PPLSI

Analyst

• The analyst oversees the procurement process for IT assets, from vendor selection and negotiation to purchase order issuance.
• They maintain an accurate inventory of all IT assets, including hardware, software licenses, and subscriptions.
• This involves tracking the lifecycle of IT assets, managing deployments, upgrades, and disposal in compliance with organizational policies.
• The analyst negotiates contracts with IT vendors and service providers to ensure favorable terms, pricing, and service levels.
• They monitor contract performance, SLAs, and compliance with contractual obligations and regulatory requirements.
• They assess contract renewals, extensions, or terminations based on business needs and vendor performance evaluations.
• The analyst manages relationships with IT vendors, serves as the primary contact for contractual matters, and conducts vendor assessments.
• They evaluate vendor performance, resolve disputes, and ensure vendors meet service quality standards and contractual commitments.
• They ensure compliance with software licensing agreements, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
• The analyst generates reports and dashboards to provide insights into IT asset utilization, costs, compliance status, and vendor performance.
• They identify opportunities to optimize IT spending, such as consolidating licenses, renegotiating contracts, or retiring underutilized assets.
• They assess risks related to IT assets, contracts, and vendor relationships, and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• The analyst identifies areas for process improvement within IT asset management, contract management, and vendor management functions.
• They collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process enhancements, streamline workflows, and enhance efficiency.
• The analyst may develop training materials, policies, and procedures related to IT asset management, contract management, and vendor governance.

IT Asset and Contract Analyst