As a Procurement Analytics & Change Manager at Rolls-Royce in Bangalore, India, you will oversee operational delivery for analytics, market research, and process optimization. This full-time role combines leadership with hands-on execution to drive continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making.
Requirements
10+ years of experience in procurement operations and service delivery
Experience in aerospace or defence sectors across Indirect and Direct Procurement
Expertise in procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, and Ivalua
Strong background in data analytics, dashboard development, and Lean Six Sigma
No specific degree is explicitly required in the posting
Skills & Responsibilities
SAP Ariba, Coupa, and Ivalua: Manage procurement platforms to support sourcing strategies, supplier decisions, and ERP system integration.
Data Analytics & Dashboard Development: Oversee KPI reporting and leverage internal/external data to enable data-driven decisions.
Lean Six Sigma: Apply structured problem-solving tools to reduce waste, cycle time, and rework across procurement processes.
Change Management: Coordinate process mapping, training materials, and transformation projects to ensure smooth implementation and stakeholder adoption.
Potential transition routes: People from Supply Chain Management or Data Analytics roles may bring analytical and project management skills, alongside meeting the required procurement and aerospace sector experience.
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 programs
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
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.
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.
