Framework Strategy Manager Energy & Carbon · West Malling · Hybrid Remote

Role: Framework Strategy ManagerLocation : Kings Hill/RemoteSalary : £50,000 to £55,000pa DOE (Plus performance bonus)LASER, part of the Commercial Services Group, are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Framework Strategy Manager to join their high performing team. The Framework Strategy Manager is accountable for developing and implementing a strategy to procure and maintain a range of public sector compliant purchasing frameworks that align to the strategic direction of the Energy & Carbon division.The Framework Strategy Manager plays a critical role in understanding the direction of the Energy & Carbon division’s markets and ensuring existing and new frameworks are procured that are comprehensive, flexible and easy to use, contractually robust and performance managed throughout their duration.LASER is a provider of de-carbonisation and energy services for the public sector based in Kings Hill, Kent. Our story began in 1989 when Kent County Council established us as the energy division of Commercial Services Group (CSG), which is wholly owned by Kent County Council. We were tasked with helping public sector organisations throughout the UK achieve their energy cost reduction goals.

Key duties -Strategic

Planning:

Develop and own a strategic plan for framework development,

adoption, and optimisation aligned with the Energy & Carbon Divisions

goals and objectives by setting targets, developing plans to achieve those

targets, and outlining the actions and initiatives required to implement

the plan effectively.Framework

Development:

Lead the development of frameworks tailored to the Energy

& Carbon Division’s customers’ existing and emerging requirements,

ensuring they are compliant to public sector procurement processes, they

are competitive and that they adhere to industry standards and best

practices.Framework

Procurement:

Produce ITT documents (with input from internal client)

which comply with procurement regulations and CSG standards. Plan and

manage procurement process from start to finish, report progress, blockers

or concerns to senior management. Advertise tenders, receive responses,

evaluate responses (with support of wider E&C team members) and

administer framework contracts.Leadership

and line management : Provide strong leadership and line management

support to direct reports and build/develop a strong and positive culture

across wider indirect report network.Commercialisation :

Leveraging and monetising frameworks, both existing and new, to ensure the

offer is commercially beneficial to the business but also demonstrates

good value for money to its customer base.Performance

Measurement:

Establish metrics and KPIs to measure the effectiveness

of frameworks and track their impact on organisational efficiency and

productivity.Continuous

Improvement:

Drive continuous improvement efforts to optimise existing

frameworks based on feedback, usage data, and changing business

requirements. Work specifically on optimizing and broadening our offer for

self-serve frameworks.What we need from you –CIPS

Qualified to level 5 and working towards level 6Experience

of developing, owning and implementing a strategic plan, aligned with

business objectives and outcomesExperience

of category and framework managementExperience

in effectively managing procurement activities and in negotiating

beneficial contracts for both E&C and its customersExperience

operating at Senior Management level, including managing other Senior

Managers and professionals.Demonstrable

success of team leadership, either through formal management

responsibility or a history of mentoring / supporting / developing senior

level colleaguesCommercially

astute – possess the intellectual curiosity, capacity and capability to

analyse complex issues, make well-judged decisions and take timely actionAn

understanding of the Energy Industry (Desirable)In return, CSG will offer you:25 days holiday, plus bank holidaysBirthday off workLife assurance coverCompany pensionFlexible first, hybrid workingA culture of progression & developmentShopping discounts & retailer offersTeam & company eventseLearning portalEAP programmeReferral schemeHealth & Wellbeing platformHealth Cash Plan initiativeDiscounted gym membershipAbout Commercial Services GroupCommercial Services Group (CSG) is the largest, local authority-owned trading company (LATCO) in the UK, wholly owned by Kent County Council. CSG generates over £800m in revenue per annum and provides services to over 16,000 education and public sector customers globally.CSG is striving to be recognised as the global leader in Education and Public Sector services, currently operating in 86 countries, with 1,800 staff across 26 trading brands, providing expertise ranging from: HR Services, IT Services, Energy, Education Resources, Procurement and many more.

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