Abhay Singh

IT License Manager @MKS Inc.

Berlin, DE

Successfully implemented IT License management process in compliance with IT governance framework requirements, covering license requirement gathering, RFQ process, vendor selection, PR creation, PO management, license distribution, invoice, cost center management, and license harvesting.Managed end-to-end contract management of enterprise-grade contracts and SaaS agreements, including planning, negotiation, monitoring, invoice verification, renewals, handling new demands, self-declarations, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.Demonstrated a focused approach to optimizing software spend and achieving cost savings.Acted as the primary point of contact for software audit requests globally, conducting internal reviews to identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.Oversaw a diverse portfolio of licenses for infrastructure, applications, governance, R&D/Engineering, and end-user computing.Appointed as a member of the Project Management Office (PMO) for IT integration during mergers and acquisitions, responsible for planning day-1 and day-100 activities, defining functionalities for end users, and managing interdependencies across functions during the integration process.Led discussions on IT contract synergy to harmonize and standardize contracts and subscriptions, resulting in cost savings through increased volume.Conducted a comprehensive review and comparison of existing hardware and software procurement processes, policies, and tools, and provided recommendations for a streamlined and harmonized IT solution going forward.

University of Mumbai

Engineer's Degree, Electronics and telecommunication Engineering

Kingston University

Master's degree, International Business Management