Strategic Framework Lead - Hybrid Work & Value Delivery

Birmingham City Council; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible & hybrid working

LGPS pension

Generous annual leave

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Birmingham City Council is seeking a Framework Lead to shape strategic framework procurement across one of the UK's largest authorities. You'll develop framework agreements, provide expert procurement advice, and drive commercial value while ensuring governance and compliance.

This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary (£54,495-£64,811), and opportunities to influence savings, supplier partnerships and service delivery across the council.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in procurement and framework agreements within regulated procurement environments.
• Excellent commercial, analytical and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience using procurement systems and technology to improve delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of strategic framework agreements.
• Provide expert advice to stakeholders on procurement options and governance requirements.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve framework agreements to enhance procurement capability.
• Analyse supplier, market and performance data to monitor benefits and identify improvement opportunities.
• Build productive relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and partners to support delivery.
• Drive innovation through procurement systems and modern commercial practices.
• Ensure all activity complies with procurement legislation and project management principles.

Education

A Level 6 CIPS Diploma (or equivalent)

Job description

Birmingham City Council is seeking a Framework Lead to shape strategic framework procurement across one of the UK's largest authorities. You'll develop framework agreements, provide expert procurement advice, and drive commercial value while ensuring governance and compliance.

This permanent, full-time role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary (£54,495-£64,811), and opportunities to influence savings, supplier partnerships and service delivery across the council.