(Senior) IT Lizenzmanager (all genders)

Position

(Senior) IT Lizenzmanager (all genders) – DATAGROUP – DG-OPS-0321

Overview

DATAGROUP is one of Germany’s leading IT service providers. We deliver reliable IT services for our customers across the DATAGROUP group. In this role you will be part of a dynamic team that drives innovation and delivers quality solutions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain oversight of the license inventory across the entire DATAGROUP group.
• Master our license systems and tools, ensuring rapid and effective use.
• Guarantee that our IT systems are properly licensed – legally safe and economically efficient.
• Develop license strategies that balance availability, compliance, and cost.
• Maintain the central contract and license database and create reports.
• Act as the first point of contact for all DATAGROUP subsidiaries regarding license questions.
• Lead license‑management projects and coordinate across subsidiaries and internal teams.
• Support contract negotiations and license extensions, relying on strong internal and external partner relationships.

Qualifications

• Multiple years of experience in IT license management, ideally in a datacenter environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft, VMware, SUSE/Red Hat, and Citrix license models.
• Experience in software deployments while maintaining clear oversight of license use and cost.
• Comprehensive knowledge of contract negotiations and relevant legal frameworks.
• Proficient ITIL knowledge that is applied effectively.
• Ability to capture complex situations quickly, prepare them understandably, and communicate clearly.
• Strong negotiation skills, analytical abilities, and a strong conceptual understanding – presented professionally.
• Excellent language skills: German at C1‑level, English negotiation‑level.

Benefits

• Individual onboarding with a personal mentor – you will be integrated step by step.
• Challenges that are varied and empowering – never boring.
• Flat hierarchies and direct communication.
• Flexible hybrid working hours and additional vacation days.
• Modern offices with height‑adjustable desks, dual monitors, and private spaces.
• JobRad, team spirit, and sporting sponsorships.
• Company pension plan with a contribution.
• Corporate benefits for shopping and entertainment.

Important note

Please be advised that a valid work permit for Germany is required for non‑EU citizens. Applications without a valid work permit and sufficient German language skills may not be considered.