Flexera SAM Expert

Role: Flexera SAM Expert

Location: Remote - US
Duration: 06-12 months

Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced Flexera SAM Expert to manage and optimize Software Asset Management (SAM) processes using Flexera tools. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring license compliance, reducing software costs, and supporting audits across major software vendors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and administer Flexera (FlexNet Manager Suite / Flexera One) for SAM operations.
• Perform software license compliance and reconciliation for major vendors such as Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, IBM, Adobe, and VMware.
• Maintain accurate software entitlements, contracts, and purchase records.
• Analyze software usage and identify cost optimization and savings opportunities.
• Support internal and external software audits and prepare audit defense documentation.
• Integrate Flexera with discovery tools like SCCM, Intune, ServiceNow, and other inventory systems.
• Ensure data accuracy by managing normalization, reconciliation, and data imports.
• Create and maintain compliance dashboards and management reports.
• Work closely with procurement, IT, and legal teams on renewals, true-ups, and contract negotiations.
• Define and improve SAM processes, policies, and best practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong hands-on experience with Flexera SAM tools (FlexNet Manager Suite / Flexera One).
• Solid understanding of Software Asset Management (SAM) and IT Asset Management (ITAM).
• In-depth knowledge of licensing models:
  • User-based, device-based
  • Core-based
  • Subscription and SaaS licensing
• Experience with vendor licensing for Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, SAP, Adobe, VMware, etc.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Experience in audit preparation and compliance management.

Preferred Skills:

• Flexera certification or SAM certification (CSAM, ITAM).
• SQL knowledge for reporting and data analysis.
• Experience with ServiceNow SAM/ITAM integration.
• Knowledge of cloud licensing (Azure, AWS, M365).

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.