Supply Planning Manager

Job Description

Supply Chain Planning Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Repair Operations in Derby as a Supply Chain Planning Manager within Planning & Control .

The role will lead medium-to-long-term planning across the Repair Vendor Network, ensuring future engine requirements are translated into robust and executable repair plans.

A key accountability is Repair SIOP , providing a clear demand signal into the network and aligning demand with capacity and capability. You will also drive process robustness, standardisation and digitalisation , improving data integrity, planning visibility and decision making.

This role reports to Duncan Siddall – VP Planning & Control, Repair Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Repair SIOP , translating engine requirements into robust repair demand and supply plans.

Own the forward repair demand signal across the Repair Vendor Network.

Lead load and capacity planning , aligning demand with vendor capacity and capability.

Identify, prioritise and escalate supply chain risks and constraints impacting engine delivery.

Establish robust, standard Planning & Control processes , with clear governance and adherence.

Drive digitalisation and automation of planning processes, improving data integrity, visibility and decision making.

Ensure plans and commitments are accurately reflected within MRP/ERP systems .

Drive continuous improvement across planning processes, systems and capability.

Lead and develop the Planning team, embedding strong Planning & Control competencies.

Qualifications & Skills

Experience in Supply Chain Planning & Control, demand planning or SIOP/S&OP .

Strong understanding of load and capacity planning, MRP and supply chain processes .

Proven leadership and ability to influence outside the area of direct control.

Experience developing and embedding robust, standardised processes .

Experience using digital tools, automation and data to improve planning effectiveness.

Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder-management skills.

Broad understanding of MRO, Purchasing, Engineering and Operations .

Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems ; SAP knowledge preferred.

Regional Benefits:

• •Generous Annual Leave
• •Retirement Savings through the Rolls-Royce Retirement Savings Trust
• •Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce
• •Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury
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• •Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Grade - Level C

Hiring Manager - Duncan Siddall

Job Category

Supply Chain Planning & Control

Posting Date

29 Oct 2026; 00:10

Posting End Date

11 Nov 2026