Contracts and Frameworks Manager
Location: Manchester Preferred (Birmingham / Leeds)
Salary: £55k to £65k
Hybrid: 2-3 days in the office
Contract: 12 months FTC but could lead to a permanent role
Our client is a premier UK technology partner, celebrated for their technical expertise and industry-leading workplace culture.
They are on the lookout for a new Contracts and Frameworks Manager to be the backbone of their largest frameworks and customer agreements. This isn't just about oversight; it's about ownership. You'll be responsible for ensuring their contractual commitments are met with precision while building the robust operational processes needed to capture and master their data.
The Role:
* Provide expert guidance on the Procurement Act 2023 and our client's framework portfolio to internal teams and external partners.
* Act as a primary liaison between Sales, Customers, and Framework Authorities to ensure seamless contract administration.
* Consult on bids and tenders to assess KPI feasibility and reporting risks, ensuring all commitments are commercially deliverable.
* Monitor and report on contractual KPIs, maintaining full oversight of framework obligations.
* Support the rollout of a new CRM system to overhaul MI reporting, ensuring all data is accurate, compliant, and reliable.
* Design and implement robust operational workflows, driving continuous improvements in reporting efficiency and data quality.
* Deliver internal training to ensure all departments understand and adhere to evolving procurement regulations.
About you:
* Comprehensive knowledge of public sector regulations and framework structures (this is essential).
* A strong grasp of data analysis, framework MI requirements, and auditing processes to ensure accuracy.
* Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing robust operational workflows.
* Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to thrive under the pressure of strict deadlines.
* A deep commitment to providing high-quality service to both internal teams and external partners.
* The ability to delegate tasks strategically, ensuring clear prioritisation and team productivity.
For the top end of the salary available, you will be a highly experienced Procurement or Contracts Specialist with a proven track record of navigating complex frameworks within fast-paced commercial environments.
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At We Are Adam, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!
We are more than happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you may require.
Interested? Please apply now.
We look forward to hearing from you!