Supply Planner

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 Supply Planner will perform supply planning activities for Singapore produced materials, ensuring timely material availability, production continuity, and optimal inventory management in alignment with business objectives. 

How You Make an Impact (Job Accountabilities)

1. Material and Production Planning 

• Manage the supply of packaging materials to ensure availability and readiness according to the timeline.

• Analyze direct materials, production schedules, and inventory levels to create effective material plans for each direct material category.

• Coordinate with the toll blender to align material availability with production schedules.

• Collaborate with packaging suppliers and stakeholders to ensure on-time material delivery, proper prioritization, and prevention of production delays.

• Identify and escalate potential risks in the supply chain, such as shortages or delays, and develop contingency plans.

• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of materials management processes.

 2. Demand and Supply Analysis and Advisory

• Collaborate with the Demand Planning team to understand demand patterns and fluctuations.

• Collaborate with Customer Service to understand order requirements.

• Review material plans based on changes in demand and production schedules.

• Generate purchase plans for materials based on demand/forecast results and Customer Service requirements.

• Collaborate with suppliers on material supply plans to ensure material availability for production.

• Provide material readiness information for Singapore-produced materials to the respective Customer Service team.

3. Inventory Management

• Monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels to meet overall deliverables such as LIFR%, Inventory Value, DOS, and DOH.

• Implement inventory control measures to minimize long-aging, excess, or obsolete stock.

What You Bring to the Role

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent tertiary qualification.

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in a similar role.

• Strong communication skills, with fluency in English; proficiency in Chinese is an advantage.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Appreciation for and ability to work effectively within diverse, multicultural environments.

Competencies Desired

• Proficiency in SAP.

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Comfortable working with manual reports and standardized templates.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements / Travel Requirements

• Working Conditions / Physical Requirements: Full Time, Hybrid work policy
• Travel Requirements: 0-5%

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: 2217