Information Technology Asset Manager

IT Asset Management Lead (ITAM Lead)

Type: Long-term Contract (possibility of conversion to FTE)

Location: Irving, TX

Job ID: MCKEJP00006759

Overview

We are seeking an experienced IT Asset Management Lead to own the full lifecycle of end-user computing (EUC) hardware assets. This opportunity will serve as a subject matter expert for hardware asset governance, ensuring inventory accuracy, cost optimization, and alignment with financial planning.

You will partner closely with IT Operations, Procurement, Finance, and Security to support forecasting, budgeting, and data-driven decision-making across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Asset Lifecycle Management

Manage the full lifecycle of end-user hardware assets: procurement, deployment, refresh, redeployment, and retirement

Maintain accurate inventory tracking and reconciliation across systems

Establish and enforce hardware standards, lifecycle policies, and refresh strategies

Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements

Monitor end-user experience metrics and adjust lifecycle strategies accordingly

Vendor Management

Manage relationships with hardware vendors and resellers

Evaluate vendor performance, pricing, and service quality

Support contract negotiations, including SLAs and delivery terms

Forecast hardware demand and maintain appropriate inventory levels

Project & Solution Delivery

Lead hardware deployment initiatives from planning through execution

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess hardware needs and implement solutions

Identify opportunities to improve processes and automate workflows

Research and evaluate emerging hardware technologies

Financial Management

Develop and manage hardware budgets, forecasts, and refresh plans

Partner with Finance on budget tracking, variance analysis, and forecasting

Provide insights to support decisions such as lease vs. purchase and vendor strategy

Identify cost optimization opportunities

Reporting & Documentation

Maintain documentation for asset lifecycle processes and vendor agreements

Generate reports on inventory, lifecycle status, vendor performance, and spend

Provide insights and recommendations to leadership

Qualifications

Required

7+ years of experience in IT asset management, hardware asset management, or related field

Strong experience managing end-user hardware lifecycle (EUC)

Proven experience with vendor management and hardware procurement

Experience managing budgets, forecasting, and cost tracking

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (Excel or similar tools)

Ability to lead initiatives and collaborate across teams

Preferred

Experience with tools such as ServiceNow, SCCM, Intune, or JAMF

Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Adaptability to evolving technology and business need

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Advanced degree or certifications (e.g., PMP, ITIL) are a plus