Procurement Analytics & Change Manager

Rolls-Royce Corporation; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,600,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce Corporation in Bengaluru, India, is seeking an Analytics & Change Manager to oversee procurement analytics, market research, and process improvement. The role combines leadership with hands-on execution to drive data-driven decisions.

You will manage day-to-day operations, develop dashboards, ensure data governance, and partner with category teams to align services with strategic objectives, delivering high-value outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in procurement operations and service delivery.
• Experience in aerospace or defence procurement (Indirect and Direct).
• Strong data analytics and dashboard development experience.
• Proven ability to lead transformation projects and drive improvements.
• Influence senior stakeholders in a matrix organisation.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of analytics, market research, data governance and process/change teams.
• Set priorities and monitor performance against SLAs and KPIs.
• Oversee development of dashboards, KPI reporting, and analytics for data-driven decisions.
• Feed insights into Indirect Procurement to inform supplier, spend and category decisions.
• Ensure adherence to data standards, governance policies, and audits.
• Coordinate process mapping, documentation and change management activities.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to reduce waste and cycle times.
• Champion customer-first culture and mentor a high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership

Data analytics

Dashboards

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Change management

Governance

Lean Six Sigma

Tools

SAP Ariba

Coupa

Ivalua

Job description

Job Description Job Title: Analytics & Change Manager Location: Bangalore India.

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.

Summary

The Procurement Analytics & Change Manager will oversee the operational delivery of multiple capability areas that enable procurement excellence including market research, analytics execution, process optimisation and change implementation. This role combines leadership with hands-on execution, ensuring services are delivered efficiently, accurately and in line with strategic direction.

You will manage day-to-day team operations, monitor performance against SLAs and KPIs, and resolve issues promptly while fostering a high-performance culture. A key responsibility is coordinating the development of dashboards, reports, and market intelligence to support sourcing strategies and decision‑making. You will ensure compliance with procurement policies, data governance standards, while driving continuous improvement in processes, tools, and templates.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of analytics, market research, data governance, and process/change teams
• set priorities and monitor performance
• Oversee development of dashboards, KPI reporting, and analytics, leveraging internal and external data, to enable data-driven decisions
• This will feed into Indirect Procurement teams to inform supplier, spend and category decisions
• This will also provide visibility of Indirect Procurement and GBS Procurement performance
• Partner with category teams to align service delivery with strategic objectives
• Ensure adherence to data standards, governance policies, and audit requirements across all capability areas where relevant
• Coordinate process mapping, documentation, and change management activities, including comms and tech related training materials
• Apply Lean Six Sigma and structured problem‑solving tools to reduce waste, cycle time and rework across procurement processes
• Deliver high complexity and impactful Green / Black belt projects
• Manage the transition of new procurement services ensuring smooth implementation and stakeholder adoption through development and implementation of change initiatives
• Champion a customer‑first culture that prioritises responsiveness, quality and value creation at every touchpoint
• Coach and mentor a high‑performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Key Experiences and Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in procurement operations and service delivery, with some experience in Procurement analytics, process and/or change management
• Experience working in aerospace or defence sector, in both Indirect and Direct Procurement
• Deep expertise in leading procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, and Ivalua, with strong understanding of ERP system integration and functionality
• Understanding of procurement policies, governance frameworks and compliance assessments related to aerospace and defence
• Strong background in data analytics and dashboard development
• Proven ability to manage process updates, testing cycles and adoption programmes
• Experience leading transformation projects and driving process improvements
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate effectively in a matrix organisation
• Proven track record in delivering business results and achieving objectives

About Rolls-Royce

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.

Assessment Process

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 05 Oct 2026; 00:10 Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.