Specialist (m/f/d) IT Vendor and License Management

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Specialist (m/f/d) IT Vendor and License Management

Country/Region: DE

Location: Osnabrück, DE, 49084

Job Description

We are looking for a new colleague in our department Information Technology within ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules. The position can be filled globally at a ZF Foxconn location, preferred location is Debrecen (Hungary).

Join our dynamic growth journey with ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules, a global leader in assembly and logistics services for the automotive industry. With 30 years of excellence and 25 locations worldwide, our 3,500-strong team supports premium and volume car manufacturers globally.

In 2023, our revenue exceeded €4 billion, solidifying our position as the top full-service supplier for chassis systems. We excel in project management, greenfield industrialization, operations, supply chain management, and supplier development within a Just in Time/Just in Sequence environment. Accelerating our expansion, we've partnered with Foxconn, a strong investor and global leader in technology solutions. This partnership, coupled with the surging trend of outsourcing and our drive to explore further opportunities in the automotive and mobility sectors, positions us for substantial growth in the years ahead.

Are you ready to seize new horizons and elevate your career in the technology and automotive sector? ZF Foxconn Chassis Modules is your perfect choice!

What you can look forward to as Specialist (m/f/d) IT Vendor and License Management:

1. Develop and maintain strong relationships with IT vendors and suppliers based on the organization's requirements and objectives.
2. Negotiate contracts, service level agreements, and pricing terms to secure favorable vendor agreements, including performance reviews and issue resolution.
3. Monitor and manage software licenses to ensure compliance with contractual terms and conditions, as well as renewals, end-of-life and overall usage to optimize license allocation and reduce costs.
4. Develop and implement a procurement strategy to acquire necessary IT assets and software licenses.
5. Ensure compliance with software licensing agreements and recommend adjustments as needed including report of license usage and supports in audits.
6. Maintain comprehensive records of contracts, software licenses, procurement activities and cost savings.
7. Collaborate with stakeholders, like IT, business department heads and management to understand technology needs and requirements aligning with organizational goals and strategies.
8. Identify and mitigate risks associated with vendor relationships and software licensing, including data security and compliance risks.

Your profile as Specialist (m/f/d) IT Vendor and License Management:

1. Degree in information technology, Business Administration, Procurement or a related field.
2. Proven experience in IT vendor management, service management and software license management.
3. Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
4. Familiarity with software asset management tools.
5. Knowledge of industry best practices for IT procurement and vendor management.
6. Excellent verbal and written English communication and collaboration skills.
7. As a benefit: Certifications such as Certified Software Asset Manager (CSAM), Certified Procurement Professional (CPP), or Certified Contract Manager (CCM) are a plus.

Be part of our ZF team as Specialist (m/f/d) IT Vendor and License Management and apply now!

Contact: +49 211 584 2120

What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?

At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.