Supply Chain Manager – Emerging Markets

Rolls-Royce SMR Limited; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus 12.5%

Benefits allowance

Pension plan

Holidays 28 days

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Home office setup £250

Job summary

Rolls‑Royce SMR Limited is seeking a Supply Chain Manager – Emerging Markets to lead account and relationship management, and to develop and deliver the Emerging Markets Operations procurement and supply chain strategy. The role covers UK and international customers, with a focus on KPI alignment and supplier performance to meet contract requirements.

The position offers hybrid working from our Derby, Manchester or Warrington offices, with regular domestic and international travel and

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of supply chain management and customer environments.
• Experience in managing UK and international external customers.
• Strong conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead account- and relationship-management with target customers.
• Plan, develop and deliver Emerging Markets Operations procurement and supply chain strategy.
• Ensure category and supplier strategies meet customer requirements and KPIs.
• Maintain knowledge of markets, supplier capabilities, technology, and geography.

Skills

Supply chain management

Customer relationships

KPI management

Risk management

Job description

Rolls Royce SMR is on a mission to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. As the UK’s leading Small Modular Reactor programme, we’re building a British solution to a global energy challenge and shaping one of the country’s most significant green export opportunities. As we now enter our Industrialisation phase, we seek a Supply Chain Manager – Emerging Markets, reporting to our Senior Supply Chain Manager – Customer Programme & Planning, you'll manage Emerging Market strategies and relationships that support delivery of our key Business and Strategy Team objectives.

What you’ll be doing

Lead account- and and relationship-management with our target Customers Plan, develop and deliver our Emerging Markets Operations Procurement and Supply Chain strategy Ensure category, operational, and key supplier strategies meet customer requirements and deliverables as part of the wider Operations and Procurement functions Meet and exceed KPIs aligned with Customer Satisfaction and specific in-contract performance measures Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of the supply markets, supplier capabilities, technology, processes, and geography of the service line

What you will bring

Deep knowledge and understanding of supply chain management Demonstrable experience of managing UK and International external Customers The ability to identify opportunities, manage risks, and implement changes within a customer environment without any detrimental impact Skill in managing and resolving conflicts in a constructive manner and if you have MCIPS and/or nuclear market experience (prized by us but not essential) , with the desire to work in first of its kind environment, then you really should think about applying!

Location & Ways of Working

This role can be based from our Derby, Manchester or Warrington office. Hybrid working is standard, with regular domestic and international travel required.

What’s in it for you?

Salary: £63,000 – £78,000 depending on experience and our excellent benefits include:

• 12.5% performance related bonus
• Benefits Allowance – £2,200 to build a personalised package
• Pension – 12% employer, 6% employee
• Holidays – 28 days + public holidays (option to buy/sell up to 4 days)
• Private Medical Insurance – BUPA
• Life Assurance – 6× pensionable pay £250 one-off home office setup payment

You’ll join a forward thinking, inclusive and innovative organisation offering: A flexible and supportive working environment Opportunities for career progression and professional development A culture that values diversity, innovation and continuous learning

Pay Range: £60,000.00 - £78,750.00

Why Join Us?

• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
• A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.

Our Application Process

Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:

• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check

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About Rolls‑Royce SMR

We are Rolls‑Royce SMR A career with Rolls‑Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission. Rolls‑Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls‑Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low‑carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years. With its Rolls‑Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future. We’re proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we’re a strengths‑based organisation. Our people are here because of what makes them exceptional - and our role is to help them make the most meaningful contribution of their careers, doing work they love.

We offer opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths. At Rolls‑Royce SMR you can develop your career by exploring roles and challenges that align with your unique talents.

At Rolls‑Royce SMR we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge.

Rolls‑Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.

We offer:

• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
• A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone can thrive.