Description
About Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity - are why our people love working at A&M.
The Team
The SAM Transition Team ensures designated software titles are authorized, actively managed, and successfully transitioned into sustainable SAM operations. The SAM Transition Specialist will serve as the operational bridge between the Software Review Team (SRT) discovery function and SAM Operations, managing the complete transition of newly assigned software titles from identification through sustained compliance by SAM Operations. Additionally, the SAM Governance Specialist may also facilitate removing titles from the operation when functionality is no longer required.
How you will contribute
1. ITAM Programme Governance – Plan & Build
Own process governance for newly assigned or software titles identified to be removed
Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for remediation cycle times and success rates
Develop and execute automation and tooling roadmap for new titles entering SAM
Plan, execute, and report on remediation activities for designated software titles
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (Engineering, Legal, Global Security Office, Data Privacy, Vendors, Business Units, IT Business Partners and the Office of the CIO (OCIO)
2. Asset Inventory & Renewal Management
Manage new software title discovery and inventory across ServiceNow, Intune, SCCM, and Active Directory
Update and maintain the master software catalogue in ServiceNow SAM Pro for new and offboarded titles
Implement new titles into SAM Pro environment, including testing and validation
Coordinate renewals with vendors
Coordinate initial procurement for new titles in collaboration with the SAM Operations Team
Communicate status, timelines, and actions to end users and business stakeholders for new titles
Apply hardware asset management (HAM) knowledge to cross-asset considerations
3. Compliance & Risk Review
Analyze and assess license terms; coordinate legal review where needed
Review vendor contracts, assess risk and pricing, and negotiate terms to optimize cost and compliance
Ensure data protection and compliance checks with Data Privacy team
Manage business sponsor engagement and sign-off throughout remediation
Coordinate technical implementation of new titles with Engineering teams as needed
Facilitate business unit implementation through ITBP
Manage financial implications and budgeting with OCIO
Document remediation and governance decisions in ServiceNow KB
Leverage AI tools (Claude, Copilot, ChatGPT) for analysis and documentation
Manage timelines and dependencies using project management tools such as Jira and Project Portfolio Manager (PPM)
Assess SAM and HAM impact of changes
4. Software Intake & Validation
Collect and validate software requests in collaboration with SRT
Validate catalogue entries and cross-check against master inventory
Categorize and route requests to appropriate remediation to prepare for BAU
Monitor SLAs and manage remediation queue to ensure timely processing
Qualifications
1. Technical & Tools
ServiceNow (SAM Pro, ITAM module, reporting)
Microsoft 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, Power Automate)
Power BI for KPI and compliance reporting
Intune, SCCM, and Active Directory (asset discovery/inventory)
HAM Pro or equivalent hardware asset management system
Jira and Project Portfolio Manager (PPM)
AI tools (Claude, Copilot, ChatGPT)
2. Soft Skills
Stakeholder collaboration and cross-functional coordination
Vendor negotiation and relationship management
Project management and delivery
Attention to detail and documentation discipline
Communication (technical and non-technical audiences)
Problem-solving and process improvement mindset
3. Experience
5-8 years in software asset management
Experience with software licensing, compliance, or vendor management
Experience managing projects through multiple phases and stakeholders
Familiarity with ITAM frameworks and governance (ITIL, ISO 19770-1, or similar)
Procurement or contract negotiation experience preferred
Familiarity with current ITAM managed titles
4. Success Metrics
Monitor Remediation cycle time for assigned titles
Measure % of titles successfully transitioned to SAM BAU per quarter
Vendor SLA compliance rate
KPI targets met (cost savings, compliance rate, automation adoption)
Stakeholder satisfaction and feedback
Zero compliance gaps or untracked licenses in assigned portfolio
Your journey at A&M
We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career. We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A&M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.
