Software Asset Management - Portfolio Lead - Re...

TJX CompaniesAt TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you're working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores-TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you'll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family-a Fortune 100 company and the world's leading off-price retailer. Job Description:What you'll doThe SAM Portfolio Lead is responsible for the strategic management and optimization of the organization's software portfolio with a focus on "big rock" publishers. This role serves as the primary point of contact for major software vendors, drives cost optimization initiatives, and ensures compliance while providing advisory services across the organization. As part of the SAM Center of Excellence, this position plays a crucial role in balancing software licensing costs, compliance requirements, and business needs.

• Optimize software licensing costs while maintaining compliance with vendor agreements

• Lead and coordinate effective audit defense strategies to minimize financial exposure and business disruption

• Streamline software portfolio management processes to eliminate complexity and drive efficiency

• Identify and execute strategic cost-saving opportunities through co-terming, license reclamation, and application rationalization

• Establish a single point of contact approach for major software publishers to enhance relationship management

• Develop a holistic view of software assets across all business towers

Successful Candidates will have experience in:Strategic Portfolio Management

• Manage and optimize the software portfolio with focus on "big rock" publishers and licensing costs

• Develop and report on a holistic view of software assets across all organizational towers

• Identify opportunities for co-terming agreements to achieve cost savings

• Establish a rigorous approach for identify reclamation and rationalization opportunities across the application portfolio and implement initiatives to drive cost savings

• Lead monthly meetings with key vendors to maintain strong relationships

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all inquiries related to software licensing questions and billing/invoicing questions

Compliance and Audit Support

• Establish software compliance audit readiness and audit defense procedures

• Provide audit consulting to stakeholders and drive audit resolution in coordination with Product teams, Legal, and Advisors

• Coordinate with Legal and GS&P on compliance matters

• Work with internal teams on compliance issues, right-sizing, advisory support, and contract renewals

• Manage true-ups, including compliance position assessments with outside vendors

• Lead and collaborate with Application Development, Procurement, and Vendor Management on publisher-related activities

Financial Management

• Work with Finance for budgeting and manage administrative processes related to software assets

• Attend cost savings meetings and report on achievements

• Work with finance, GS&P, and product teams to identify a pipeline of cost-saving opportunities

• Track and report on portfolio optimization metrics and cost-saving initiatives

Process Optimization

• Drive continuous process improvements related to software asset management in collaboration with Governance Lead

• Drive efficiency in software lifecycle management processes including end of life

• Reduce complexity in software portfolio management

• Serve as the expert layer between SAM manager, SAM analysts, and SoftwareOne

• Implement best practices for software license optimization and management

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in software asset management, vendor management, or IT procurement

• 3+ years of experience managing enterprise software licensing for major publishers (Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, SAP, etc.)

• Strong understanding of software licensing models, metrics, and contract structures

• Demonstrated success in cost optimization and vendor negotiations

• Experience with software compliance audits and remediation

• Excellent communication skills with ability to interface with executives and vendors

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Preferred Skills

• Relevant certifications (CSAM, CITAM, ITIL)

• Experience with ServiceNow SAM or similar SAM tools

• Background in IT finance or procurement

• Knowledge of software publisher-specific licensing programs and metrics

• Experience in a global or multi-regional organization

• Familiarity with SoftwareOne or similar SAM service providers

Additional Information This role is part of the SAM Center of Excellence Team and requires a strategic mindset combined with attention to detail. The position involves regular interaction with senior leadership, vendor representatives, and cross-functional teams. The role may require occasional travel to support vendor meetings and internal stakeholder engagement.Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs for management; auto/home insurance discounts; tuition reimbursement; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; child care/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.Address:770 Cochituate RdLocation:USA Home Office Framingham MA 770 Cochituate RdThis position has a starting salary range of $124,800.00 to $162,300.00 per year. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual incentive as well as long-term incentives.

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