IT Hardware Asset Manager - Zones
San Mateo, CA
About the Job
Description
Position at Zones LLC.
Position Details:
Term: 3 to 6 month contract-to-hire
Location: hybrid role. 2-3 days onsite in San Mateo, CA.
Hours: Mon-Friday 8-5pm PST
Hourly pay + benefits.Up to $55.00/hr .
Our multimedia client in CA is looking for a dynamic IT Hardware Asset Manager to join their team.
What you'll do as the Asset Manager:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Procurement:
- Scheduled Orders:Manage the procurement process for scheduled hardware orders (e.g., quarterly laptop refreshes) according to established procedures. This includes forecasting demand, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring timely delivery.
- Non-Scheduled Orders:Handle ad-hoc hardware requests and special projects (e.g., early refresh programs) by efficiently sourcing and procuring necessary devices.
- QA Devices:Manage the procurement process for a diverse range of QA devices, including consoles, mobile devices, and laptops/desktops, ensuring alignment with testing needs.
- Vendor Management:Build and maintain relationships with hardware vendors, negotiate pricing, and ensure compliance with procurement policies.
Asset Management:- Receiving and Inventory:Oversee the receiving process for new and used hardware shipments, including accurate inventory tracking, data entry into asset management systems (e.g., Jira Assets, SNOW), and physical storage.
- Deployment and Tracking:Manage the deployment of hardware to employees, including asset assignment, configuration, and tracking throughout their lifecycle.
- Maintenance and Repair:Coordinate hardware maintenance and repairs, ensuring devices are in good working order and meet performance standards.
- Tech Refresh:Implement and manage the CorpEng tech refresh program, adhering to established policies and guidelines. This includes evaluating devices for refresh eligibility, coordinating replacements, and managing the transition process.
- Decommissioning:Manage the secure and responsible disposal of obsolete or end-of-life hardware through e-waste, buyback programs, or other approved methods.
- Reporting and Analysis:Generate regular reports on hardware inventory, usage, and costs. Analyze data to identify trends, optimize inventory levels, and inform procurement decisions.
- Documentation:Maintain comprehensive documentation of asset management processes, procedures, and guidelines.
- Finance Reporting:Collaborate with finance teams to provide accurate reporting on hardware assets, including cost breakdowns, depreciation, and financial forecasting.
- Inventory Optimization:Utilize defined formulas and key variables (e.g., new hires, refresh eligibility, outstanding refreshes) to forecast inventory needs, maintain optimal stock levels, and prevent shortages.
What you'll bring to the table:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience in hardware asset management, preferably in a corporate environment.
- Strong understanding of IT hardware, including laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and consoles.
- Proficiency in asset management systems and tools (e.g., Jira Assets, SNOW, JAMF).
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with procurement processes and vendor management.
● Knowledge of data security and privacy best practices.
Bonus Points:
- Experience with hardware lifecycle management and refresh programs.
- Familiarity with e-waste and IT asset disposal regulations.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
While we’re committed to providing top-tier solutions, we’re just as committed to supporting our own team. Our employees enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching provision, paid time off, and much more. And as a Minority Business Enterprise, a Corporate Plus member of the Northwest Minority Supplier Development Council, and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, our community is just as diverse.
At Zones, work is more than a job –with exciting careers with a global team who are client centric, have a passion for tech, who embrace change and lifelong learning in a collaborative culture. If you’re interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you!
At Zones, work is more than a job –with exciting careers with a global team who are client centric, have a passion for tech, who embrace change and lifelong learning in a collaborative culture. If you’re interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.
Source : Zones