Procurement Specialist

Date:  Apr 1, 2025
Location: 

Lexington, KY, US, 40509

Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist

Description: 

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, reporting to a Procurement Manager/Director.   The Specialist role will work with sales, marketing, technical, EH&S and supply chain teams to ensure we have the right products, with the right vendors to support Valvoline's business objectives.  They will have overall ownership for the Procurement strategy, vendor selection, vendor approval and vendor performance.  They will facilitate strategic sourcing through market and industry analysis, supplier segmentation and supplier research/analytics and build effective relationships with current and potential partners.

 

How You’ll Make an Impact

 

  • Subject matter expert in the designated area of focus.  Provide information, analysis and support to the sales and marketing teams for segment business analysis.
  • Develop sourcing strategies for each key material to include:  
    • Assessment of key business needs/fully understanding the external environment
    • Generate, analyze and execute RFQ's
    • Performing industry analysis, supplier analysis and competitive analysis;
    • Developing market forecast/cost structure analysis;
    • SWOT analysis/selection of strategic choices and interventions
    • Tactical execution plan and business continuity plan
    • Monitor and measure success
  • Ensure vendors are appropriately chosen, managed and monitored to mitigate risk associated with supply interruption, environmental liability, cyber and legal liability.  Manage supply plan and resolve supply issues.  Support EH&S and Sustainability objectives.
  • Develop and execute a sourcing strategy and negotiate commercial terms to deliver optimal cost and support Valvoline's financial and operational objectives.
  • Establish and measure quality standards for each area ensuring standards are consistently up to date and standards are met.
  • Use relationship management techniques to generate maximum long-term value.

 

What You’ll Need

  • Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience
  • Procurement/purchasing experience 
  • 3 - 5 years of suppply chain related experience 
  • SAP/SAP SNAP reporting experience is a plus
  • Excel proficiency 
  • Data analysis proficiency 
  • Must have the ability to multi-task, manage complex projects and data and operate very efficiently.  
  • Must have excellent relationship skills, communications skills, be a great teammate, be very detail oriented and driven to succeed.  
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. 
  • Ability to travel up to 10% 

 

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*

*Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on position

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:.

 

•    Phone: 1-800-Valvoline
•    Email: 1800valvoline@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: 1363


Nearest Major Market: Lexington