Associate Framework Lead

As an Associate Framework Lead, you'll play a key role in developing and delivering framework agreements by:

• 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.
  
  We're looking for a commercially aware procurement professional with excellent relationship management skills and a passion for delivering strategic procurement solutions. You'll bring:
• 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.
  
  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., Working for Birmingham City Council is more than just a job; it's about making life better for the 1 million plus people who live and work in the city., The Council is a fantastic place to work. You will find an organisation that is both challenging and supportive; with a leadership impatiently adventurous in its pursuit of excellence. There is a clear vision which is ensuring that the Council is working for communities today and building for tomorrow, we focus our resources on five key priorities:
• A Prosperous Birmingham: through a focus on inclusive economic growth, tackling unemployment, attracting inward investment, and maximising the benefits of the Commonwealth Games.
• An Inclusive Birmingham: through a focus on tackling poverty and inequality, empowering citizens, promoting diversity and civic pride, and supporting and enabling all children and young people to thrive.
• A Safe Birmingham: through a focus on making the city safer, safeguarding vulnerable citizens, increasing affordable housing, and tackling homelessness.
• A Healthy Birmingham: through a focus on tackling health inequalities, encouraging physical activity and healthy living, supporting mental health, and improving outcomes for adults with disabilities and older people.
• A Green Birmingham: through a focus on street cleanliness, improving air quality, continuing the route to net zero, and becoming a city of nature.
We see the Council's role as providing strategic leadership - that's being able to visualise a new future for the city and equipping others to share our vision. We want to ensure the provision of services for all, so we can support those least able to support themselves by working with partners and putting citizens and neighbourhoods at the heart of our decision-making. We are always looking for people who put the customer at the centre of their approach, with a commitment to excellence to help us achieve our vision. We will support you to develop and thrive in your role, building a pathway for long-term success, with lots of development opportunities, such as apprenticeships.

At Birmingham City Council, you'll become part of a forward-thinking Commercial and Procurement Service that is transforming procurement across one of Europe's largest local authorities. In return, we offer:
• 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.
Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application, this is required for shortlisting. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached 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., In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well-being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments.