IT Asset Manager/Software Asset Manager Required.

Location: Watford

About the Role:

A leading enterprise-level client is seeking an IT Asset Manager to join their team in Watford. This newly created role will oversee all technology assets within the organisation, including hardware, software, licenses, and contracts. The IT Asset Manager will ensure compliance with IT policies and standards, optimise IT costs and performance, and support IT asset audits and reporting.

Key Responsibilities for the Software Asset Manager:

• Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire IT asset life cycle, including procurement, deployment, maintenance, disposal, and renewal.
• Tracking and Management: Monitor and manage the usage of IT assets, including SaaS applications, data, and systems.
• Software Asset Management: Manage all software licenses, ensuring compliance and optimizing usage.
• CMDB Management: Maintain and manage the Configuration Management Database (CMDB).
• Contract Negotiation: Collaborate with the ICT department and suppliers to negotiate contracts, licenses, and warranties.
• Data Analysis: Analyze IT asset data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement, cost reduction, and risk mitigation.
• Support and Guidance: Provide support and guidance on IT asset management to IT staff and business users.
• Policy Development: Create and maintain IT asset management policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a small team to achieve agreed goals.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in IT asset management or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of IT asset life cycle management and software asset management.
• Experience managing a Configuration Management Database (CMDB).
• Excellent negotiation skills and experience working with ICT departments and suppliers.
• Ability to analyse data and trends to drive improvements and cost reductions.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.

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