Senior Supply Chain Manager

Senior Supply Chain Manager - Aerospace Procurement

This is a compelling opportunity for an experienced professional to step into a Senior Supply Chain Manager role within our dynamic Aerospace Procurement business. Based in Derby with a hybrid working model, this position offers a chance to significantly impact operational performance and drive excellence across the external supply chain.

Key Advantages for Candidates:

• Strategic Impact: You will be instrumental in shaping and delivering the required technology, quality, cost, and delivery performance for assigned commodities, categories, and/or regions. This role offers a direct line of sight to how your contributions affect business outcomes.
• Leadership and Development: Lead and mentor a team of functional specialists, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and world-class supplier performance. This is an excellent opportunity to hone your people leadership and development skills.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as a central point of contact for suppliers, engaging with both internal and external stakeholders. This collaborative environment will allow you to build robust relationships and gain exposure to diverse aspects of the business.
• Problem-Solving and Escalation: You'll be empowered to provide direction and resolve technical and logistical issues, supporting constructive escalations to achieve timely and effective results.
• Career Growth at a Renowned Organization: Rolls-Royce is committed to your continuous learning and development, offering a wide range of opportunities to grow your career. The company culture emphasizes care, belonging, integrity, and making a difference.
• Attractive Compensation and Benefits: The role comes with competitive salary, bonus opportunities, employee support assistance, and employee discounts, contributing to a strong overall package.
• Flexible Working: The hybrid working arrangement provides flexibility to balance work and personal life, with a focus on collaboration and business needs.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

• Extensive Supply Chain Experience: A proven track record in purchasing or supply chain management, with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and cost drivers, is essential for success in this role.
• Navigating Diverse Challenges: The ability to resolve diverse challenges in varied cultural contexts and embrace different ways of thinking will be crucial.
• Driving Performance: You will need strong leadership and functional skills to drive continuous improvement and integrated supplier performance across quality, cost, and delivery.
• Commitment to Safety and Principles: Rolls-Royce places a high value on safety, doing the right thing, keeping it simple, and making a difference. These principles are integral to the company's behaviours and assessment process.
• Proactive Approach to Risk: A key aspect of the role involves deploying risk management practices, assessing, communicating, and mitigating supply chain risks.
• Team Accountability: As a leader, you will have ultimate accountability for your team's performance and development.

This Senior Supply Chain Manager position presents a significant opportunity for ambitious professionals to contribute to a world-leading aerospace company. By leveraging your expertise in supply chain management, leadership, and problem-solving, you can play a vital role in Rolls-Royce's mission to deliver innovative and sustainable power solutions.