Planning & Control Manager - Solihull at Rolls-Royce in Solihull, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

sales planning

supply chain

planning control

sourcing strategy

r-r system

supplier review

Coordinate the Sales and Operations planning process for the commodities / supply chain value stream - Manage the supply chain responses to support business impact evaluation (Risk, Inventory, Capacity and Financial)
Manage Planning & Control related change for the commodities / supply chain value stream - Provide input into the sourcing strategy and sourcing decisions, helping shape the 'blueprint' for the supply chain
Ensure teams manage inter-relationships and communications within the Procurement Organisation, and with internal and external stakeholders
Deliver Performance - Utilising the R-R Production System lead the Planning & Control team to ensure that they understand and are driving performance improvement
Develop, coach and lead the Planning & Control team members ensuring their responsibilities are delivered professionally
Anticipate & resolve delivery risks & issues - Enable the Planning & Control team to lead Supplier Performance Reviews

Requirements

leadership

supply chain

sap

mrp

stakeholder management

problem solving

Ability to lead and manage a team and their performance through understanding and analysing performance data and key delivery metrics
Relevant experience of Supply Chain management gained from working in an Operational environment ideally within Procurement, Manufacturing, Aftermarket or Fleet Planning
Experience of leading in challenging environments - including diverse cultures and high pressure or complex situations
Robust knowledge and experience in SAP and MRP.
Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships and communicate with all parts of the business including internal and external stakeholders
Excellent problem-solving skills to anticipate and resolve delivery risk and issues, with the ability to influence stakeholders

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

online assessment (cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing) for candidates in certain locations.

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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.

Articles

R2 Factory – digital transformation community

Rolls‑Royce Motor Cars PressClub

Rolls‑Royce at Global Space Congress – supplier info

Role

Description

sales planning

supply chain

planning control

sourcing strategy

r-r system

supplier review

Coordinate the Sales and Operations planning process for the commodities / supply chain value stream - Manage the supply chain responses to support business impact evaluation (Risk, Inventory, Capacity and Financial)
Manage Planning & Control related change for the commodities / supply chain value stream - Provide input into the sourcing strategy and sourcing decisions, helping shape the 'blueprint' for the supply chain
Ensure teams manage inter-relationships and communications within the Procurement Organisation, and with internal and external stakeholders
Deliver Performance - Utilising the R-R Production System lead the Planning & Control team to ensure that they understand and are driving performance improvement
Develop, coach and lead the Planning & Control team members ensuring their responsibilities are delivered professionally
Anticipate & resolve delivery risks & issues - Enable the Planning & Control team to lead Supplier Performance Reviews

Requirements

leadership

supply chain

sap

mrp

stakeholder management

problem solving

Ability to lead and manage a team and their performance through understanding and analysing performance data and key delivery metrics
Relevant experience of Supply Chain management gained from working in an Operational environment ideally within Procurement, Manufacturing, Aftermarket or Fleet Planning
Experience of leading in challenging environments - including diverse cultures and high pressure or complex situations
Robust knowledge and experience in SAP and MRP.
Demonstrated ability to develop effective relationships and communicate with all parts of the business including internal and external stakeholders
Excellent problem-solving skills to anticipate and resolve delivery risk and issues, with the ability to influence stakeholders

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

online assessment (cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing) for candidates in certain locations.

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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.

Articles

R2 Factory – digital transformation community

Rolls‑Royce Motor Cars PressClub

Rolls‑Royce at Global Space Congress – supplier info