Associate Framework Lead

Birmingham City Council; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Birmingham City Council is seeking an Associate Framework Lead to join the newly established Frameworks Team. The role focuses on developing and delivering innovative framework agreements that maximise value for money, improve procurement efficiency and strengthen supplier relationships within a modern Commercial and Procurement Service.

This permanent position offers hybrid working, a 36.5-hour week, and the opportunity to shape procurement strategies, provide expert advice on framework

Qualifications

• Experience developing procurement strategies and framework agreements within a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of procurement legislation, governance and commercial best practice, with understanding of framework agreements.
• Experience building productive relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and partners, providing trusted commercial advice.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret commercial and performance data for decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Experience using procurement systems and technology to enhance delivery and outcomes.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills to explain complex procurement matters.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement and framework strategies aligned with organisational priorities and value for money.
• Provide expert advice on framework agreements and maintain relationships with stakeholders and suppliers throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Lead framework procurement projects ensuring compliance with legislation, governance and best practice.
• Utilise supplier performance data, market intelligence and commercial data to identify opportunities and risks.
• Develop framework guidance, toolkits and resources; maintain high-quality content across digital platforms.
• Enhance procurement delivery via systems, technology and AI-enabled solutions.
• Support contract negotiations, framework performance management and continuous commercial improvements.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Framework agreements

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Procurement systems & technology

Communication & influencing

Professional development

Education

Level 5 CIPS Diploma

Tools

Procurement systems

AI-enabled solutions

Job description

Grade D - £45,091 – £53,460

Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Equal Pay Programme

Working 36.5 hours per week

Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.

Help shape the frameworks that deliver value across Birmingham. Are you an experienced procurement professional with a passion for framework agreements and strategic sourcing? Birmingham City Council is looking for an Associate Framework Lead to join our newly established Frameworks Team.

Permanent

Grade D - £45,091 – £53,460

Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Equal Pay Programme

Working 36.5 hours per week

Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment.

Help shape the frameworks that deliver value across Birmingham. Are you an experienced procurement professional with a passion for framework agreements and strategic sourcing? Birmingham City Council is looking for an Associate Framework Lead to join our newly established Frameworks Team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the development and delivery of innovative framework agreements that maximise value for money, improve procurement efficiency and strengthen supplier relationships. Working within a modern Commercial and Procurement Service, you'll help shape procurement strategies, provide expert advice and deliver framework solutions that support better public services across Birmingham.

About The Role

• Supporting the development and implementation of procurement and framework strategies that align with organisational priorities and deliver value for money.
• Providing expert advice on framework agreements, building strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers throughout the procurement lifecycle.
• Leading framework procurement projects, ensuring compliance with legislation, governance requirements and procurement best practice.
• Using supplier performance, market intelligence and commercial data to identify opportunities for improvement, innovation and risk mitigation.
• Developing framework guidance, toolkits and best practice resources while maintaining high-quality content across digital platforms.
• Driving continuous improvement through the effective use of procurement systems, technology and AI-enabled solutions.
• Supporting contract negotiations, framework performance management and ongoing commercial improvements to maximise long-term benefits.

About You

• Experience supporting the development of procurement strategies, framework agreements and sourcing activity within a regulated procurement environment.
• Strong knowledge of procurement legislation, governance and commercial best practice, with an understanding of framework agreements.
• Experience building productive relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and partners, providing trusted commercial advice.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret commercial and performance data to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Experience using procurement systems and technology to enhance procurement delivery and commercial outcomes.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to explain complex procurement matters to a range of audiences.
• A commitment to continuous professional development, with a willingness to work towards a Level 5 CIPS Diploma if not already achieved.

Why Join Us?

• The opportunity to develop and deliver strategic framework agreements that create lasting value for Birmingham's residents and communities.
• A collaborative and ambitious team environment where innovation, commercial excellence and continuous improvement are encouraged.
• Opportunities to develop your procurement, commercial and strategic leadership expertise through ongoing professional development.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities where service needs allow.
• A competitive Local Government Pension Scheme and generous annual leave entitlement.
• Access to a wide range of employee wellbeing initiatives and staff benefits.
• A rewarding career where your expertise will help shape modern, ethical and value-driven procurement that supports the Council's long-term ambitions.

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.

We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.

For any informal enquires please contact: [e-mail]

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken.

Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.

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