VP IT Procurement

Rolls-Royce Corporation; Aston-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Retirement Savings Trust

Group Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

Employee Shares matched

Job summary

Rolls-Royce is hiring a Vice President of IT Procurement to lead the global IT procurement function, shaping category strategies for software, cloud, infrastructure and services. The role is hybrid with Derby or Dahlewitz as the likely locations, reporting into senior leadership and partnering across Digital, Cyber, Finance, Legal and Engineering.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategic sourcing, complex contract governance, and leading global teams in regulated

Qualifications

• Significant senior procurement leadership experience in IT, technology, digital, cyber, cloud, software or managed services within a large global organisation.
• Proven ability to deliver commercial value through strategic sourcing, negotiations and licence optimisation.
• Experience managing complex contracts with governance, risk and supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global IT procurement organisation and strategy for Rolls-Royce technology spend.
• Partner with Digital, Cyber, Finance, Legal, Commercial, Risk and Eng.
• Drive supplier resilience, cost control and value realisation across the procurement lifecycle.

Skills

Senior procurement leadership

Strategic sourcing

Technology procurement

Contract negotiations

Regulated environments

Global teams leadership

Job description

Job Description VP IT Procurement Full Time – Hybrid Derby or Dahlewitz

Why join Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. The Vice President of IT Procurement is accountable for building and executing the global procurement strategy for all technology spend across Rolls-Royce, including software, cloud, infrastructure, telecoms, managed services, cyber, digital platforms, enterprise applications, professional services and emerging technology requirements. The role leads a high-performing global IT procurement organisation, partnering with Digital, Cyber, Finance, Legal, Commercial, Risk, Security, Engineering, GBS and business stakeholders to deliver commercial value, supplier resilience, innovation, compliance, cost control and risk mitigation across the technology supplier landscape. The role is responsible for shaping category strategies, enterprise supplier partnerships, sourcing governance, contract negotiation, demand management, licence optimisation, third-party risk management and value realisation across the end-to-end technology procurement lifecycle

Key Experiences and Qualifications

• Significant senior procurement leadership experience in IT, technology, digital, cyber, cloud, software, infrastructure or managed services categories within a large, complex global organisation
• Proven track record of delivering substantial commercial value through strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, demand management, licence optimisation, contract restructuring and enterprise supplier management
• Strong understanding of technology supplier markets, software licensing, SaaS, cloud consumption, outsourcing, cyber services, infrastructure, telecoms, data platforms, ERP, digital transformation and technology commercial models
• Experience managing strategic suppliers and complex contracts, including commercial governance, service obligations, performance management, risk mitigation, innovation roadmaps and executive supplier relationships
• Experience operating in regulated, global or security-sensitive environments, with awareness of information security, cyber risk, export control, data protection, resilience, continuity and third-party risk requirements
• Demonstrated ability to lead global teams, influence senior stakeholders, manage competing priorities and deliver transformation in a matrix organisation

Regional Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave
• Retirement Savings through the Rolls-Royce Retirement Savings Trust
• Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce
• Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free!

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade. It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role. Grade: Management Level B

For more information, please contact: Alison Connaughton [e-mail]

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Job Category Procurement

Posting Date 06 Oct 2026; 00:10

Posting End Date 13 Oct 2026

Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.