At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage supplier frameworks and ensure compliance for effective procurement.
- Company: Join LASER Energy, a leader in decarbonisation and energy services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days holiday, pension scheme, and career development.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on public sector energy solutions while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in public-sector procurement and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 34421 - 34421 £ per year.
Location: Hybrid/Kings Hill, Kent
Salary/package: £34,421 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week
LASER Energy are looking for solutions‑focused Frameworks Manager to play a key role in managing and developing our supplier frameworks to ensure they deliver clear value, compliance and great outcomes for customers. This role would suit an experienced procurement professional who enjoys working collaboratively, shaping processes and supporting customers through compliant and effective procurement routes.
Who we are
LASER Energy's mission is to deliver unique end-to-end solutions that help reduce energy costs and support the public sector on their journey to net zero. As the leading provider of decarbonisation and energy services to the public sector, our goal is to always push the boundaries; we’ll explore new solutions and technologies to make sure the journey to net zero grows ever-greener and always more efficient – for us and our customers. All the while we strive to deliver on our goals, we also recognise how important it is to create an inviting, colourful place for our employees to work.
Why this role matters
The Frameworks Manager will play a key role in ensuring LASER frameworks are compliant, accessible and commercially effective, supporting customers to procure confidently and efficiently. This is a role where sound judgement, stakeholder collaboration and attention to detail are essential with responsibility for managing procurement activity, supplier performance and framework documentation throughout the full lifecycle.
What you’ll be doing
- Managing end‑to‑end procurement activity to ensure compliant and auditable processes.
- Supporting further competitions, mini‑tenders, call‑offs and direct awards under established frameworks.
- Working closely with customers, suppliers and internal colleagues to develop clear specifications and procurement documentation.
- Maintaining accurate framework records, documentation and system data to support auditability and contract management.
- Monitoring supplier performance through MI, SLA and KPI reporting and supporting improvement actions.
- Planning and facilitating supplier review meetings and recording actions, risks and opportunities.
- Analysing financial data including framework income, procurement fees and supplier rebates.
- Identifying commercial opportunities that support customer needs and framework growth.
- Providing clear procurement advice to customers and colleagues across multiple communication channels.
- Supporting compliant framework promotion and customer engagement activity.
What we’re looking for
- Proven experience of public‑sector procurement regulations and managing procurement processes.
- Experience of monitoring contracts with multiple suppliers.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to provide clear and concise guidance.
- Ability to build strong commercial relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Organised, proactive and able to prioritise multiple activities.
- Financial acumen, with experience analysing performance data and identifying anomalies.
- Resilient, commercially astute and able to make well‑judged decisions.
What you’ll get in return
- Salary of £34,421 per annum.
- 25 days holiday, increasing to 27 after 4 years’ service.
- Birthday day off.
- Concessionary day around Christmas.
- Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution.
- Life assurance cover (4x salary).
- On the job training to help you learn day to day tasks.
- Access to a career development programme supporting you to learn, gain qualifications and increase your salary.
Why CSG?
CSG is the UK’s largest local authority-owned trading company (LATCO), generating over £700 million in revenue per annum and supporting more than 16,000 education and public sector customers globally. We are growing through a combination of organic development, acquisitions and strategic partnerships. Our 35+ businesses deliver services across education, IT, HR, legal, energy, procurement and more, all focused on delivering meaningful impact. As a locally owned organisation, we take pride in reinvesting a significant proportion of our profits into frontline services, helping strengthen the communities we serve.
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Framework Manager in Kent employer: LASER Energy - part of Commercial Services Group
LASER Energy is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture focused on innovation and collaboration. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we offer extensive professional development opportunities and the chance to make a significant impact in the energy and public sector. Located within the vibrant Commercial Services Group, our team enjoys a supportive environment that values creativity and strategic thinking, making it an ideal place for those looking to drive meaningful change.
Contact Details:
LASER Energy - part of Commercial Services Group Recruitment Team
