Digital Manager

Location: Seletar The Digital & Transformation Manager will lead the end-to-end digital and business transformation agenda for FBSG, enabling step-change improvements in performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people. This role is accountable for shaping and executing a forward-looking digital strategy that supports the site’s capacity ramp-up toward 2027 and beyond, embedding data-driven decision-making, operational excellence, and scalable digital solutions across the value stream. Key Responsibilities - Develop and own Fan Blade Singapore's (FBSG) digital and transformation strategy aligned to business objectives and Rolls-Royce enterprise priorities - Identify high-impact opportunities across manufacturing, supply chain, and support functions - Build a clear, phased roadmap toward 2027+ with measurable value outcomes - Drive business improvement initiatives across SQDCP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People) - Translate operational challenges into structured transformation programs with clear ROI - Lead cross-functional initiatives to eliminate waste, improve productivity, and enhance flow - Champion a data-driven culture by improving visibility, accessibility, and use of operational data - Deploy digital tools (dashboards, predictive analytics, AI where relevant) to support real-time decision-making - Partner with IT and engineering teams to ensure robust data architecture and governance - Lead adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies (automation, IoT, digital twins where applicable) - Evaluate and scale solutions that enhance capability, resilience, and throughput - Interface with external partners (e.g., research institutes, vendors) to bring innovation into FBSG - Act as a transformation leader—driving mindset and behavioural change across the organization - Build internal capability in digital literacy, problem solving, and continuous improvement - Coach leaders and teams to sustain improvements and embed new ways of working - Establish strong governance, tracking, and reporting mechanisms for all transformation initiatives - Ensure disciplined execution, risk management, and benefit realization - Provide regular updates to site leadership and global stakeholders Measurable Outcomes - Measurable improvements in productivity, cost efficiency, and throughput - Increased digital adoption and data-driven decision-making across the site - Successful delivery of transformation roadmap milestones aligned to 2027 ramp - Strengthened operational resilience (machine, people, method) - Positive cultural shift toward continuous improvement and innovation Experience & Qualifications - Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or related field - 8–12+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations excellence, or transformation roles - Proven track record in leading digital or business transformation programs in complex environments - Strong understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, and/or operational excellence frameworks - Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies, data analytics, or digital tools in manufacturing - Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills at all levels Leadership Attributes - Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into execution - High ownership and bias for action (“Own it”) - Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complexity - Resilient and adaptable in a fast-evolving environment - Passion for building high-performing teams and cultures