Sr. Material Flow Planner

Rolls-Royce Corporation; Mankato Township (MN); On-site; USD 84,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay plus bonus

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Rolls-Royce seeks a Sr. Material Flow Planner in Mankato, MN to design and optimize end-to-end material flow processes. You will drive efficiency across the supply chain using LEAN principles, coordinate cross-functional logistics, and implement SAP-compatible tools to support growth and seamless integration.

The role requires education in Business or Engineering with relevant experience in logistics planning, materials management, or material flow design; relocation assistance may be provided.

Qualifications

• Associates degree and 4 years of logistics planning experience or
• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of logistics planning experience or
• Master’s degree in Business/Engineering or related field or
• JD/PhD in Business/Engineering or related field or
• In lieu of degree, 6+ years of relevant experience in logistics planning

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize material flow by implementing end-to-end processes using LEAN principles.
• Plan and coordinate complex, cross-functional logistics processes with multiple stakeholders.
• Implement and enhance IT-supported logistics planning tools and SAP-compatible solutions.
• Develop timelines, resource allocation strategies, and cost calculations for logistics initiatives.
• Design, model, and implement SAP-compatible system solutions tailored to business requirements.

Skills

LEAN principles

Logistics planning

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Associate's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

JD/PhD in Business, Engineering, or related field

In lieu of degree, 6+ years of experience in logistics planning, materials management, or material flow design

Tools

SAP

Logistics software

Job description

Job Description Job Title: Sr. Material Flow Planner Working Pattern: Full-Time Working location: Mankato, MN Relocation assistance will be provided if applicable.

Why 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 create world‑class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem‑solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first. You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high‑performance culture. This is Infinite Potential. And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.

Position Summary

As a Material Flow Planner, you will play a key role in designing and optimizing end‑to‑end material flow processes to drive efficiency and reduce waste across the supply chain. This position is critical for ensuring seamless logistics integration, leveraging LEAN principles, and implementing SAP‑compatible solutions that support business growth.

What you will be doing

• Design and optimize material flow by implementing end‑to‑end processes, leveraging LEAN principles to ensure efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure seamless integration across the supply chain.
• Plan and coordinate complex, cross‑functional Logistics processes involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Implement and enhance IT‑supported Logistics planning tools, considering new and modified planning methods.
• Develop timelines, resource allocation strategies, and cost calculations to support Logistics and supply chain initiatives.
• Design, model, and implement SAP‑compatible system solutions tailored to business requirements.

Basic Requirements

• Associates degree in Business, Engineering, or related field + 4 years of experience in logistics planning, materials management, or material flow design.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field + 2 years of experience in logistics planning, materials management, or material flow design.
• Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.
• JD/PhD in Business, Engineering, or related field.
• In lieu of degree, 6+ years of experience in logistics planning, materials management, or material flow design.
• In order tobe eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent. Resident Applicants mustbe authorized towork for any employer in the U.S without sponsorship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visaat this time.

Preferred Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of supply chain structures, material flow systems, and cost analysis.
• Excellent understanding of computer applications and/or controlled systems.
• Excellent level of analytical and problem‑solving ability.
• Excellent level of interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with others.
• Excellent understanding of modern inventory management principles.

Power Systems is the Rolls‑Royce business which provides world‑class power solutions and complete life‑cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility. We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These technologically advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide. Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.

Rolls‑Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.

Infinite Potential Closing date: November 16, 2026 Job Posting Date 23 Oct 2026; 00:10 Pay Range Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range. $84,351 - $137,071-Annually Location: Mankato, MN

Benefits

Rolls‑Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan.

• base pay and a discretionary bonus plan
• 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

The Business Unit Power Systems of Rolls‑Royce provides world‑class power solutions and complete life‑cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility. We deliver and service comprehensive, powerful and reliable systems, based on both gas and diesel engines, as well as electrified hybrid systems. These clean and technologically‑advanced solutions serve our customers in the marine and infrastructure sectors worldwide. At the heart of our business is the unrivalled dedication and technical expertise of our people. To support them we provide an environment of caring and belonging where everyone is themselves and supports each other.

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