement tools.
* Advanced hands‑on MS Excel skills;
Power Query is a plus.
* Profit and Loss (P&L) calculations and accruals for cost impact.
* Fluent spoken and written English (strong B2+).
Personal Traits
* Analytical skills, financial and commercial acumen, attention to detail, ability to process data in a complex global organizational environment.
* Organizational, productivity, time and project management skills.
* Ability to interface, influence and network with managers, staff and stakeholders inside and outside the organization.
* Communication and negotiation skills with vendors as well as with internal stakeholders.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and yearly bonus.
* Flexible working model to support work‑life balance.
* Over 300 € to set up your home office and additional monthly home office allowance.
* Wide range of internal and external trainings, including English, German and Spanish classes.
* Ticket restaurant and health insurance with flexibility to exchange for other benefits.
* Life and accident insurance.
* Collective life retirement plan.
* 2000 € referral bonus for bringing talented people.
* Special banking and insurance conditions plus exclusive employee discounts.
* Functional diversity benefits.
* Various social clubs such as hiking, investment, beach volley and more.
* Stock options and mortgage benefits.
Location
Barcelona, Bac de Roda.
How to Apply
Send your CV in English and apply. If you are not the right fit, feel free to share the contact details with anyone you think would be a great fit.
Equal Opportunity Employment
At Zurich, we are an equal opportunity employer. We attract and retain the best‑qualified individuals available, regardless of race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability.
Other Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Information Technology.
Industries: Insurance and Financial Services.
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