Senior Manager, IT Asset Manager

**Location: Adelphi, MD (Hybrid)*** Assess current processes, provide an analysis and present clearly to senior management* Understand how various technical tools can be leveraged and integrated as part of an asset management system* Establish policies and procedures for tracking the full life cycle of IT hardware and software assets such as laptops, desktops, mobile phones, end-user applications and other devices.* Drive toward workflow automation to provide the ability to track all assets at any point in time* Drive and recommend process improvements where appropriate* Explore opportunities for maximizing or exploiting unused or partially used IT assets to achieve full efficiency and ROI from company resources.* Conduct and report software asset reconciliation and audit activities on a timely basis, including financial, licensing, warranty, and maintenance/support contract information.* Develop processes and procedures for asset disposal* Work with purchasing and the finance teams on all asset tracking and disposal* Compare warranties, maintenance agreements, and vendor contracts to assist with asset upkeep, upgrades, repair, and replacement.* Investigate equipment or software under consideration to determine ROI and total cost of ownership throughout product lifecycle.* Define purchasing recommendations that support business goals, in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.* Monitor and analyze trends in company spending and inventory control in order to make recommendations for the future, and to identify areas for possible savings and/or asset optimization.* Perform inventories and usage monitoring of all IT assets and record all findings, changes, physical location, and incidences of support.* Research industry best practices and compare against the organization’s practices in order to establish benchmarks for managing IT assets.* Effectively communicate asset management strategies to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.* If possible, standardize equipment to lower total costs.* Generate, distribute, and review relevant management reports.* Investigate and resolve exceptions and accuracy issues of the CMS repository**Skills****:*** Ability to design and create entire asset management processes for both hardware and software* Ability to deal tactfully with vendors, suppliers, and contractors who provide a broad spectrum of products and services.* Must be able to assess current practices and provide recommendations for improvements* Must be able to manage and lead a team of asset management specialist* Able to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.* Can conform to shifting priorities in company requirements, product demands, and purchasing timelines through analytical capabilities.* Persuasive, encouraging, and diplomatic.* Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources.* Strong written and oral communication skills.* Strong interpersonal skills.* Strong attention to detail.* Adept at conducting research into product- and service-related issues.* Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.* Customer service skills are critical.* Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.* Ability to comprehend, interpret, and comply with company policies and procedures* Ability to lift 40+ pounds**Education & Experience Requirements****:*** 10+ years of IT Asset Management experience in a large global organization required.* Strong knowledge of asset management processes and procedures required* Excellent inventory and cost-management skills required* Experience with various licensing models, understanding of hardware contracts required* Strong experience in ITSM platforms such as ServiceNow* Strong experience in asset scanning technologies and solutions* Experience in identifying and creating automated workflows* Proven conceptual, problem solving and analytical skills, ability to communicate sound technical advice to clients, managers and technical staff required* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required* Attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to follow established processes.* ITAM-specific skills, such as license management* Solid understanding of Office 365 and collaboration tools**Preferred Experience Requirements****:**The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. 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