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Job Description
Job Title: VP Supply Chain & Quality – Future Programs
Working Pattern: Fulltime
Working location: Indianapolis, IN
The pace of change for technology and customer expectations in the US Department of War have never been higher and Rolls-Royce is relying on LibertyWorks to develop innovative solutions. The Vice-President of Supply Chain and Quality, Future Programs has direct accountability for the stand-up and execution of supply chain solutions while leading a team of procurement project managers and manufacturing engineers. This position places a premium on leadership, lateral thinking, independent thinking, ability to contribute, and action. The primary focus for this team is delivering multiple contracts and programs consisting of complex hardware, new manufacturing methods, testing, BOEs, fast-paced negotiations, all with the right quality.
This key leadership role will require extensive procurement and quality experience with a track record of driving; on-time delivery to support major milestones, company-wide innovation, timely transition of key components to TRL/MRL 8, customer integration, collaboration across functional groups, organizational excellence that leads to a competitive position, and strategic supplier development in previously unknown commodities.
This is a very proactive role that includes delivery of technical innovation. To the maximum extent possible, this role will find and exploit the technology innovation that can come from the supply base. This includes the identification of new technologies and matching it with needs in LibertyWorks.
Excellence and delivery will be demanded in challenging high-risk projects that you will be responsible for. The risk of failure will be there. If this work situation appeals to you, you will know.
Why Rolls-Royce?
Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.
We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.
We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.
Rolls-Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category on the prestigious Forbes Top Employers for Engineers list for 2025. This ranking highlights our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive.
Be part of a team that sets the industry standard and drives groundbreaking solutions.
At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.
Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.
What You Will Be Doing
With this attractive opportunity you will get a chance to:
At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviors that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.
Who We’re Looking For:
At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.
Basic Requirements:
We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.
Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.
For fully remote roles, employees can live in any state except Idaho, Nebraska, Nevada, Vermont, and Wyoming.
Relocation assistance is available for this position.
Closing date: June 3, 2026
Job Category
Procurement
Job Posting Date
26 May 2026; 00:05
Pay Range
$137,840 - $223,990-Annually
Location:
Indianapolis, IN
Benefits
Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Job Title: VP Supply Chain & Quality – Future Programs
Working Pattern: Fulltime
Working location: Indianapolis, IN
The pace of change for technology and customer expectations in the US Department of War have never been higher and Rolls-Royce is relying on LibertyWorks to develop innovative solutions. The Vice-President of Supply Chain and Quality, Future Programs has direct accountability for the stand-up and execution of supply chain solutions while leading a team of procurement project managers and manufacturing engineers. This position places a premium on leadership, lateral thinking, independent thinking, ability to contribute, and action. The primary focus for this team is delivering multiple contracts and programs consisting of complex hardware, new manufacturing methods, testing, BOEs, fast-paced negotiations, all with the right quality.
This key leadership role will require extensive procurement and quality experience with a track record of driving; on-time delivery to support major milestones, company-wide innovation, timely transition of key components to TRL/MRL 8, customer integration, collaboration across functional groups, organizational excellence that leads to a competitive position, and strategic supplier development in previously unknown commodities.
This is a very proactive role that includes delivery of technical innovation. To the maximum extent possible, this role will find and exploit the technology innovation that can come from the supply base. This includes the identification of new technologies and matching it with needs in LibertyWorks.
Excellence and delivery will be demanded in challenging high-risk projects that you will be responsible for. The risk of failure will be there. If this work situation appeals to you, you will know.
Why Rolls-Royce?
Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.
We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.
We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.
Rolls-Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category on the prestigious Forbes Top Employers for Engineers list for 2025. This ranking highlights our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive.
Be part of a team that sets the industry standard and drives groundbreaking solutions.
At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.
Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.
What You Will Be Doing
With this attractive opportunity you will get a chance to:
- Deliver supply chain milestones in support of the LibertyWorks® program schedules by ensuring the supply chain team maintains a focus on beating budget targets including cost and delivery
- Promote collaboration across the LibertyWorks® team and Supply Chain and Quality functions to meet program goals
- Maintain and improve quality standards to the highest levels of Aerospace and adjacent markets.
- Provide supply chain and quality management governance including employee engagement, continuous improvement, risk management and reporting
At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviors that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.
Who We’re Looking For:
At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.
Basic Requirements:
- Security clearance will be required.
- Associate degree with 10 years of Engineering, Leadership, Procurement, Supply Chain Management or Manufacturing Operations experience, OR
- Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of Engineering, Leadership, Procurement, Supply Chain Management or Manufacturing Operations experience, OR
- Master’s degree with 6 years of Engineering, Leadership, Procurement, Supply Chain Management or Manufacturing Operations experience, OR
- PhD degree with 3 years of Engineering, Leadership, Procurement, Supply Chain Management or Manufacturing Operations experience, OR
- 12 years of Engineering, Leadership, Procurement, Supply Chain Management or Manufacturing Operations experience in lieu of a degree
- To be considered for this opportunity, candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a collateral secret security clearance including special background investigation (SBI), which requires USA Citizenship
- Prior leadership experience in significant leadership roles, demonstrating breadth of experience and implementing change at pace and a demonstrable track record of leading cross functional teams successfully
- Previous experience in a highly technical environment
- Supply Chain process and organizational experience; including negotiations, commodity strategy, FAR15 compliance, and process improvement
- Thorough knowledge of quality systems, audit preparation, root cause and corrective action, SABRe, and RRMS
- Demonstrated leadership of technical teams working advanced aerospace technology – leading, thinking, and innovating
- Working knowledge of classified program processes
- Excellent business acumen both commercial and financial, with ability to analyze data, develop insights and strategies
We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.
Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.
For fully remote roles, employees can live in any state except Idaho, Nebraska, Nevada, Vermont, and Wyoming.
Relocation assistance is available for this position.
Closing date: June 3, 2026
Job Category
Procurement
Job Posting Date
26 May 2026; 00:05
Pay Range
$137,840 - $223,990-Annually
Location:
Indianapolis, IN
Benefits
Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Salary : $137,840 - $223,990