Job Description

:

Lead, IT Asset Management

Role Overview:

We are looking for a highly experienced

IT Asset Manager

to lead the

end-to-end lifecycle management of IT assets

across our India operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring asset visibility, cost optimization, compliance, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will bring a strong mix of technical expertise, process discipline, and stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities:

IT Asset Lifecycle Management

Manage the full lifecycle of IT assets: procurement, deployment, maintenance, upgrades, and retirement. Define and enforce asset lifecycle policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with software licensing and hardware warranty terms.

Asset Inventory & Control

Maintain a centralized, real-time inventory of all IT assets across India. Implement and manage asset tagging, tracking, and reconciliation processes. Conduct regular audits and ensure data accuracy in the ITAM system.

Forecasting & Budgeting

Collaborate with finance and business units to forecast asset needs and plan annual budgets. Track asset depreciation and provide insights for capital planning. Identify cost-saving opportunities through asset reuse and optimization.

IT Scrap & Disposal Management

Lead the secure and compliant disposal of obsolete IT assets. Coordinate with certified e-waste vendors and maintain disposal records. Ensure data sanitization and environmental compliance.

Vendor Management

Manage vendor relationships for hardware, software, and disposal services. Negotiate pricing, SLAs, and delivery timelines. Evaluate vendor performance and maintain a preferred vendor list.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with workstream leaders, project managers, and business units to align asset provisioning with project timelines. Act as a liaison between IT, procurement, finance, and compliance teams. Support onboarding/offboarding processes with timely asset allocation and recovery.

Process Improvement & Automation

Identify opportunities to automate asset tracking and reporting. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in asset management processes. Implement best practices aligned with ITIL and ISO standards.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with internal policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards. Maintain documentation for audits and support internal/external audit processes. Mitigate risks related to asset loss, theft, or misuse.

Reporting & Analytics

Generate regular reports on asset utilization, aging, compliance, and financial impact. Provide actionable insights to leadership for strategic decision-making. Maintain dashboards for real-time visibility into asset health and inventory.

Team Leadership & Training

Mentor junior team members and promote knowledge sharing. Conduct training sessions for end-users on asset handling and compliance. Foster a culture of accountability and operational excellence.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Minimum

8 years of experience

in IT asset management or IT operations. Strong knowledge of ITAM tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Axonius). Experience managing large-scale IT inventories across multiple locations. Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and vendor negotiations. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of ITIL practices is a plus.

Preferred Certifications:

ITIL Foundation Certified IT Asset Manager (CITAM) or equivalent

Qualifications:

Job Title: Lead, IT Asset Management

Location:

Avinya Campus (Bangalore) | PAN India Scope

Experience Required:

8+ Years

Role Overview:

We are looking for a highly experienced

IT Asset Manager

to lead the

end-to-end lifecycle management of IT assets

across our India operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring asset visibility, cost optimization, compliance, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will bring a strong mix of technical expertise, process discipline, and stakeholder management.

Key Responsibilities:

IT Asset Lifecycle Management

Manage the full lifecycle of IT assets: procurement, deployment, maintenance, upgrades, and retirement. Define and enforce asset lifecycle policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with software licensing and hardware warranty terms.

Asset Inventory & Control

Maintain a centralized, real-time inventory of all IT assets across India. Implement and manage asset tagging, tracking, and reconciliation processes. Conduct regular audits and ensure data accuracy in the ITAM system.

Forecasting & Budgeting

Collaborate with finance and business units to forecast asset needs and plan annual budgets. Track asset depreciation and provide insights for capital planning. Identify cost-saving opportunities through asset reuse and optimization.

IT Scrap & Disposal Management

Lead the secure and compliant disposal of obsolete IT assets. Coordinate with certified e-waste vendors and maintain disposal records. Ensure data sanitization and environmental compliance.

Vendor Management

Manage vendor relationships for hardware, software, and disposal services. Negotiate pricing, SLAs, and delivery timelines. Evaluate vendor performance and maintain a preferred vendor list.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with workstream leaders, project managers, and business units to align asset provisioning with project timelines. Act as a liaison between IT, procurement, finance, and compliance teams. Support onboarding/offboarding processes with timely asset allocation and recovery.

Process Improvement & Automation

Identify opportunities to automate asset tracking and reporting. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in asset management processes. Implement best practices aligned with ITIL and ISO standards.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with internal policies, audit requirements, and regulatory standards. Maintain documentation for audits and support internal/external audit processes. Mitigate risks related to asset loss, theft, or misuse.

Reporting & Analytics

Generate regular reports on asset utilization, aging, compliance, and financial impact. Provide actionable insights to leadership for strategic decision-making. Maintain dashboards for real-time visibility into asset health and inventory.

Team Leadership & Training

Mentor junior team members and promote knowledge sharing. Conduct training sessions for end-users on asset handling and compliance. Foster a culture of accountability and operational excellence.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Minimum

8 years of experience

in IT asset management or IT operations. Strong knowledge of ITAM tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Axonius). Experience managing large-scale IT inventories across multiple locations. Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and vendor negotiations. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of ITIL practices is a plus.

Preferred Certifications:

ITIL Foundation Certified IT Asset Manager (CITAM) or equivalent



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