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Aerospace Procurement (Partners Division) is responsible for the manufacture of multiple commodity products for Civil, Defence and Marine applications, ensuring our products are manufactured at the right Quality, cost and on time as per business requirements.\nOur product portfolio is diverse, high volume, at the forefront of technology and operates in extreme environments at the heart of the engine.\nProducts include; single crystal, directionally solidified and equiax cast product.\nIntermediate and Low pressure seal segments, blades and nozzle guide vanes, some of which are delivered as individual parts, some assembled into high level modules.\nStructural HP/IP components, Tail Bearing Housing and Front Bearing Housing. Aswell as multiple rigid pipes, ducts and connectors.\nWorking as part of a fast paced and challenging division, in this role you will be aligned to the Partners ITP Supplier Management team (SMT) accountable for the delivery of all Manufacturing Engineering and Quality activities within the team across a range of components. Covering all elements of the manufacturing product life cycle, from new product introduction through to mature component cost reduction and improvement programmes, you will have the opportunity to work with and influence world class external suppliers in the delivery of a various commodity of products.\nWhat you will be doing:\nWithin their area of accountability:\nTechnical: Develop, implement, validate, maintain, and continuously improve manufacturing processes and / or methods of manufacture of your aligned suppliers to ensure capability to meet and continue to meet requirements for safety, quality, cost, delivery rate and lead time\nProduct Definition: Capture, analyse and use data to demonstrate and improve the current and future capability of manufacturing processes and identification of improvement opportunities\nCollaboration: Proactively accesses internal and external networks of technical communities and functional teams, quality, design and project engineering, to ensure fulfilment and realisation of the product intent\nProblem Solving: Support the investigation and resolution of product and supplier technical problems with the application and use of appropriate tools\nStrategy: Identify and develop opportunities for new or improved manufacturing processes and technologies to meet or exceed current or future requirements\nPosition qualifications:\nProfessionally qualified Engineer (UK minimum BEng degree or other national equivalent, higher degree preferred or significant relevant experience)\nCommunication and stakeholder management skills with a strong positive attitude and willingness to learn\nTechnical experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably casting and machining of complex Turbines and Structural products or manufacture of Rigid pipes/ducts.\nAn understanding of process improvement tools and lean manufacture, preferably Green belt qualified or higher.\nAn understanding of 8D process and supporting problem solving tools\nWorking knowledge of key Manufacturing Engineering processes and tools and preferably use and application of SABRe (Supplier Advanced Business Relationship) Management System Requirements) and RRMS (Rolls-Royce Management System)\nRegional Benefits:\nWork in a safety-first environment were doing the right thing and keeping it simple are core principles.\nJoin a culture that values making a real difference through your work.\nDevelop your career as a mid-career professional blending technical expertise with strong personal qualities.\nThrive in a role that encourages integrity, accountability, resilience, and curiosity.\nCollaborate and build relationships in a team-focused environment while also working independently.\nTake initiative, lead, and make smart decisions with confidence and support.\nGrow through continuous learning, openness to improvement, and exposure to challenging opportunities.\nPlease be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk.\nThe professional level and the salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.\nIt is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.\nOur vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. 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