
IT Asset and Contract Analyst
PPLSI
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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About the role
- 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.
Requirements
- HS Diploma Required
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in IT asset management, contract management, or procurement.
- Strong understanding of IT asset lifecycle management principles and practices.
- Experience with IT asset management tools and software.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, CMDB, CSCP) are a plus.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
- Remote work options
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
IT asset managementcontract managementprocurementvendor managementIT asset lifecycle managementrisk mitigation strategiesprocess improvementdata analysisreport generationdashboard creation
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsattention to detailprioritizationcommunication skillsnegotiation skillsindependent workcollaborationtime managementinterpersonal skills
Certifications
ITILCMDBCSCP