Strategic Framework Lead - Procurement & Commercial Value

Birmingham City Council; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Developing framework strategies that respond to market conditions and maximise commercial value, while supporting organisational priorities. Birmingham City Council seeks a Framework Lead to join our Commercial and Procurement Services.

You will provide expert advice on procurement, governance and legal requirements, lead framework development, analyse data for benefits realisation, and build strong relationships with stakeholders and partners to drive innovation and compliant delivery.

Qualifications

• Significant experience developing procurement strategies and framework agreements within a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of procurement legislation, governance and commercial best practice.
• Excellent commercial and analytical skills using market data to inform decisions.
• Experience building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and suppliers.
• Understanding of contract management, supplier performance and risk across complex supply chains.
• Experience using procurement systems to improve delivery and performance.
• A Level 6 CIPS Diploma or equivalent, or commitment to work towards it.

Responsibilities

• Developing framework strategies that respond to market conditions and maximise value.
• Providing expert advice on framework procurement, governance and legal requirements.
• Leading development and continuous improvement of framework agreements.
• Analysing data to monitor benefits realisation and manage risks.
• Building relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and partners.
• Driving innovation through procurement systems and modern practices.
• Ensuring framework activity compliance with legislation and project management principles.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Framework agreements

Stakeholder management

Commercial analysis

Procurement systems

Education

CIPS Level 6 Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Developing framework strategies that respond to market conditions and maximise commercial value, while supporting organisational priorities. Birmingham City Council seeks a Framework Lead to join our Commercial and Procurement Services.

You will provide expert advice on procurement, governance and legal requirements, lead framework development, analyse data for benefits realisation, and build strong relationships with stakeholders and partners to drive innovation and compliant delivery.