VP of Supplier Relationships & Sourcing

rollsroyce; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 138,000 - 224,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Rolls-Royce is seeking a Vice President of Supplier Relationship in Indianapolis, IN, with hybrid work pattern (3 office days per week). The VP will lead procurement category management, align strategies with business goals, and drive cost, quality, and resilience across a defined portfolio.

A senior leader with extensive experience in category management and negotiations is required to deliver long‑term value. Relocation assistance is provided if applicable.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with 10+ years of supply chain or customer management experience.
• Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of supply chain or customer management experience.
• Master's degree with 6+ years of supply chain or customer management experience.
• JD/PhD with 3+ years of supply chain or customer management experience.
• 12+ years of supply chain or customer management experience in lieu of a degree.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Lead portfolio category strategy with goals and value.
• Direct Procurement Category Managers and build capability.
• Oversee major sourcing and negotiations for cost, quality, delivery.
• Apply governance for high-value decisions.
• Manage portfolio-wide commercial risk and resilience.
• Drive cost and value through strategic sourcing and contracts.
• Influence senior stakeholders to align portfolio with priorities.

Skills

Category management

Strategic sourcing

Commercial leadership

Negotiation leadership

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

JD/PhD

12+ years of experience in lieu of a degree

Job description

Rolls-Royce is seeking a Vice President of Supplier Relationship in Indianapolis, IN, with hybrid work pattern (3 office days per week). The VP will lead procurement category management, align strategies with business goals, and drive cost, quality, and resilience across a defined portfolio.

A senior leader with extensive experience in category management and negotiations is required to deliver long‑term value. Relocation assistance is provided if applicable.