IT Asset Manager

Connection; San Jose (CA); Híbrido; USD 100.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Connection is hiring an IT Asset Manager in a hybrid role based in San Jose, CA. You will oversee the full lifecycle of IT assets, ensure accurate records, and drive cost optimization across hardware, software, and licenses.

You will develop processes, maintain databases, and deliver dashboards for leadership while partnering with IT and business teams to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 3+ years of IT Asset Management experience.
• 2+ years of experience managing staff/resources.
• Strong knowledge of IT hardware, software, licensing, and asset lifecycle management.
• Experience developing strategic asset management processes.
• Understanding of software licensing agreements and vendor contracts.
• Knowledge of ITSM processes and best practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the lifecycle of IT hardware, software, licenses, and contracts with accurate records and compliance.
• Develop and improve IT asset management processes, procedures, and controls.
• Maintain accurate asset databases including lifecycle and configuration information.
• Deliver KPIs, metrics, dashboards, and standardized reports for stakeholders.
• Collaborate with IT infrastructure and business teams on asset trends and optimization.
• Support procurement, budgeting, licensing, and cost-control initiatives.
• Negotiate with vendors to meet service and pricing requirements.
• Document asset management processes and reporting.
• Coordinate with local IT resources to ensure consistent practices across the organization.
• Identify opportunities to improve asset utilization and lifecycle management.

Conocimientos

Asset lifecycle management

Vendor contracts

ITSM knowledge

Staff leadership

Data analysis

Licensing expertise

Communication skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

Asset management software

Descripción del empleo

Introduction

Be part of the team that drives our company forward, transforming ideas into real-world tools and platforms that support the business and spur innovation.

Overview

Connection has a fantastic opportunity through our Technical Staffing division for IT Asset Manager. This is a full-time, permanent hybrid position with benefits.

The IT Asset Manager will oversee the full lifecycle of hardware, software, and technology assets, ensuring accurate tracking, compliance, cost optimization, and effective utilization across the organization. This role will develop and improve asset management processes, reporting, vendor relationships, and procurement strategies while partnering with IT and business teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage the lifecycle of IT hardware, software, licenses, and contracts, ensuring accurate records, compliance, and reliability.
• Develop and improve IT asset management processes, procedures, and controls.
• Maintain accurate hardware and software asset databases, including lifecycle and configuration information.
• Develop and deliver KPIs, metrics, dashboards, and standardized reports for management and business stakeholders.
• Partner with IT infrastructure and business teams to identify asset trends, performance issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support IT procurement, budgeting, licensing, and cost-control initiatives to optimize technology spending.
• Manage and negotiate with vendors and technology partners to ensure service, pricing, and contract requirements are met.
• Establish and maintain documentation for asset management, configuration management, processes, and reporting.
• Coordinate with local IT resources and provide guidance to ensure consistent asset management practices across the organization.
• Identify opportunities to improve asset utilization, operational efficiency, compliance, and lifecycle management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years of IT Asset Management experience or experience in a closely related IT operations role.
• 2+ years of experience managing or leading staff/resources.
• Strong knowledge of IT hardware, software, licensing, and asset lifecycle management.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic asset management processes.
• Strong understanding of software licensing agreements and vendor contracts.
• Knowledge of IT Service Management (ITSM) processes and best practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, vendor management, and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of business operations and the ability to align IT asset strategies with organizational goals.