Servicenow Lead IT Asset Management (Itam) Administrator

ServiceNow Lead IT Asset Management (ITAM) Administrator 
Location:- Onsite in Irving, Texasxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxwith potential for hybrid Locals only 
If you have someone that is nearby to Irving but is 100% remote I am open to reviewing as well        
12+ Months Contract
Interview: must be available for video interview
Visa: No h1B/CPT/TN

Solution Identification and Implementation
* Collaborate with internal teams to assess hardware needs and identify opportunities for improvement in existing hardware solutions and lifecycle processes.
* Implement automation to streamline workflows and optimize hardware lifecycle management.
* Partner with End User engineering to conduct thorough research to identify new and emerging hardware technologies that can enhance organizational efficiency and performance.
* Design and develop comprehensive hardware deployment plans and lifecycle processes that align with organizational goals and objectives.
* Oversee the implementation of hardware solutions, ensuring that deployments are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.
* Gather feedback from end-users and stakeholders to identify areas for improvement and make necessary adjustments to hardware solutions.

Project Management
* Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies for hardware deployment projects.
* Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including IT, procurement, business leaders, and operations, to ensure smooth execution of hardware deployment projects.
* Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders, highlighting any potential risks or issues.
* Address and resolve any issues that may arise during hardware deployment projects, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
Financial and Budget Management
* Develop and manage hardware asset budgets, forecasts, and multi-year refresh plans.
* Partner with Finance to support budget vs actual analysis, accruals, and variance explanations.
* Provide financial insights to support decisions around lease vs purchase, refresh timing, and vendor strategy.
* Manage project budgets, ensuring that all expenditures are within allocated limits and that cost-saving opportunities are identified and implemented.
* Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities for cost optimization and process improvement.
Documentation and Reporting
* Maintain comprehensive documentation of hardware lifecycle processes, including project plans, vendor contracts, and performance reports.
* Generate regular reports on hardware lifecycle activities, vendor performance, and project outcomes, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
* Produce regular and ad hoc reporting on asset counts, aging, refresh status, and spend.

Minimum Requirements
* Typically requires 7 years relevant experience.
* Experience with budget management/ownership required.

Critical Skills
* 7+ years of experience in IT hardware asset management, vendor management, or related roles with a strong focus on end user hardware.
* Deep understanding of end user hardware lifecycle management, inventory controls, and refresh strategies.
* Proven experience in managing complex hardware deployment projects, including project planning, execution, and monitoring.
* High attention to detail, ensuring that all hardware lifecycle processes are executed accurately and efficiently.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced Excel or equivalent reporting tools.
* Demonstrated leadership abilities, with the ability to motivate and manage cross-functional teams.
* Proven experience in vendor relationship management.
* Proven experience working with IT budgets, forecasting, and cost tracking.
Additional Skills