Operations Support Manager

Job DescriptionJob Title: Operations Support Manager (Submarines)Working Pattern: Full Time (Days)Working location: DerbyWhat you will be doing:The Operations Support (OS) role works across Supply Chain and is fully empowered with to support the DBUs to resolve critical delivery issues within the supply chain. The role is there to turbo-charge solutions for major issues only. The role works with specific suppliers to define the support programme and provide transparency on resources and activities required to address performance issues. Responsibilities:Reporting to the Head of Supplier Operations Support you will take responsibility for driving performance with critical suppliers.Dedicate your time at the specific suppliers leading the execution of the supplier support programme and integrates across organisational boundaries to deliver it.Set clear entry and exit points alongside scoping and contracting on accountabilities with Supplier teams.Turn the learning from the OS approach into sustainable changes on how we manage our suppliers and develop products and processes.lead the identification development and implementation of these robust supplier management processes and tools to prevent future risks of supplier failure. Setting ways of working processes systems and structuresTravel up to 75% domestically and internationally Who were looking for:At Rolls-Royce we put safety first do the right thing keep it simple and make a difference in everything we do. These principles form our values and behaviours and are an essential component of our assessment process and are fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.To be successful in this role you will need to meet the following criteria:A proven track record of operational excellence with exemplary communication and influencing skills. Problem Solving Operational (manufacturing) experience Lean Knowledge/experience Planning & control knowledge / experience Program management knowledge / experience SMT knowledge / experience Engineering knowledge/experience Knowledge of SAP Ability to influence at all levels and build strong relationships Actively demonstrate behaviours and values every day Great communication and influencing skills essential Ready to meet with critical supply chain partner both domestic and international. This travel will be both pre-planned and reactive to major incidents. Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.The professional level and the salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.We are an equal opportunities employer. Were committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have the more successful well be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential.You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy at Our people Rolls-RoyceTo work for Rolls-Royce Submarines you need to hold a Security Check (SC) clearance without any caveats to that clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you dont currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets you must hold a UK nationality. Any dual nationals will require additional scrutiny and background checks prior to commencing work with RRSL.Grade: Level CClosing date: 01/12/2025Job CategoryBusiness ImprovementPosting Date17 Nov 2025; 00:11Posting End Date30 Nov 2025Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Foreign Office,Analysis,Banking Operations,Corporate Finance,Manual Testing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1