Software Asset Manager

Job SummaryJob DescriptionWHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?Our Software Asset Managers facilitate responsible Software Asset Management practices that drive positive social, environmental, and economic outcomes by empowering our clients and communities to succeed. Our diverse and inclusive team values, encourages, supports, and rewards innovative thinkers. For over 150 years, RBC has provided numerous professional development opportunities. We are committed to your stable work-life balance and flexibility through our hybrid workweek framework model. We look forward to you partnering your enhanced skillset with our collaborative team and forging a new, bright, and exciting future together.WHAT WILL YOU DO?Track, monitor, and update software asset records to ensure compliance with vendor contracts. This involves assisting and managing the renewal or true-up process for necessary software maintenance contracts with vendors.Monitor and capture software usage and counts within the licensing management system, which involves conducting software inventory discovery and collection procedures.Load purchase orders and asset tracking records into a licensing system, where purchase order activities convert into license entitlements.Generate software reporting for enterprise and significant vendor contracts and research, recommend and implement cost-saving initiatives throughout the contract period.Liaise with the Software Category Manager to implement software strategies such as co-terming agreements.Review industry or product releases that impact licensing requirements, structures, metrics, and models.Consult software product owners on new products, agreements, renewals, and amendments.Develop, test, and implement new processes or tools to facilitate more efficient software asset processes.WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?Must have:5-8 years of Software IT Asset Management experience.Demonstrate the proven ability to review and understand software licensing documents.Display a strong knowledge and experience with software discovery inventory tools and collection methods.Have a strong knowledge of software models, metrics, and asset management best practices.Nice-to-have:Prior experience managing IBM, Microsoft, Oracle, Red Hat, and other key vendor software contracts and products.Mature organizational skills and ability to meet critical deadlines.Strategic thinker with excellent interpersonal skills to work across functions and businesses.Whats in it for you?We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive, and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference in our communities, and achieving mutual success.A comprehensive Total Rewards Program, including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable.Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunitiesAbility to make a difference and lasting impact.Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing teamA world-class training program in financial servicesFlexible work/life balance optionsOpportunities to do challenging work.#LI-Hybrid#TechPJJob SkillsAsset Management, Asset Management Software, Critical Thinking, Customer Support Systems, Installation Support, IT Asset Management (ITAM), IT Service Level Management, IT Service Management (ITSM), IT Standards, Software Asset Management (SAM), Software Licensing, Technical TroubleshootingAdditional Job DetailsAddress:RBC CENTRE, 155 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTOCity:TORONTOCountry:CanadaWork hours/week:37.5Employment Type:Full timePlatform:Technology and OperationsJob Type:RegularPay Type:SalariedPosted Date:2024-04-01Application Deadline:2024-05-10Inclusion and Equal Opportunity EmploymentAt RBC, we embrace diversity and inclusion for innovation and growth. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable workplace for our employees to bring their true selves to work. We are taking actions to tackle issues of inequity and systemic bias to support our diverse talent, clients and communities.We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our prospective employees with different abilities. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.Join our Talent CommunityStay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com.