Rolls-Royce · 2 hours ago
Project Manager Procurement
Aiken
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$79K/yr - $128K/yr
4+ years expRolls-Royce is a leading company in providing world-class power solutions. They are seeking a Project Procurement Manager responsible for representing procurement interests in complex development projects, ensuring cost, quality, and timeline requirements are met through collaboration with various teams.
AerospaceAutomotiveEnergyIndustrial ManufacturingLogisticsMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary procurement representative within assigned projects, ensuring alignment with overarching procurement strategies
Act as a sub-project leader for procurement topics, providing professional guidance, risk assessments, and decision recommendations to project management
Ensure procurement-related requirements (cost targets, supplier strategies, commercial risks) are appropriately considered in all project milestones
Lead and organize value analysis workshops with cross-functional teams to identify cost-reduction opportunities at the component and system level
Drive implementation of cost-saving measures, from idea generation through validation and supplier negotiation
Monitor and report on cost-reduction progress, risks, and achieved savings throughout the project lifecycle
Coordinate all procurement activities derived from project requirements, ensuring clarity of responsibilities, deadlines, and deliverables
Monitor the status of procurement work packages, ensuring timely execution, quality of results, and proactive issue resolution
Review and validate supplier quotations, technical specifications, and internal cost assessments for plausibility and consistency
Prepare and present procurement-related progress reports, KPIs, and recommendations to project steering committees
Oversee and steer internal procurement processes to ensure the timely provision of prototype parts and components required for test engines and validation
Coordinate with engineering, logistics, and suppliers to resolve bottlenecks, technical queries, and delivery issues
Analyze cost structures and procurement data to identify strategic levers for cost optimization
Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and suppliers to realize design-to-cost opportunities
Contribute to long-term procurement strategies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
Several years of experience in procurement, preferably in a project-oriented or technical environment
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
Preferred
Strong understanding of value analysis, cost engineering, and sourcing strategies
Excellent analytical skills paired with a structured and solution-oriented working style
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional and international teams
Experience in interacting with suppliers and negotiating commercial terms is considered an asset
Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to lead projects and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to travel - domestic and international and work flexible hours
Specific knowledge of Off-Highway Diesel Engine commodities, materials and products
Several years of professional experience in purchasing with focus on international procurement, ideally in the casting sector
Engineering or technical degree
German language skills
SAP experience
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
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
Long-term incentive plan
Company
Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce provides aerospace engines, power systems, defense propulsion, marine solutions, and comprehensive MRO services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$276.65MKey Investors
UK Space AgencyUnited States Navy
2024-07-22Grant· $6.21M
2024-04-08Grant· $1.49M
2023-03-17Grant· $3.53M
Leadership Team
Tufan Erginbilgic
Chief Executive Officer
Marius Swoboda
Head Design System Eng.
Recent News
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