Procurement Director, APAC

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.

Job Purpose

The Procurement Director, APAC plays a pivotal leadership role within Valvoline Global Operations, responsible for delivering strategic value through the sourcing and optimization of procuring goods and services. Reporting to the VP of Procurement and based in Singapore, this role leads a team of four to six direct reports (total team of 12-15), overseeing a diverse and complex portfolio of spend categories—including raw materials, packaging components, third party suppliers, professional services, MRO and more.  This role will be responsible for leading Procurement for the Valvoline Global Asia Pacific region, which includes operations in China, Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, India and other countries required to support our rapid growth. 

This position requires a forward-looking, data-driven leader with the ability to translate business needs into sourcing strategies that mitigate risk, increase agility, and unlock long-term value. The Procurement Director engages frequently with senior stakeholders across functions to align procurement initiatives with enterprise objectives, lead high-impact sourcing engagements, and develop supplier relationships that enhance quality, service, and innovation. As a strategic leader, this role is responsible not only for tactical execution, but also for shaping the processes, tools, and capabilities needed to elevate procurement’s role as a value-creating business partner.

How You Make an Impact (Job Accountabilities)

Strategic Leadership of Spend Categories

• Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies across multiple complex, high-spend categories (e.g., raw materials, packaging components, 3rd party partners, corporate services, MRO and others).
• Continuously monitor internal demand and external market trends to adjust sourcing strategies proactively and ensure alignment with evolving business needs.
• Champion a category management approach—defining supplier segmentation, competitive landscapes, risk assessments, and negotiation levers to drive results.

Business Partnership & Internal Collaboration

• Build trusted advisor relationships with stakeholders across all departments to ensure sourcing strategies support operational and strategic priorities.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment on sourcing decisions, providing transparent rationale, decision support, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Translate business challenges into actionable sourcing objectives and collaborate across functions to deliver measurable results.

Sourcing Execution & Cost Management

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of sourcing initiatives, which may include: opportunity assessments, supplier identification, bid process (RFI/RFP), contract negotiation, and implementation.
• Drive measurable cost savings, working capital improvements, and value enhancements while maintaining compliance, quality, and service standards.
• Identify and remove inefficiencies in the sourcing process to reduce cycle time, increase stakeholder satisfaction, and standardize sourcing practices.

Supplier Relationship Management & Risk Mitigation

• Oversee the ongoing performance of key suppliers, ensuring that value creation extends beyond contracting through execution and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Vendor Management and business owners to develop and manage supplier scorecards, business reviews, and corrective action plans.
• Proactively identify and address supplier risks (performance, financial, operational) to maintain continuity and resilience.

Team Development & Functional Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of procurement professionals, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
• Provide coaching and development opportunities that expand team capability in negotiation, analytics, stakeholder engagement, and strategic thinking.
• Serve as a thought leader in strategic sourcing—supporting enterprise-wide initiatives to modernize tools, elevate procurement maturity, and increase visibility of spend performance.

Process Improvement, Tools, and Analytics

• Use spend analytics and market intelligence tools to uncover insights, identify cost reduction opportunities, and guide prioritization.
• Partner internally and externally to improve procurement systems and reporting tools, automate tactical activities, and enhance data-driven decision-making.
• Establish and track KPIs and sourcing metrics aligned to cost, compliance, diversity, sustainability, and supplier performance.

Additional duties as assigned.

What You Bring to the Role (Job Qualifications / Education / Skills / Requirements / Capabilities)

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Finance, Operations, or related field.
• 6+ years of progressively responsible experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management, including leadership of sourcing teams.
• Demonstrated excellence in RFP/RFI execution, supplier negotiations, contract management, and stakeholder alignment.
• Advanced analytical aptitude: comfortable with spend analytics, financial modeling, business case development, and sourcing decision support.
• Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills—direct, assertive, diplomatic, and effective across levels.
• Self‑motivated problem solver: excels in ambiguity, prioritizes effectively, champions change management, and constantly seeks performance improvement.

Competencies Desired

• Strategic Thinking & Market Insight: Anticipates emerging trends, shapes category strategies proactively, and drives long‑term sourcing advantage.
• Influence & Stakeholder Management: Builds trust quickly, persuades across diverse internal audiences, and garners alignment in complex organizational environments.
• Analytical Rigor & Decision Quality: Mines insights from data, synthesizes scenarios, and delivers clear, evidence-based recommendations that drive impact.
• Leadership & Team Development: Coaches and inspires a high-performing team, modeling accountability, growth, and excellence in delivery.
• Execution & Operational Excellence: Translates strategy into action—ensuring rigor, consistency, and discipline throughout sourcing cycles and supplier engagements.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements / Travel Requirements

• Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional standing, walking, bending, or lifting of materials up to 20 pounds (e.g., laptops, documents, office supplies).
• Regular use of hands and fingers to operate office equipment, including keyboards and telephones.
• May require navigating multiple floors or buildings during in-office activities or meetings.

• Work Environment: Standard corporate environment with typical office equipment and collaborative workspaces. Hybrid or remote flexibility may be available in accordance with company policy.
• Global Collaboration: This role supports global operations and may require schedule flexibility to accommodate meetings and deadlines across international time zones.
• Travel Requirements: Up to 30% travel, including supplier visits, industry conferences, cross-functional meetings, and procurement planning sessions.

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.

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