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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Software Asset Management Analyst in Denver, CO

Role Description

As the Sr. Sourcing Analyst supporting the Strategic Sourcing Technology team's Renewal Desk, you will own end-to-end management of Nordstrom's technology renewals. This role is focused on driving cost savings in software and hardware and optimizing Nordstrom's technology investments. In collaboration with Finance and Technology partners, you will help optimize license usage and support and maintenance plan usage while ensuring renewals are executed timely, accurately, and in alignment with business needs.

• Proactively lead and support all software and hardware renewals from initial assessment through PO requisition
• Maintain and proactively update a centralized renewals calendar to prevent service lapses and maximize planning visibility
• Partner with Technology stakeholders to lead the identification of usage gaps and drive optimization of licenses and support services
• Engage stakeholders to gather and analyze usage data, assist in forecasting future usage needs, and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Request and compare supplier quotes
• Lead commercial negotiations with software and hardware suppliers to achieve cost savings and secure favorable license use requirements
• Conduct financial analysis to recommend renewal options to stakeholders that align with budget and business objectives
• Accurately track and report cost savings and renewal metrics

Skills & Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in technology sourcing or contract management, with exposure to software and hardware renewals.
• Strong understanding of software licensing structures, pricing models, audit practices, and supplier performance frameworks.
• Proven ability to negotiate commercial terms that deliver cost savings, mitigate risk, and align with business objectives.
• Successfully worked independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, managing multiple renewals and prioritizing workload.
• Strong analytical skills and experience conducting financial analysis, including TCO, to support renewal decisions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with a proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technology landscapes and pivot renewal strategies in response to changing business needs.
• Strong proficiency with O365, BI apps, contract lifecycle management tools, and source-to-pay tools

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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