Framework Manager

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION :
Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE :
No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE : UK‑Security Check (SC)

TRAVEL :
Yes 10% of the Time

Cheltenham

£50,000 - £60,000

At Northrop Grumman UK our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible.

This mind‑set goes beyond our customer solutions; its the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. So what's your possible?

This is more than just a job; its a mission.

As a Framework Manager you will support a surge in opportunities and growth. This key strategic role reports directly into the Head of Bids.

You will lead on all Framework bids and renewals governance and management including building strong relationships with Framework Owners and Primes. You will also be responsible for managing the capture of incoming call‑off opportunities leading the triage process and the development of proposals to deliver sustainable growth and business performance.

• Act as the primary point of contact on Frameworks for internal colleagues procuring framework teams and contracting (prime) bodies.
• Own Framework Management Plan for each Framework ensuring regular internal engagement with each team.
• Attend all supplier engagement webinars, activities, conferences and working groups specifically relating to Framework engagement.
• Work closely with BD & Capture to organise presentations, demos and other relevant collateral to facilitate positioning for future opportunities.
• Actively promote our position on Frameworks to customers, developing business to new and existing customers. Work alongside BD Capture and Programme Managers to promote the best route to market via frameworks and mini‑competitions.
• Responsible for the ongoing management and governance of all current frameworks including timely reporting and measurement of all framework KPIs.
• Ensure that successful framework and call‑off tenders are delivered – lead the scheduling and facilitation of and contribute to bid meetings (kick‑off, storyboarding sessions, stand‑up calls, key reviews, governance / sign‑off etc.) to ensure that call‑off bids are properly resourced, accountabilities are agreed, all deliverables are viable in the time available and that the bid process is adhered to.
• Working with the Head of Bids champion a theme of improvement and best practice utilizing the IMS system.

• Attend Business Development and other functional department meetings as required.
• Remain compliant with all applicable NGUKL / Command Media Processes and procedure.

• Experience of operating within the constraints of formal tendering processes using procurement portals such as Award and Bravo solution.
• Clear demonstrable experience in product service and bid documentation.
• Experienced in the creation and delivery of clear and concise progress reporting at all levels.
• Relevant experience of people management and leadership.

• Previous experience in commercial or government work.
• Familiar with online tender submission tools.

• Strong but collaborative individual with the confidence and integrity to earn internal stakeholders confidence.
• Able to review challenge highlight issues and recommend improvements to process and proposal contributions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels both internally and externally.
• Competent in the interpretation of tendering instructions.
• Can recognise what is needed to create a full and compliant submission.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Adept at problem‑solving able to develop solutions to a variety of complex problems.
• Proactive team worker equally self‑motivated and able to work autonomously.
• Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Thrives in a dynamic and challenging environment.
• Proficient MS Office user.
• Strong customer orientation.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• An engaging and can‑do attitude able to influence…