The Director of Software Asset Management SAM is responsible for developing and leading the global SAM strategy to ensure full compliance with software licensing agreements optimize software usage and manage vendor relationships This role will oversee the implementation of a standardized SAM framework monitoring the usage of all software products publishing reports to the leadership along with optimization opportunities manage audits across all regions where Cyient is operating Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Governance Develop and implement a global SAM framework and governance model Define standardized processes roles responsibilities and KPIs across all zones Create and maintain RACI matrices involving cross-functional teams Infrastructure Procurement Compliance etc Compliance Audit Management Ensure 100 compliance with software license agreements across all vendors Lead external audit engagements data collection validation planning and reporting Create baseline inventory reports to reconcile entitlements vs deployments Vendor Contract Management Lead vendor negotiations define SLAs and review contracts and key clauses Onboard vendors provide training and communicate KPIs and targets Create vendor risk matrices and assess exposure with major publishers Budget Financial Oversight Manage a budget of 2MM USD including CAPEX and OPEX Oversee P L for SAM initiatives and drive cost optimization Forecast monthly demand and supply for software assets Procurement Licensing Participate in global deal negotiations and liaise with procurement teams Summarize entitlements from various sources MSA EA PO etc Educate stakeholders on licensing models and compliance obligations Reporting Analytics Generate monthly and on-demand SAM reports and communicate results to senior leadership Monitor team KPIs and report performance metrics regularly Report usage for user-based licenses Authorized Concurrent Floating Team Development Training Recruit and train members from busine