Software Asset Manager Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the software asset manager opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for consulting and training to the IT teams on effective use of asset management tools and processes.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Strong collaboration and relationships building skills
• Basic software knowledge, and possess an in-depth understanding of vendor management
• Detailed knowledge of software publisher license models (Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, including Server/Mainframe base licensing either physical Virtual and cloud instances)
• Knowledge of asset management tools (ILMT, SCCM, Casper, ) desirable
• Highly knowledgeable and experienced in Software Asset Management and Publishers Audit
• Excellent working knowledge of Excel using the advance formulas statements/functions
• Strong in communication, project management and business process analysis
• Displays advanced knowledge of SAM tools, IT asset discovery technologies and data analysis techniques

Please consider me for the software asset manager opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for guidance in defining data policies, processes and tools for IT hardware and software asset management.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Self-starter – proactively pursues courses of action when opportunities present themselves without prompting from others
• Strong follow-through to ensure all elements on a project are in place and functioning properly during and after implementation
• Strong accounting knowledge with an emphasis on P&L is desirable
• Experience and understanding of IT Software Asset Life Cycle model
• Analyze consistent or repetitive issues or problems, develop creative solutions and assess risks / benefits
• Stay in touch with technology changes and our client's software needs and licensing requirements
• Demonstrated knowledge with e-discovery tools
• Conduct research related to software utilization, compliance, requirements and entitlements

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the software asset manager position.

Previously, I was responsible for technical leadership and consultancy in all areas of Software Asset Management, and drive to ensure that teams consistently meet their compliance objectives.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience in technical coordination, status reporting and consistency in delivering project related work efforts
• Excellent investment knowledge and analytical skills
• Knowledge of the investment and competitive landscape, and market trends
• Ensure that all software asset life cycle-related cost and risk is correctly identified, gather metrics and publish status reports, enforce mitigation and remediation activity
• ITIL, CSAM, CAMP, CHAMP, or CITAM certifications preferred
• Knowledgeable in SAM processes and performing end-to-end reconciliations
• Experience in managing a SAM platform (Aspera SmartTrack is preferred but similar systems like Flexera FNMP or SNOW will also be considered)
• Good understanding of various Asset Discovery Tools and data feeds

Please consider me for the software asset manager opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for access to technology asset data in support of essential business activities; manage the budget for ITAM tools, services, and staffing (permanent and temporary); asset management for endpoints and edge devices, software and service asset vendors, on-premises data center assets, and cloud services.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Writing Database queries and basic scripting knowledge is desirable
• Familiar with common IT infrastructure technologies and concepts (Cloud, VMWare, VDI, Citrix)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (functions, pivot tables, charting)
• Knowledge of the limitations and capabilities of computer systems
• Understanding of common industry standard business practices related to Accounting principles (Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Invoicing), Order Management (Billing and Invoicing)
• Experience creating business requirements documents and other application related systems for new and existing process improvements
• Intimate knowledge of datacenter architecture, planning and expansions
• Comfortable in ambiguous, agile environments

Please consider me for the software asset manager opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for support to various asset management initiatives, including the development and maintenance of reporting tools used by senior management.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Proactively manage software contract renewals working closely with Procurement
• Identify savings opportunities and work with vendors and colleagues to obtain identified savings
• Research questions related to permitted use of software
• Work with key-stakeholders to ensure software implications are reviewed prior to changes in environment
• Attend CAB and change forums to review change implications on software deployments and entitlements
• Develop and implement a strategic SAM audit process
• Represent SAM on software audits
• Develop M&A software strategy to ensure appropriate governance of current or potential acquisitions