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Framework Lead (Procurement)
We are recruiting for an experienced Framework Lead to join a major London public sector organisation on an interim basis. This role will lead the delivery of a high-profile Minor Works & Renewals Framework, taking ownership of complex end-to-end procurement activities from strategy development through to contract award.
Key Details
- Contract: Until 18 December 2026
- Location: Stratford, London (minimum 2 days per week in the office, with occasional travel to the Southwark office)
- Rate: £700 per day Umbrella (Inside IR35)
- Start Date: ASAP
- Interview: One-stage MS Teams interview
The Role
You'll be responsible for leading complex procurement projects, with a particular focus on framework procurement. This will include developing procurement strategies, determining routes to market, managing tender processes, leading evaluations, supporting contract negotiations, and ensuring successful contract award.
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Essential Experience
- Experience undertaking procurement activities within a public sector environment.
- Strong experience managing end-to-end procurement processes.
- Experience using eTendering systems to issue, manage and evaluate tenders.
- Proven experience leading complex, high-value procurements, particularly framework agreements.
- Knowledge and practical application of the Procurement Act 2023.
- Experience developing procurement strategies and selecting appropriate routes to market.
- Strong commercial awareness and contract management capability.
- Experience managing procurement evaluations, negotiations and contract awards.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities within a complex environment.
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Desirable Experience
- NEC contract experience.
- Rail industry procurement experience.
- Experience using SAP Ariba.
- MCIPS, CIPS, Quantity Surveying or other relevant procurement/commercial qualifications.
If you're interested in this opportunity, please send your latest CV to seema.syed@reed.com.
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