Software Asset Manager Jobs in Milwaukee, WI (NOW HIRING)

• Support the IT department by coordinating project activities and deliverables.
• Plan, organize, and integrate cross-functional IT tasks to deliver successful outcomes on schedule.
• Schedule project meetings, record and distribute meeting minutes, and maintain project documentation.
• Monitor project milestones, risks, action items, issues, decisions (RAID), and deliverables.
• Follow up with project stakeholders to ensure project activities are completed on time.
• Assist with coordinating testing efforts, training activities, and implementation schedules.
• Maintain project status reports, resource forecasts, and reporting dashboards.
• Provide regular project updates and operational metrics.
• Support customer and stakeholder communications by managing expectations and providing timely project updates.
• Document lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.

• Serve as the primary coordinator and administrator for organizational IT assets and software licenses.
• Maintain accurate inventory records for hardware, software, subscriptions, warranties, and licensing documentation.
• Assist with managing the complete lifecycle of IT assets, including procurement, deployment, maintenance, transfers, renewals, upgrades, and disposal.
• Assist with reviewing, evaluating, and approving software licensing requests to ensure compliance with organizational standards and budget requirements.
• Identify opportunities to consolidate software licensing agreements and optimize software utilization across the organization.
• Monitor software usage and licensing compliance to ensure adherence to vendor agreements and organizational policies.
• Conduct periodic audits and reconciliations of hardware inventories, software assets, and licensing records.
• Develop and maintain asset management procedures, documentation, and governance standards.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for IT vendors and technology partners.
• Coordinate the procurement of hardware, software, licensing, and technology-related services.
• Manage vendor relationships, contract renewals, licensing agreements, and support escalations.
• Evaluate vendor proposals, pricing models, and licensing structures to maximize organizational value.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure hardware and software requests meet business, operational, and security requirements.
• Track vendor performance, contract milestones, and renewal schedules.

• Develop and maintain reports related to asset utilization, software licensing, vendor performance, project status, and compliance metrics.
• Provide operational and project oversight updates to IT leadership.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings across technology operations.
• Maintain effective communication and working relationships with technical teams, business stakeholders, vendors, and leadership.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, business administration, project management, or a related field and a minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience; or, in lieu of a degree, 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in IT asset management, software licensing, vendor management, project coordination, or related technology roles.
• CAPM, or equivalent project management certification preferred.
• An understanding of software licensing models, asset lifecycle management, procurement processes, and vendor management.
• Experience coordinating technology projects and working with cross-functional teams.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and project management tools.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to confidently interpret and enforce technology policies, standards, and procedures.

• Experience managing software licensing programs and vendor contracts.
• Experience with IT Asset Management (ITAM) platforms and Service Management solutions.
• Experience implementing technology initiatives and business process improvements.

Why Will You Love Working Here?

• A collaborative culture.

• Opportunities to make a real impact as we grow.

• Competitive pay, great benefits, and a great team.

• Celebrations, volunteer days, and moments that make work more than just “work”!

Are You Ready to Join the SSi Team?