Planning & Control Manager – Logistics Operations

Overview

Manage logistics operations, lead team, ensure timely material delivery for Rolls-Royce Submarines

Key Responsibilities

• operations oversight
• team leadership
• metrics reporting
• service delivery
• continuous improvement
• resource management

Tasks

-Provide oversight and leadership to entire logistics operations, enabling development of personnel and the provision of the required service to the business. -To own the resource of Logistics Technician, Logistics Operative, Logistics Controller & Logistics Lead roles for designated scope of work. Build and motivate a strong, high performing team, using technical knowledge to nurture, develop and mentor others. -Responsible for the management, reporting and control of standard metrics (SQCDP), maintaining customer service levels. -To manage logistics operations to ensure all service levels are achieved and continuous improvement activities are delivered on time.

Requirements

• logistics
• regulations
• operations
• process knowledge
• leadership
• team development

What You Bring

-Familiar with logistics operations processes and supporting functional requirements. -Knowledge of internal and external regulations -Proven track record of managing and delivering operations/improvements, including dealing with change -Broad understanding of different roles / functions / processes (e.g. Manufacturing, Purchase, NPI, ME etc). -Proven leadership qualities & experience of managing, building and developing a team.

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About Rolls-Royce

-Founded in the early 20th century, it began as a pioneer in aero-engine design and has grown into a global engineering powerhouse. -It develops and produces engines and power systems for commercial and military aircraft, naval vessels, submarines, and energy infrastructure. -Headquartered in London, it operates across four core segments—civil aerospace, defence, power systems and emerging markets like nuclear and modular reactors. -It supports iconic programmes—supplying wide-body commercial aircraft engines, submarine nuclear reactors, naval propulsion, and bespoke industrial power units. -Amid a major turnaround since 2023, the company secured a £9 billion UK defence reactor deal.

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Security Clearance

-security check clearance required; rolls‑royce will support obtaining it if not already held.