IT Asset and Inventory Manager

Employee Benefits

• Full-time employees receive 28 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing to 33 days after 5 years of service. Annual leave is pro-rated for part-time or alternative working arrangements.
• Contributable company pension scheme
• 10% store discount at all our retail stores
• Death in Service Benefit
• Long service recognition scheme
• MyHB colleague benefits platform with access to:
• Discounts UK wide on retail, leisure, hospitality venues
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential counselling and advice line
• Low-cost voluntary insured health cash plans and cancer cover

Job Introduction

We are seeking an IT Asset and Inventory Manager to lead and develop our IT Asset & Inventory function.

Responsible for more than 30,000 IT assets, this role will set strategy, define KPIs, and drive continuous improvement across all aspects of asset and inventory management and also ensure that IT asset projects including rollouts, refreshes and upgrades are delivered on time, within budget and to the required standards.

This position is central to ensuring effective IT asset management, compliance and governance, contributing directly to organisational objectives.

Job Overview

• Lead the IT Asset & Inventory function by setting strategy, defining KPIs and driving performance improvements
• Manage the full IT asset lifecycle from procurement through to disposal, ensuring compliance and governance
• Oversee major IT asset projects, ensuring delivery within agreed scope, timescales and budgets
• Provide accurate reporting, forecasting and risk management across all IT assets and inventory
• Develop and mentor the IT Asset & Inventory team, building capability, accountability and innovation
• Work closely with IT, distribution centres, regional managers and stores to ensure effective communication and collaboration
• Implement strategic asset and inventory management plans aligned with organisational priorities
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practice, identifying risks and addressing issues promptly

Minimum Criteria To Apply

We are seeking someone with experience in IT asset and inventory management who can lead improvements and ensure effective delivery. The following experience will be valuable:

• Managing IT assets and inventory at scale, ideally in a large or complex environment
• Delivering IT asset projects such as rollouts, refreshes and upgrades
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail
• Effective communication and collaboration with a range of stakeholders
• Knowledge of compliance, governance and risk management in asset and inventory operations
• Relevant certifications in IT asset management or project management are an advantage but not essential