Asset Life Cycle Manager at NBCUniversal

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

105000.0

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IT Asset Life Cycle Management, Project Management, Vendor Management, Analytical Skills, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Budget Management, Service Now, Intune, JAMF

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Company Description NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world. Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025. Job Description The Asset Life Cycle Manager is responsible for end-to-end life cycle management activities for Versant’s endpoint systems – from purchase to final disposition – for Versant’s fleet of 5K+ laptops and desktops. Versant’s Workplace Operations & Engineering Leadership has prioritized focus of ALM strategy, and this is an exciting opportunity to be part of reshaping asset management processes through moving to a PC as a Service (PCaaS), managed service model. This role will assist with vendor evaluation and selection and will serve as the lead contact and oversee governance of vendor operations. This role will partner with End user compute engineering to coordinate and drive delivery of key project through vendor operations, including rollout of Intune/JAMF for Windows and Mac device provisioning and latest OS for new deployments. Additionally, the ALM Manager will oversee Versant’s centralized stock pool of new and reposed inventory along with budget and credit management for Versant’s multimillion dollar annual new hire, device refresh and disposal programs. RESPONSIBILITIES: · Oversee and lead asset life cycle management activities and quantitative and qualitative contractual obligations for Versant’s managed service provider. Activities include but are not limited to acquisition, deployment, tracking, security, repair, refresh, repurpose, and final disposition/resale of IT assets. · Work with managed service provider to monitor ALM activities and identify areas for improvement to refine ALM strategy and meet financial objectives, including new device evaluation, enrollment/provisioning, and recycling. · Partner with end user compute engineering team to execute against strategic initiatives with respect to vendor operations. Define and document workflows and SOPs when required. · Aggregate and socialize ALM achievements, issues, and risks to leadership as required. · Manage vendor relationships: Maintain positive relationships with key technology vendors to ensure the organization receives competitive pricing, high-quality goods and services, and timely delivery. Participate in contract negotiations with technology vendors to ensure favorable terms and conditions, including pricing, delivery schedules, and service-level agreements Qualifications Basic Requirements: · Minimum 5+ years of experience in IT, specifically in an enterprise environment · Bachelor’s degree in computer-related field and/or years of equivalent of experience. · Technical background and understanding of IT asset life cycle management · Project management skills and the ability to manage a budget and participate in budget planning discussions · Ability to manage vendor relationships: Maintain positive relationships with key technology vendors to ensure high-quality goods and services, and timely delivery · Ability to express complex technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing · Excellent analytical and organizational skills · Ability to work well with people from different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience · Ability to analyze complex data and create user friendly reporting · Self-starter, ability to work independently with limited supervision · Ability to travel to conduct in-person visits at various Versant offices or vendor offices/warehouses as required Desired Characteristics: · Project management certification or course work · Experience with the asset management functions of Service Now is preferred · Experience with Modern device management systems, like Intune and JAMF Additional Information This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week. This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $85,000 - $105,000 Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected]. Although you'll be hired as an NBCU employee, your employment and the responsibilities associated with this job likely will transition to Versant in the future. By joining at this pivotal time, you'll be a part of this exciting company as it takes shape.

Responsibilities

The Asset Life Cycle Manager oversees end-to-end life cycle management activities for Versant’s endpoint systems, including acquisition, deployment, tracking, and final disposition of IT assets. This role also involves managing vendor relationships and ensuring the organization meets financial objectives through effective asset management.