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Career Area: Technology, Digital and Data Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. What does it mean to live the Caterpillar Experience? It means you play a part in building a better world. You contribute to a winning culture-a spirit of accountability-that has driven change on every continent for more than 90 years. To work with us is a commitment to improve sustainability, invent for the digital age and innovate in order to bring solutions to millions of people. Sure, you work for Caterpillar. But more importantly, you work for the good of your career, your family, your community, and your world. Job Summary: The Software Asset Management (SAM) Senior Analyst is a key individual contributor responsible for ensuring enterprise-wide software license compliance and optimizing software asset utilization. This role involves conducting in-depth analyses of software usage and contractual entitlements, producing Effective License Position (ELP) reports using Flexera, and driving remediation efforts to maintain compliance. The SAM Senior Analyst will also serve as a strategic liaison between internal Software Owners and the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) team, supporting software lifecycle activities including contract renewals, end-of-life (EOL) identification, and associated remediation planning. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams to ensure software assets are managed efficiently and in alignment with organizational goals. What You Will Do:

• Lead team of resources to load and manage Flexera entitlements, create Effective License Position and remediation activities.
• ServiceNow Model Table Management and Software Catalog Management
• Software Usage & Optimization, analyze software usage reports to identify underutilized applications and establish removal rules for infrequently used software to optimize license usage and reduce costs.
• Process Improvement, identify and document requirements to enhance SAM processes and workflows and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across software asset management practices.

What You Have:

• 5+ years of experience in years of experience in Software Asset Management or IT Asset Management.
• Strong understanding of the software lifecycle from licensing and procurement to deployment and decommissioning
• In-depth knowledge of software license entitlements, EULAs, and use rights for complex agreements
• Demonstrated ability to develop strategies for rationalizing and optimizing license entitlements across the enterprise
• Deep understanding of Flexera ITAM, including configuration and reporting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and grow in a structured environment.
• Professional certifications such as CSAM, CITAM, CHAMP, or CAMSE are a plus.
• Hands-on experience applying automation and AI in SAM processes for efficient compliance monitoring is a plus

Additional Info :

• The ideal location for this role is East Peoria-IL, Irving-TX, Nashville-TN
• This position may require 10% travel.

About Caterpillar - Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed. Summary Pay Range: $110,520.00 - $179,640.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits: Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment /careers. Posting Dates: January 13,January 24, 2026 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community () .

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