Ko mātou tēnei – our organisation
At One New Zealand, our purpose is help create a better-connected Aotearoa, New Zealand. We're focusing on investing more into simpler and better products and services, to make things even better for New Zealanders.
We are also proudly Rainbow Tick certified and champion diversity of thought, perspective and background. We offer a friendly and open environment with leading flexible working practices that help people maintain a personal and professional balance that works for them and their whānau.
Uia mai koe te pātai, he aha te mea nui o tēnei ao? Māku koe e ki atu he tangata, he tangata, he tangata.
“If you asked me, what is the greatest thing in this world, I would say it is people, it is people, it is people.”
Ko tō tūranga – your role
As the Software Asset Management (SAM) Lead you are responsible for driving the strategy and processes that govern our software asset management practices. This role ensures the accurate interpretation, tracking, and recording of software license terms, working closely with cross-functional teams to maintain compliance. By identifying and addressing software consumption inefficiencies and duplications, you will play a pivotal role in reducing costs and improving operational efficiency.
Your leadership will be integral to ensuring that software assets are effectively managed, fostering an environment that supports compliance and optimizes software usage. Ultimately, your efforts will contribute to the creation of a streamlined, compliant, and well-managed software environment that supports the broader goals of the organization.
Ko tō mahi – what you’ll do
- Establish and lead cross-functional teams / governance forums at mid, senior and executive levels of the organisation
- Understand stakeholder challenges and provide support to optimise use and compliance to contract terms
- Manage risks and issues incl. compliance positions and software support status
- Reduce consumption and duplication of software
- Support procurement strategies (optimise license types, quantities & cost reduction)
- Lead self-auditing to ensure formal license compliance reporting processes are favourable to One NZ.
- Ensure software license terms are correctly interpreted, recorded in Flexera and fully understood by contract owners / technical teams post contracting.
- Coordinate with operational teams to ensure license compliance is managed for software that cannot be discovered using Flexera.
- Lead our SAM strategy and processes.
Na tōu rourou - what you’ll bring
- Strong influencing and communication skills with demonstrable experience influencing at all levels of the organisation (including SLG and Exec) to own remediation of difficult and complex issues.
- Significant experience negotiating or managing software license contracts.
- Proven experience working in technology related roles with strong technical proficiency
- Ability to synthesise complex licensing terms and technical nomenclature into clear problem statements and actionable recommendations
- Methodical with strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Highly collaborative and confidence engaging at all levels of the organisation.
Nā mātou te rourou – what you’ll get
- One New Zealand is leading the way by ensuring you can have a truly balanced life. Most roles allow flexibility to work from home and flex your hours to enjoy work & family commitments.
- A fully subsidised Southern Cross health insurance cover for you and your family.
- Laptop, unlimited data plan, market leading cell-phone for business or personal use.
- Lifestyle leave where you can purchase an extra week or two of annual leave.
- Discounts on One New Zealand products, services and much more!
At One New Zealand, we have a clear purpose to unlock the magic of technology to create an awesome Aotearoa. We’ve got Heart, showing up as our best selves in every situation. We have the Grit to deliver a radically better world for our customers. We embrace the Freedom to shape the future, creating a more progressive, more inclusive Aotearoa.
Joining the One New Zealand whānau will stretch you, challenge you and provide opportunities you’ve been seeking to expand your career. You’ll engage in unique workplace experiences, be exposed to exciting and innovative technology, and gain opportunities for learning beyond Aotearoa.
Tū hikitia rā, tū hāpainga. Tū hāpainga, tū hikitia rā.
We stand to uplift, to support and to elevate others.
