Senior Procurement Category Manager
Rolls-Royce
Designs and manufactures power and propulsion systems for aerospace, marine, defence and energy sectors.
Lead global sourcing, negotiations, and supplier management to drive cost and value.
15 days ago ago
$133,171 - $216,403
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Indianapolis, IN
Office Full-Time
Company Size
50,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul
Research & Technology
Customer Relations
Digital Transformation
Power Systems
Propulsion Solutions
Aerospace Engineering
Sector Specialisms
Civil aerospace
Defence
Power Systems
Electrical
Commercial marine
Yacht
Marine
Industrial construction
Role
Description
strategic sourcing
supplier negotiation
category management
process improvement
cost reduction
supplier management
- Guide and develop a team of strategic sourcing professionals to build capability and drive results.
- Support ongoing process improvement and best-practice sharing across the global procurement network.
- Lead supplier negotiations, strategic sourcing, and category management to drive cost, quality, and delivery improvements.
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with the company goals and deliver measurable value.
- Manage supplier relationships, ensuring performance, compliance, and long-term collaboration.
- Collaborate across business functions to align procurement strategy with organizational priorities.
- Oversee cost-reduction initiatives and risk mitigation plans to ensure commercial resilience.
Requirements
procurement
associate degree
bachelor's
master's
jd/phd
u.s. citizen
- Associate degree with 10+ years of procurement experience, OR
- Commercial, procurement and strategy experience
- Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of procurement experience, OR
- Master’s degree with 6+ years of procurement experience, OR
- JD/PhD with 3+ years of procurement experience, OR
- 12+ years of experience in procurement in lieu of a degree
- In order to be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
£18.9 billion
Revenue
The company achieved near £18.9 billion in revenue in 2024.
£2.9 billion
Operating Profit
The company reported an operating profit of approximately £2.9 billion in 2024.
36%
Market Share
The company holds a commercial engine market share of roughly 36%. This reflects its strong position in the sector.
25 vehicles/day
Production Rate
The company's Goodwood facility produces approximately 25 ultra-luxury electric vehicles per day under a BMW licence.
- 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.
Culture + Values
- We do the right thing – We do what’s right for our customers, our people, and society.
- We aim high – We stretch our ambition, we set challenging goals, and we deliver results.
- We take ownership – We take personal responsibility for our actions, performance, and results.
- We act with integrity – We build trust by being honest, transparent, and ethical in everything we do.
- We collaborate – We work together with respect, trust, and inclusiveness to achieve our goals.
Environment + Sustainability
Net-zero by 2050
Carbon Neutrality Goal
Aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
Carbon intensity down by 25%
Carbon Intensity Reduction Target
Committed to reducing the carbon intensity of products and operations by 25% by 2030.
CO2 emissions reduced by 50%
SAF Emissions Reduction
SAF strategy targets a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions from flight by 2050.
- Engaged in development of hybrid-electric and fully-electric propulsion systems to reduce environmental impact.
- Focus on reducing waste and resource consumption across the entire supply chain.
Inclusion & Diversity
30% by 2030
Female Leadership Target
Aims to achieve 30% female representation in senior leadership positions.
26% workforce
Gender Representation
Women currently account for 26% of the global workforce as of 2023.
- Set a goal to increase representation of ethnic minorities in senior roles.
- Implemented initiatives to promote a more inclusive work environment, including mentorship programs and leadership development for underrepresented groups.
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