IT Asset & Configuration Analyst

IT Asset & Config Analyst

Based - Winchester, SO23 8SR  (Hybrid 50%)

Permanent, Full Time

Join Premier Foods — where people, brands and purpose come together.

We’re proud to be one of the UK’s largest listed food businesses, with over 4,000 colleagues across 13 sites shaping the future of some of Britain’s best‑loved brands, found in 94% of households nationwide, making us one of the UK’s top three ambient food suppliers. From much‑loved household names such as Mr Kipling, Bisto, Oxo, Batchelors and Sharwoods, to our recently welcomed brands Fuel10k and Merchant Gourmet, our portfolio is packed with iconic favourites — and continues to grow.

We’re now recruiting a Configuration & Asset Management Analyst to join our IT Service & Operations team in a newly created role, supporting around 3,000 colleagues across the UK.

Role purpose

This role plays a key part in ensuring our IT estate is well‑governed, accurate and fit for the future. You’ll take ownership of IT Asset Management (ITAM) and ITIL Configuration Management, helping to shape and mature our hardware, software and configuration processes.

Working closely with IT, Finance, Procurement and suppliers, you’ll ensure assets are accurately tracked, compliant and delivering value across their full lifecycle.

What you’ll be doing

• Owning end‑to‑end IT Asset Management, covering hardware and software lifecycle management
• Managing and maintaining the CMDB/CMS, ensuring configuration data is accurate, complete and audit‑ready
• Leading configuration audits, reconciliations and data quality reviews
• Managing IT hardware purchasing and procurement in line with policy and budget controls
• Working with suppliers to manage delivery, performance and asset‑related issues
• Producing regular reporting on asset inventory, lifecycle status, warranties and refresh cycles
• Supporting audits, compliance reviews and financial reporting with high‑quality data
• Driving continual improvement across ITAM and configuration processes
• Supporting secure asset disposal, end‑of‑life and end‑of‑support activities

What we need from you

• ITIL Foundation (v3 or v4)
• A proactive, organised and detail‑focused approach
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain calm under pressure
• A drive for quality, accuracy and continuous improvement

• Ideally experience in an IT Asset Management or similar role
• Experience working with third‑party service providers

What we offer in return

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus
• Car Allowance
• Company Pension
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Sharesaver scheme
• Paid Volunteering Day

At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome. 

We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.