Lead – Enterprise Asset and SAM

Chennai, Tamil Nādu, Inde

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We combine AtkinsRéalis project management expertise and Hitachi Energy's deep technological knowledge to create a company dedicated to substations – we are Linxon!

We are seeking an experienced Asset & License Management Lead to oversee IT asset lifecycle management and software license compliance across global operations. The role requires a hands‑on leader with expertise in CMDB and Software Asset Management (SAM) tools, strong vendor/client management skills, and the ability to drive KPI‑based governance and reporting.

What will you do?

• Lead the end‑to‑end IT asset and license management function across hardware, software, and cloud services.
• Manage and maintain the CMDB (Configuration Management Database) ensuring accuracy and integrity of asset data.
• Oversee SAM tools for license tracking, compliance, and optimization.
• Define and enforce policies and processes for asset lifecycle management (procurement, onboarding, usage, retirement).
• Monitor and report on KPIs, SLAs, and compliance metrics to leadership.
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, and ITSM teams to ensure cost optimization and compliance.
• Manage vendor relationships for hardware/software contracts and negotiate renewals.
• Partner with clients and stakeholders to ensure transparency and alignment on asset usage and license compliance.
• Prepare audit reports and ensure compliance with ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and regulatory standards.
• Drive automation initiatives to streamline asset tracking and reporting.
• Mentor and guide junior team members in asset and license management best practices.

Experience, Education and other Required:

• Experience: 10–12 years in IT asset and license management, with at least 3–5 years in a Global Lead role
• Strong hands‑on expertise in CMDB management and SAM tools (ServiceNow SAM, Flexera, Snow, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in vendor management and contract negotiation for hardware/software licenses.
• Solid understanding of ITIL processes (especially Asset & Configuration Management).
• Experience in client management and global stakeholder engagement.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and drive cost optimization.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with cloud licensing models (Azure, AWS, M365).
• Exposure to audit and compliance frameworks (ISO 20000, ISO 27001, GDPR).
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• ITIL v4 certification mandatory.
• Certifications in SAM/IT Asset Management (CSAM, CHAMP, CAMP) preferred.
• PMP/Prince2 or equivalent project management certification is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of financial and contractual aspects of IT asset management.

• Industry: Energy/Power sector

What we offer:

In return, we offer a wide range of rewards and benefits,

• 20 days Privilege Leave, 13 days Emergency leave and 14 Public holidays per year.

• Medical Insurance, Life Insurance and Career Progression

• When it comes to diversity and inclusion, we see things differently at Linxon - we encourage applications from people of all races, ages, genders, religions, sexual orientations and more - so whoever you are, we hope you'll see things our way, too.

About Linxon

Shaping energy solutions to empower sustainable connectivity.

Linxon's vision is to deliver the best market offering for turnkey substation projects through world-class power technologies and delivering the highest level of competence in managing infrastructure projects.

As a leading engineering company, we help our customers with turnkey substation solutions in the field of power transmission, renewable energy, and transportation.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to be part of a new company as it evolves and help shape it for the future. If you like new challenges, have an entrepreneurial spirit, and are interested in working with other motivated professionals with expertise in the Substations EPC business, then this is the new opportunity for you.

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