Planning and Delivery Leader

Rolls-Royce•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Planning and Delivery Leader manages delivery schedules and reports directly to the P&C Manager. The role is responsible for preparing, planning, issuing, and controlling production schedules, and coordinating material requirements so approved materials flow in time to meet production needs. It supports the North American external supply chain and internal customers, with supplier relationship management and delivery planning across a mix of suppliers. The role works with cross-functional teams, advises management on work status, and addresses potential production obstacles. Domestic travel of up to 25% is required. The position is hybrid, with three office days per week, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Relocation assistance may be provided if applicable.

Requirements

Associate degree and at least 4 years of experience in supply chain planning, purchasing, manufacturing, or business management; or a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of such experience; or a master's degree; or a JD/PhD; or at least 6 years of such experience in lieu of a degree.
Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident.
Open to domestic travel up to 25% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Project management experience.
Adept problem-solving skills.
Strong internal and external relationship management skills.
Systems, Applications and Products (SAP) experience.
Experience with project management and collaboration across various departments.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure continuity of supply to manufacturing facilities.
Use knowledge of production flow, load planning, and capacity planning to develop credible supplier delivery commitments.
Maintain data integrity in SAP and ensure ERP compliance.
Manage costs by executing a balanced delivery and inventory plan based on customer requirements.
Communicate and schedule long-term delivery commitments and coordinate recovery plans for critical parts.
Drive continuous improvement and lean initiatives through the Rolls-Royce Production System and other problem-solving methodologies.
Prepare, plan, issue, and control production schedules, and coordinate material requirements.
Manage supplier relationships and plan delivery schedules for a mix of suppliers.
Advise management on the status of work and help overcome potential production obstacles.

Benefits

Base pay and discretionary bonus plan.
Health, dental, vision, disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, subject to eligibility.
Flexible spending account and health savings account, subject to eligibility.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, subject to eligibility.
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid time off and certain paid holidays.
Paid parental and family care leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Long-term incentive plan.
Relocation assistance if applicable.