Hermès Software Asset Manager

Paris • France

Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Hermès, a distinguished French family-owned and independent house since 1837, is renowned for crafting and trading high-quality objects. With a workforce of nearly 20,000 employees globally, Hermès is driven by a continuous entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering standards. The company nurtures individual freedom and autonomy through responsible management, perpetuating exceptional craftsmanship with a strong territorial presence, respecting both people and nature. Hermès' creativity is fueled by fifteen artisanal métiers, with collections showcased in over 300 stores worldwide.

1. Implement a Software Asset Management (SAM) governance framework to ensure software license compliance and cost optimization.
2. Serve as the primary reference for software assets throughout their lifecycle.
3. Conduct software inventories and produce monthly reports for the budget manager.
4. Monitor contractual compliance of deployments, identifying discrepancies between purchases and actual usage.
5. Identify and implement cost optimization strategies for software.
6. Educate stakeholders, including technical teams and business users, on best licensing practices.
7. Assist the Contract Manager in preparing supplier negotiations.
8. Participate in internal and external software audits in collaboration with technical, legal, and financial teams.
9. Maintain active awareness of licensing model evolutions and associated metrics.

1. Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in software asset or license management.

1. Proficiency in Excel and Power BI.
2. Strong understanding of licensing metrics and models (SaaS, On Premise).
3. Ability to analyze complex data and propose optimization actions.
4. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and synthesis ability.
5. Exceptional communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
6. Familiarity with TANIUM is advantageous.
7. Knowledge of IT environments (infrastructure, operations) and Cloud platforms is appreciated.
8. Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

A minimum of 3 years in software asset management or license management is required.

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.

Hermès is committed to ethics, diversity, and inclusion, offering a responsible and enriching work environment.

Hermès fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, creativity, and responsibility, emphasizing individual autonomy and a commitment to ethical practices. The company values diversity and inclusion, creating a dynamic and supportive workplace.