Vendor-led Auditor

About this role

Why SoftwareOne?

SoftwareOne is a global software and cloud solutions provider and distributor, powered by around 12,000 people across more than 70 countries. But what really makes us SoftwareOne is our people: curious minds, different perspectives, and talented teams working together to solve real challenges and create meaningful impact. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, explore new possibilities, and build a career that’s uniquely yours, while helping shape what’s next in technology.

The role

• * Are you ready to lead high-impact vendor audits and shape compliance excellence across a global software business?  
• Do you want to be the central point of contact for strategic compliance matters involving vendors such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle?  
• Keen to strengthen audit readiness, contractual compliance, and cross-functional collaboration?  

Practical Information  

Location: India | Reports to: Head of Global Compliance | Team Size: 20+ | Work Arrangement: Remote | Visa Requirements: Valid working Visa for India | Language Requirements: English | Learn more: softwareone.com  

As our new Audit Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring SoftwareOne meets its contractual, commercial, and licensing obligations with strategic software vendors. You will partner with sales, finance, legal, and delivery teams to strengthen compliance controls, manage audit activities, and improve organizational audit readiness.  

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead vendor audits and coordinate timely, accurate responses across internal stakeholder groups 
• Manage software vendor-initiated reviews related to incentive programs, discount pass-through requirements, reseller business models, funding provided for external activities such as events, proof-of-concepts (POCs), and similar engagements. 
• Act as the primary point of contact for vendor compliance matters, including compliance requirements related to channel partner agreements and audit requests from software vendors. 
• Develop and maintain compliance policies, controls and procedures aligned with contractual obligations 
• Conduct compliance gap assessments and risk reviews related to vendor and contractual requirements 
• Deliver training and awareness initiatives that improve compliance knowledge and audit preparedness 

What we need to see from you

• Experience in executing and managing software vendor audits, including coordinating audit activities, stakeholder engagement, documentation reviews, and response management. 
• Knowledge of software licensing models, usage rights, incentive programs, and contractual compliance requirements 
• Background with creating compliance policies, internal controls, and training frameworks 
• Ability to assess compliance risks and identify process improvement opportunities 
• Experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions 
• Effective stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills 

What we offer

Our company benefits vary based on your location, but always include: 

• Global company culture: We defined our 6 core values through our company culture ( https://www.softwareone.com/en/our-story/our-values)    
• A mentor who supports your successful start and is at your side with advice and action    
• President’s Club: Recognition awarded by leadership and your peers    
• Lifelong education: A variety of training and development opportunities
• Hire to Grow: We optimize our internal structures and feedback culture constantly to be your Employer of Choice, today and in future  

Job Function

Legal & Compliance Accommodations

SoftwareOne welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process, email us at [email protected].    Please include the role for which you are applying and your country location. Someone from our organization that is not part of the decision-making process will be in touch to discuss your specific needs and we will make every effort to accommodate you. Any information shared will be stored securely and treated in the strictest of confidence in line with GDPR.  

At SoftwareOne, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  Additionally, we encourage experienced individuals that have taken an intentional career break and are now prepared to return to work to explore our SOAR program.