IT Asset Manager

CAI•Cleveland, OH

1d•$60,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a motivated IT Asset Manager ready to take us to the next level! If you have relevant experience in IT asset management, inventory control, warehousing/logistics, procurement, strategic sourcing, contract support, or a related operational/analytical role and are looking for your next career move, apply now. We are looking for an IT Asset Manager to be responsible for governing and improving the end-to-end lifecycle management of technology assets. This position will be full-time and onsite in Cleveland, OH.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
Relevant experience in IT asset management, inventory control, warehousing/logistics, procurement, strategic sourcing, contract support, or a related operational/analytical role preferred
Very well organized with strong attention to detail; able to maintain accurate records and perform reconciliations
Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to work effectively with school-based staff, central office teams, and external partners
Demonstrated ability to analyze data (e.g., spreadsheets, reports) and translate findings into process improvements
Track record of successful project completion and ability to work independently
Must establish and maintain satisfactory, respectful working relationships within the school environment
May be required to work non-regular hours occasionally; must be punctual and dependable

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred (business, supply chain, information systems, finance, operations, or related field)
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Executive Director, IT Strategy Execution and Governance may find appropriate and acceptable

Responsibilities

Governing and improving the end-to-end lifecycle management of technology assets—from planning and purchase through deployment, inventory control, audits/reconciliation, refresh, and final disposition
Supporting strategic sourcing and procurement activities to ensure the district receives the best overall value, reduces risk, and maintains compliance across hardware, software licensing, and technology service contracts
Owning IT asset lifecycle oversight for district technology resources (e.g., student/staff computing devices, hotspots, mobile phones, digital displays, network equipment, peripherals, and related technology resources)
Maintaining accurate inventory records across ordering, receiving, tagging, deployment, and tracking systems; ensuring data integrity and reconciliation between systems
Planning, forecasting, and maintaining inventory required for district technology operations; partnering with internal teams to align demand, refresh cycles, and deployment schedules
Conducting regular audits of inventory and software systems for accuracy, accountability, and compliance; investigating variances and coordinating corrective actions
Investigating, evaluating, identifying, and resolving problems, issues, or conditions involving asset management, process gaps, and controls
Developing, maintaining, and improving documentation (standard operating procedures, work instructions, inventory standards, and training materials) to support consistent asset practices districtwide
Collaborating with IT functional areas (including 1:1 Program, Infrastructure & Operations, and Customer Excellence), Central Office, schools, and other stakeholders to ensure policies and procedures are followed, and assets are properly accounted for
Supporting strategic sourcing and procurement by gathering requirements, developing scopes, supporting RFI/RFP processes, and coordinating supplier communications as needed
Facilitating procure-to-pay activities including requisitioning support, invoice reconciliation, and coordination with procurement/finance partners to ensure timely processing and accurate asset financial records
Contributing to cost control and value optimization through data analysis, market research, and identification of ordering/spend inefficiencies; recommending improvements and supporting negotiations and vendor performance discussions as directed
Supporting contract and license governance by helping track renewals/terminations, identifying risks related to lapses in contracts/services, and coordinating internal decision timelines
Supporting E-Rate/federal funding compliance activities as applicable to IT asset sourcing and documentation needs
Managing time efficiently, prioritizing multiple deadlines, and working with minimal supervision
Performing other duties as assigned