Procurement Category Manager
About The Position
Rolls-Royce is hiring a Procurement Category Manager to lead buyers and develop and implement global procurement strategies. The role focuses on strengthening supplier relationships and improving cost, quality, and delivery across Procurement, while creating sustainable, long-term supply chains that provide competitive advantage. The manager will create and deploy integrated commodity/category strategies and strategic sourcing and commercial activities, supporting contractual coverage, commercial risk mitigation, commercial advantage, security of supply, and acceptable liability levels. The position also manages senior supplier relationships and coaches and mentors the team to strengthen sourcing capabilities. The role supports sourcing components for Rolls-Royce products and services, with supplier consolidation and cost savings among its key challenges. Travel of up to 25% domestically and internationally is required. The position is hybrid, with three office days per week, and is based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Relocation assistance may be provided if applicable. Candidates must be U.S. citizens. The listed annual pay range is $111,868–$181,786. Rolls-Royce describes its workplace as respectful and non-discriminatory, with individuality valued and equal opportunity for qualified applicants.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- One of the following education and experience combinations: associate degree and 7 or more years of procurement or supply chain experience; bachelor’s degree and 5 or more years; master’s degree and 3 or more years; JD or Ph.D.; or 9 or more years of procurement or supply chain experience in lieu of a degree.
Nice To Haves
- Commercial, procurement, and strategy experience.
- Aerospace or Defense procurement experience.
Responsibilities
- Manage supplier relationships and provide strategic direction to partners and suppliers.
- Handle escalated supplier issues and conflict resolution; drive and improve in-contract supplier performance; and report procurement KPIs.
- Lead complex negotiations, including planning, cost analysis, total cost or acquisition/product cost lifecycle modeling, contract drafting, and business-case development to maximize value across major categories.
- Develop, deploy, and maintain integrated commodity/category supplier strategies with a clear vision and strategic framework for designated supply chains.
- Understand commodity landscapes and associated risks, and conduct long-term supply-chain planning.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks in the supply chain to ensure continuity and resilience.
- Lead and manage buyers by fostering skill development and supporting superior business outcomes.
- Coach and mentor the team to strengthen sourcing capabilities.
Benefits
- Base pay and a discretionary bonus plan.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance, subject to eligibility.
- Disability insurance.
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
- Flexible spending account.
- Health savings account.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Paid Time Off.
- Certain paid holidays.
- Paid parental and family care leave.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Long-term incentive plan.
- Relocation assistance, if applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
