Head of Digital & IT – Manufacturing Operations

Rolls-Royce Corporation; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Corporation is seeking a Vice President of Digital & IT for Manufacturing Operations in Derby. This hybrid role leads the digital and technology agenda, partnering with manufacturing leadership to translate strategy into a practical roadmap that improves safety, quality, delivery and cost.

The candidate will own prioritised demand, oversee delivery through shared services, and drive measurable business benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a large multi-site manufacturing or aerospace setting.
• Strong understanding of digital, data and technology-enabled improvements.
• Ability to translate business strategy into actionable roadmaps.

Responsibilities

• Lead the digital and IT strategy for Manufacturing Operations.
• Own prioritised demand and ensure delivery into operations.
• Govern portfolio delivery, value realisation, and risk management.
• Collaborate with regional and global stakeholders across functions.
• Ensure cyber resilience and regulatory compliance for services.

Skills

Senior leadership

Manufacturing operations

Digital & IT

Portfolio management

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering or IT degree

Tools

ERP systems

Automation software

Job description

Rolls-Royce Corporation is seeking a Vice President of Digital & IT for Manufacturing Operations in Derby. This hybrid role leads the digital and technology agenda, partnering with manufacturing leadership to translate strategy into a practical roadmap that improves safety, quality, delivery and cost.

The candidate will own prioritised demand, oversee delivery through shared services, and drive measurable business benefits.