Valvoline Global Operations · 17 hours ago
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expValvoline Global Operations is a pioneer in the automotive and industrial solutions industry, committed to innovation and sustainable solutions. The Vice President, Global Supply Chain will lead the strategic direction and performance of the company's end-to-end supply chain, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational excellence across global regions.
Oil & Energy
Responsibilities
Develop and execute global supply chain strategies aligned with business growth, EH&S standards, and operational excellence
Lead regional supply chain leaders across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC in driving standardization, performance, and global alignment
Partner with the COO and other executives to translate strategy into actionable supply chain models that support long-term success
Drive accountability and leadership development across a global team of 1,100+ employees
Integrate continuous improvement, ESG priorities, and risk mitigation into the global supply chain framework
Ensure alignment with Aramco expectations and governance by fulfilling corporate reporting requirements, supporting audits, and actively sharing supply chain best practices across Aramco-owned entities
Oversee global manufacturing, distribution, and warehousing operations to ensure efficiency, safety, quality, and customer service
Establish global operating standards and compliance frameworks while allowing for regional flexibility
Align capital investment strategies with network needs and business growth
Champion operational efficiency and automation in all facilities
Ensure a strong safety culture and compliance with internal and external standards
Advance warehouse operations using lean principles, 5S, and space optimization strategies to increase throughput and reduce cost
Lead global Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) to align forecasting, inventory, production, and logistics
Enhance demand planning capabilities through data analytics, collaborative processes, and system integration
Optimize transportation and delivery operations to balance service and cost
Manage global inventory strategy to support service reliability and working capital optimization
Promote cross-regional standardization and best-practice sharing in planning, logistics, and customer service execution
Leverage global scale to optimize resource allocation and infrastructure utilization
Drive digital enablement and integrated planning visibility across global functions
Establish global KPIs and accountability routines to drive operational excellence
Implement cost management practices across labor, materials, freight, and infrastructure
Lead annual and long-range planning for operational and capital investments
Partner with Finance to assess supply chain cost drivers and profitability levers
Guide business reviews to ensure alignment between regional execution and strategic goals
Lead development of global quality systems that ensure consistent product and service performance
Embed regulatory compliance and quality best practices across all supply chain functions
Champion continuous improvement and measurable operational gains
Institutionalize structured project governance and Lean tools (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping) to embed a continuous improvement culture
Partner with Engineering, R&D, and EHS to embed reliability into design and execution
Lead, coach, and develop a global supply chain leadership team and broader organization, fostering a high-performance, inclusive, and safety-focused culture
Establish workforce plans aligned with long-term strategy, including succession planning, skills development, and talent mobility
Promote cross-regional collaboration by identifying and facilitating best practice sharing, standard work, and operational learnings
Strengthen team capabilities across planning, logistics, manufacturing, and digital supply chain through functional depth and leadership development
Drive engagement through visible leadership, empowerment, and development-focused performance management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
15+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience in a global manufacturing context
Proven success leading large-scale operations across multiple international regions
Strong expertise in manufacturing, logistics, S&OP, and customer service
Deep knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP), analytics, and operational technologies
Exceptional financial acumen, with experience managing P&L impact and capital planning
Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
This role is based in a climate-controlled corporate office setting with regular engagement in global manufacturing and distribution facilities
Up to 40% international travel is required
The position involves extended periods of computer work, cross-functional collaboration, and occasional exposure to industrial environments, including noise, varying temperatures, and safety-regulated areas
As a global role, this position also requires flexibility in working across multiple time zones and participating in meetings with international teams outside of standard business hours
Preferred
MBA or advanced degree
Professional certifications (e.g., APICS CSCP or CPIM)
Benefits
Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
Health Savings Account (with employer base deposit and match)
Flexible spending accounts
Competitive 401(k) with generous employer base deposit and match
Incentive opportunity
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discounts
PTO Buy/Sell Options
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Company
Valvoline Global Operations
Valvoline™ Global is a worldwide leader in automotive and industrial solutions, creating future-ready products and best-in-class services for partners around the globe.
1001-5000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Jamal Muashsher
President and CEO
James Holms
Chief Financial Officer
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