Procurement Specialist I

Why Valvoline Global Operations?
 
At Valvoline Global Operations, we’re proud to be The Original Motor Oil, but we’ve never rested on being first. Founded in 1866, we introduced the world’s first branded motor oil, staking our claim as a pioneer in the automotive and industrial solutions industry. Today, as an affiliate of Aramco, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, we are driven by innovation and committed to creating sustainable solutions for a better future.

With a global presence, we develop future-ready products and provide best-in-class services for our partners around the world. For us, originality isn’t just about where we began; it’s about where we’re headed and how we’ll lead the way. We are originality in motion.

Our corporate values—Care, Integrity, Passion, Unity, and Excellence—are at the heart of everything we do. These values define how we operate, how we treat one another, and how we engage with our partners, customers, and the communities we serve. At Valvoline Global, we are united in our commitment to:

•    Treating everyone with care.
•    Acting with unwavering integrity.
•    Striving for excellence in all endeavors.
•    Delivering on our commitments with passion.
•    Collaborating as one unified team.

When you join Valvoline Global, you’ll become part of a culture that celebrates creativity, innovation, and excellence. Together, we’re shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions.

Careers for the Driven

Valvoline has a rewarding opportunity as a Procurement Specialist I. We whole-heartedly adopt a ‘never idle' mindset. We also know that outstanding service begins and ends with our employees. So, we’re looking for good people to join our team. You bring your skills, talents, and drive. We will give you a great place to work, a competitive salary and benefits, and the resources and support to develop and advance within our global company.

The Procurement Specialist I will have spend segment responsibility and ownership for part of the Indirect Purchasing vendor category.  This includes Engineering, IT and other corporate services.  This position will work with many internal groups such as Engineering, IT, AP, Legal, etc.  This position will contribute to vendor selection process, vendor approval and contracting for the category.  This position will facilitate strategic sourcing through market and industry analysis, supplier segmentation and supplier research, and build effective relationships with internal business partners as well as current and future vendor partners.

Valvoline Global Operations Headquarters is located in Lexington, KY. Candidates must be willing to work an in-office work schedule (3 days per week). 

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Be the subject matter expert for contracting in the corporates services area.  Provide information, analysis and support to the internal business teams and assist in all vendor related matters.

• Develop sourcing strategies for all sub-categories including:  

  • Assessment of business needs for internal customers

  • Prepare RFQ's/RFP's as needed for competitive bidding

  • Analyze and evaluate bid responses, negotiate prices and other terms

  • Manage contracting process coordinating business, vendor and legal changes. Knowledge of contracting and data privacy needed.

  • Complete all on-boarding of vendors as needed, including completion of setup documents and compliance to all safety and insurance requirements

• Ensure vendors are appropriately chosen, managed and monitored to mitigate risk associated with supply interruption, environmental liability, safety and legal liability.  

• Develop and execute a sourcing strategy and negotiate commercial terms to deliver optimal cost and suppor financial and operational objectives.

• Use relationship management techniques to generate maximum long-term value with suppliers. 

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience 

• 3-5 years of purchasing experience or work in a corporate environment

• Basic knowledge of contracting and negotiating

• Indirect Purchasing in corporate services

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point skills

• Must have the ability to multi-task, manage complex projects, data and operate very efficiently

• Must have excellent relationship skills, communications skills, be a great teammate, be very detail oriented and driven to succeed

• Exposure to data privacy regulations, experience in IT/SaaS or digital advertising a plus

• Ability to travel up to 15%

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. 

Benefits That Drive Themselves

• Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)

• HSA and flexible spending accounts

• 401(k)  

• Incentive opportunity*

• Life insurance

• Short and long-term disability insurance

• Paid vacation and holidays*

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee discounts

• Tuition reimbursement*

• Adoption assistance*

 Valvoline Global is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to ensuring accessibility throughout our recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the recruitment or selection process, please contact us at:.

•    Email: Valvolineglobalcareers@valvolineglobal.com

This contact information is solely for accommodation requests. For inquiries about application status, please use the appropriate channels listed in your application materials.

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

At Valvoline Global, we’re looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our journey of innovation and excellence. Are you ready to shape the future with us? Apply today.

Requisition ID: 1494