Software Asset Management Analyst

About General Mills We make food the world loves: 100 brands. In 100 countries. Across six continents. With iconic brands like Cheerios, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Nature Valley, and Hagen-Dazs, weve been serving up food the world loves for 155 years (and counting). Each of our brands has a unique story to tell. For more details check out http://www.generalmills.com Purpose of the role The D&T Analyst II Software License Compliance - VMO is an individual contributor role that requires strong project management skills, excellent client communication, and a deep understanding of SAM best practices. Key Accountabilities 6-10 years overall experience in IT, with at least 5+ years of continuous experience in a Software Asset Management. Lead the development and implementation of enterprise-wide SAM frameworks and processes. Define requirements and act as Product Owner for SAM tool implementations (ServiceNow, Flexera, SAMPro preferred). Manage the lifecycle of software assets, ensuring license compliance and minimizing risk. Review and interpret complex software contracts, including agreements, subscriptions, and support terms. Develop and maintain accurate entitlement license positions for major software publishers. Conduct regular software audits and manage publisher renewals. Identify and implement opportunities for optimization, cost savings, and risk mitigation within hardware and software asset lifecycles. Provide expert guidance on application rationalization. Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to ensure alignment and support for SAM initiatives Preferred Qualifications 6-10 years overall experience in IT, with at least 5+ years of continuous experience in a Software Asset Management. Proven experience leading large-scale SAM projects within an enterprise environment. Deep understanding of SAM tools (ServiceNow, Flexera, SAMPro, etc.) and their integration with discovery sources. Expertise in Software Publishers - Microsoft,IBM, Oracle, Expertise in software contract review and interpretation. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Data Analysis & Visualization: Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau, Power BI) to extract insights from SAM data and create compelling reports. ITIL Certification: Demonstrates a broader understanding of IT service management best practices. Cloud SAM Experience: Experience managing software assets in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) ITIL and Tool Certification preferred