Rolls-RoyceStrategic Sourcing Analyst – Critical Minerals, Rare Earths & Revert
Rolls-Royce is hiring a Strategic Sourcing Analyst – Critical Minerals, Rare Earths & Revert. Level rates it ; you can apply on Level.
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Support critical minerals and rare earths strategic sourcing through market intelligence, economic analysis, and financial modelling.
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Strategic Sourcing Analyst – Critical Minerals, Rare Earths & Revert
Full Time
Derby/Bristol - Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office)
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.
Position Summary
The Strategic Sourcing Analyst will support the development and execution of Rolls-Royce's long-term strategy for critical minerals, rare earth elements and metal revert programmes. The role is responsible for providing market intelligence, economic analysis, financial modelling and strategic insights that enable procurement and supply chain decisions in an increasingly complex and geopolitically sensitive raw materials landscape.
The successful candidate will play a key role in identifying supply risks and opportunities, evaluating investment and sourcing strategies, monitoring global market developments, and supporting initiatives that enhance security of supply, sustainability and competitiveness.
What you will be doing
- Monitor and analyse global critical mineral and rare earth markets, including supply-demand dynamics, geopolitical developments, regulatory changes and emerging industry trends.
- Develop market outlooks and forecasting models to support strategic decision-making.
- Produce regular executive-level reports and presentations highlighting key market developments and risks.
- Develop financial models to evaluate sourcing strategies, supplier opportunities, recycling initiatives and investment cases.
- Conduct scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to assess market volatility and business exposure.
- Support the development of closed-loop supply chain models and sustainability initiatives.
Position qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Economics, Finance, Business Analytics, Mathematics, Engineering, or Supply Chain and/or equivalent relevant experience
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- Experience developing financial models and performing economic analysis.
- Advanced Excel skills, including modelling, forecasting and scenario analysis.
- Ability to synthesise complex datasets into clear business insights.
- Strong presentation and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in Economics, Finance, Data Analytics or a related field.
- Experience working within procurement, commodities, mining, metals, materials, manufacturing or aerospace sectors.
- Understanding of critical minerals, rare earth elements, strategic commodities or sustainability issues.
- Knowledge of commodity markets, geopolitical risk assessment and supply chain strategy.
Regional Benefits
- Generous Annual Leave
- Retirement Savings
- Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce
- Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free!
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.
Closing date: 21st October 2026
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.
Job Category
ProcurementPosting Date
07 Oct 2026; 00:10Posting End Date
21 Oct 2026How we rate this
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