Logistics Operations Manager

Logistics Operations Manager

Derby

Full Time 37 hours per week

We have an excellent opportunity for Logistics Operations Manager to join the team on a permanent basis in Derby.

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture.

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Head of Logistics, this role will be responsible for leading and developing logistics operations to ensure safe, efficient and cost-effective delivery of services in Large Engines Assembly & Test.

This role is responsible for leading the Shop Control and SSO team in the LSC as the primary interface between Logistics and Assembly & Test operations. This role will require strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work cross-functionally and the professional credibility to influence at all levels.

The team are responsible for controlling the supply of parts from the Materials Management Centre to Assembly & Test deploying Just-in-Time principles and a zero defect culture.

Key Responsibilities:​

• Put Safety First, playing a lead role in LSC risk reduction and supporting the RP structure
• Primary interface between the MMC and Assembly and Test operations
• ​Using the data captured in the disruption app, produce weekly and monthly KPI’s and provide operational insight to help drive continuous improvements in the Large Engines logistic operation
• Support daily escalation meetings and be the primary contact point for the part disruptions
• ​Attend daily walk rounds to understand customer requirements and work to mitigate any potential hazards to delivery collaborating with production leaders, planning and logistics
• ​Support the weekly lock-down planning meetings and highlight potential risks to the plan
• ​Ensure all part delivery risks that have potential to impact delivery are identified, prioritised and escalated, where appropriate within the wider organisation
• ​Ensure appropriate, standard physical logistics solutions are deployed and adhered to
• ​Develop team capability in Lean tools and behaviours.

Key Competencies & Experiences Required for the Role:

• Demonstrated experience leading Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong financial and cost management awareness.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong planning background
• Experience in managing projects and applying programme management methodology
• Strong analysis skills
• Knowledge / understanding of OE Engine Build Sequencing
• Demonstrated ability to deliver under challenging circumstances.
• Knowledge of and working experience with MRP systems.

Regional Benefits

Our People are our power, so when join Rolls-Royce you are offered more than a salary. You are given a choice of flexible benefits from life insurance to gym discounts and tax free cycling.

• 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
• Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free!
• Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations
• Employee Assistance (EAP) and Live Well programmes

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.

Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate but is anticipated to be Level C

This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade. 

It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role. 

Closing Date: 13th July 2026

Hiring Manager: Richard Jones

Recruiter: Ashley Ellis-Beeston