Senior Logistics Operations Manager - Control Tower

Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable energy for all. Rolls-Royce SMR provides a British solution to a global energy challenge, leading the way in Small Modular Reactor technology and shaping the UK’s premier green export opportunity.

Our Operations & Supply Chain function is critical to enabling delivery across our programme, with logistics providing the backbone for safe, efficient and reliable material movement across multiple geographies. A key part of this is the creation of a centralised Control Tower capability, providing real-time visibility, governance and performance management across our global logistics network.

In this context, we’re looking for a Senior Logistics Operations Manager – Control Tower to create our Control Tower function. Reporting into the Head of Logistics Operations, this will mean taking the Control Tower from concept (or “scratch” if you would), to our single source of truth for logistics data which in turn will drive performance, improve resilience and enable data-led decision-making across the organisation.

We have advertised and interviewed for this role and were fortunate enough to assess and interview some excellent candidates, however we found that through talking to them, sharing our challenges and understanding their experiences, we now recognise that we need our future SM to show you have created a Control Tower function in a complex, international, regulated or safety-critical industry and be able to build on your previous successes, and of course apply lessons learned from when things did “not quite go to plan”.

We know this advert should not just be about us – but we have a clear idea now of what is needed and that means we are looking for both the above and …

• Proven experience in logistics operations, creating control tower environments, or supply chain visibility platforms across multiple geographies
• Experience managing logistics performance through KPIs, reporting and analytics
• Experience working with 3PL/4PL partners and logistics networks
• Commercial awareness with understanding of logistics cost and performance drivers

The role itself will involve working closely with Programme, Construction, Engineering and Supply Chain teams to define, design and develop the Control Tower to ensure full visibility, proactive risk management and alignment with delivery schedules and this will subsequently involve:

• Leading and managing the day-to-day operations of the global logistics control tower
• Ensuring real-time visibility of shipments, inventory and transport performance across all modes and locations
• Being the primary escalation point for logistics disruptions, delays and service failures
• Defining and monitoring logistics KPIs, delivering performance reporting, dashboards and insights

This role can be based from our Derby, Manchester or Warrington offices, with hybrid working and regular engagement with stakeholders and suppliers.

What’s In It for You?

• Salary range: £71,000 – £88,750 + 17% bonus + £5,000 allowance (dep. experience)
• Bonus: Up to 17% (performance related)

• Personal Benefits Allowance: £5,000

• Pension: 12% employer / 6% employee

• Holidays: 28 days + public holidays (option to buy/sell up to 4 days)

• Private Medical Insurance: BUPA

• Life Assurance: 6× pensionable pay
• Home Office Support: £250 one-off payment for new starters

Pay Range:

£71,000.00

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£93,187.50

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:

• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
• A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate. If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector-jump, please get in touch – we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.

Our Application Process

Due to the safety regulations within the nuclear industry, applicants will be required to participate in additional screening. These are:

• Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance
• Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check

About Us

We are Rolls-Royce SMR

A career with Rolls-Royce SMR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exciting organisation delivering a transformational mission.
Rolls-Royce SMR is a radically different approach to proven nuclear technology. Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will generate 470MW of low-carbon energy - equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes for over 60 years.
With its Rolls-Royce SMRs will play a vital role in supporting renewable energy by helping to overcome intermittency and ensure a stable, sustainable energy future.
We’re proud to be one of the few employers that can genuinely say we’re a strengths-based organisation. Our people are here because of what makes them exceptional - and our role is to help them make the most meaningful contribution of their careers, doing work they love.
We offer opportunities that go beyond traditional career paths. At Rolls-Royce SMR you can develop your career by exploring roles and challenges that align with your unique talents.

Our culture

At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work. We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures. Join us and help shape our culture. Find out more about our inclusion pledge.
Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.

Why join us?

You’ll be joining a forward-thinking organisation that values transparency, fairness, and innovation. We offer:
• A flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly scaling business.
• A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Inclusivity is important to us, and as a Disability Confident organisation, we are committed to fair, supportive, and continually improving recruitment practices that ensure everyone can thrive.

What we offer

At Rolls-Royce SMR, our reward offering is focused on recognising you for your efforts and motivate you to continue achieving. Our rewards and benefits scheme are designed for employees to have complete control. By providing complete autonomy, you can focus on what’s important to you. Whether it’s investments, insurances or wellbeing, it’s in your hands.
Work is an activity, not a place. We understand due to commitments and lifestyle; the world of work has evolved beyond the 9 - 5. Whether its varied hours or hybrid working, our flexible working arrangements make it possible for employees to achieve a true work life balance.

Your career journey

At Rolls-Royce SMR, we don’t just want you to contribute, we want you to grow. We have open dialogue with our employees to understand the ambitions for their career and set plans to achieve them. Whether it’s helping you obtain formal qualifications or pairing you with a mentor, Rolls-Royce SMR will provide you with a fulfilling career. Our Team | Rolls-Royce SMR

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