OverviewIn this role you will shape ABB Robotics' global License Management and Software Asset Management strategy, governance, and operations.
You will lead the software license lifecycle, optimise usage, and ensure compliance across the organisation.
You'll manage vendor relationships, drive data quality in SAM tools, and collaborate with IS, Sourcing, Legal, and Finance to embed best practices.
This is a strategic, high-impact role with global reach and opportunities to influence governance and continuous improvement.
ResponsabilitàDefine and drive the global License Management strategy, governance framework, policies, controls and processes
Lead end-to-end software licence lifecycle and optimisation (entitlements, usage, demand, renewals)
Own licence compliance and audit readiness (reconciliations, risk, remediation)
Manage licensing relationships with key software vendors; support renewals and licensing term interpretation with Sourcing, Legal and Vendor Management
Ensure quality and effective use of License Management tools and data (ServiceNow SAM Pro or equivalent)
Partner with IS,



Sourcing, Legal, Finance and business stakeholders to embed license management practices
Develop licensing strategies aligned with business goals; monitor licensing/regulatory developments; drive continuous improvement and handle escalations
Requisiti fondamentali7+ years in Software Asset Management, IT Asset Management, software licensing, or IT/IS Vendor Management in global environments
Strong knowledge of software licensing models, optimisation, compliance and vendor audits
Hands-on experience with ServiceNow SAM Pro or comparable platform
Experience with major software publishers and complex enterprise licensing models
CSAM, ServiceNow CIS-SAM/ITAM or relevant certifications are an advantage
Strong analytical, stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills
analytical thinking
stakeholder management
negotiation
ServiceNow SAM Pro
Software Asset Management (SAM)
IT Asset Management (ITAM)

📌 Global Is License Manager Abb Robotics (Milano)
🏢 ABB
📍 Milano