THE ROLE AND THE TEAM
Our team is responsible for Software Asset Management as well as for Technology & Professional Services Procurement across the entire Zalando Group. As a member of the team, you will lead and guide exciting and varying projects in the field of Software Asset Management. You will consult the application owners throughout the Zalando group in optimizing their software licenses and reducing risks. You identify and pursue global optima in licensing software solutions across different Zalando Business Units. Together with the team, you will bring Software Asset Management at Zalando to the next level.
Please note that the position is fixed term, available until 30. April, 2026 with a possible extension for another 6 months.
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
At Zalando, our vision is to be inclusive by design. And this vision starts with our hiring - we do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status. You are welcome to leave out your picture, age, or marital status from your application. We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit.
We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support you throughout the hiring process.
do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy
Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
You will enhance the maturity of Software Asset Management at Zalando (advice Application Owners, refine processes, improve IT-Enablement, reporting and KPIs)
You perform regular license compliance reviews to ensure a compliant usage of 3rd party software and report KPIs to senior management
You collaborate closely with the Software Procurement team to consult on optimal licensing to ensure a high quality of decision making when contracting software
You manage external service providers that deliver operative and tactical Software Asset Management support
You will add and maintain data in the Software Asset Management tool (ServiceNow)
WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
You have 3-5 years of relevant professional experience in Software Asset Management, IT Procurement and/or a degree in IT, business studies or economics.
You possess knowledge and experience of working with ServiceNow including SAMPro, experience in (IT) Procurement is a plus.
You are used to working autonomously and efficiently in a highly self-driven, structured manner and bring excellent written and verbal communication skills in English,
You bring good analytical and stakeholder management skills, knowledge of software licensing and you are curious to extend your knowledge in Software Asset Management.
You have proven that you can lead internal and external software audits and to enable strategic decisions.
You get excited by technology and continuously develop your knowledge, for example, on license models.
OUR OFFER
Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.
Employee shares program
40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners
2 paid volunteering days a year
Hybrid working model with 60% (or more) remote per week, actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration
Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year
27 days of vacation a year to start
Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
Family services, including counseling and support
Health and wellbeing options (including Wellhub)
Mental health support and coaching available
Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review
Learn all about Zalando and our values here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us
