About the job

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

Valvoline has a rewarding opportunity as a Partnerships and Project Management Manager, APAC. This is a hybrid opportunity, 2 days remote per week.

The Associate Partnerships and Project Management Manager, APAC, will drive regional growth and strengthen Valvoline Global’s presence across Asia-Pacific by managing strategic partnerships, brand activations, and cross-functional projects that support business priorities. This role will oversee the development, negotiation, and execution of strategic partnership programs specific to APAC while ensuring the seamless management of regional marketing and business projects.

As a key member of the APAC leadership team, this position will manage internal and external stakeholders to deliver business impact through collaboration, efficiency, and innovation. The role requires a balance of strategic thinking and operational excellence, ensuring that both partnership initiatives and projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in alignment with Valvoline’s global brand and business objectives.

How You Make an Impact (Job Accountabilities)

1. Lead Partnership Strategy and Execution: Manage all regional partnership and sponsorship activities to support Valvoline’s brand and business goals across APAC. Negotiate and manage contracts, oversee activation plans, and ensure consistent delivery of partnership value through strategic alignment and execution excellence.
2. Project Management Leadership: Oversee regional strategic projects from initiation through completion. Develop project charters, manage timelines and budgets, coordinate resources, and ensure timely delivery of key initiatives supporting brand, customer, and commercial objectives.
3. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with marketing, sales, digital, operations, and finance teams to align partnership and project strategies with broader business priorities. Facilitate clear communication and accountability across markets to drive operational excellence.
4. Agency and Vendor Management: Lead relationships with external agencies, vendors, and event partners to ensure deliverables are on time, on budget, and on brand. Define KPIs, monitor performance, and evaluate ROI to continuously optimize partnership effectiveness
5. Measurement, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement: Develop reporting frameworks to measure partnership and project impact. Provide quarterly and annual updates to the SVP of APAC and global leadership with insights and recommendations.
6. Budget and Contract Oversight: Manage partnership and project budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and adherence to financial controls. Oversee contract development, compliance, and renewals across APAC markets.

Primary Interactions - Internal and External

This role will report directly to the SVP of APAC, with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Senior Director for Brand Strategy based in Lexington. The incumbent will interact regularly with regional general managers, marketing leads, and functional heads across APAC. Externally, this role will collaborate with agency partners, vendors, and strategic business partners to ensure seamless partnership and project execution. The manager will also represent APAC in global partnership alignment meetings and contribute to the sharing of best practices across markets.

What You Bring to the Role

• Minimum 6–8 years of experience in partnerships, marketing, or project management roles.
• Experienced in regional / global roles, working across multiple time zones and diverse cultures.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale projects and strategic partnerships across multiple markets.
• Experience with contract negotiation, budget management, and stakeholder communications.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification a plus.
• Cross-cultural experience across APAC strongly preferred.

Competencies Desired

• Strategic Thinker: Ability to distil business goals into actionable partnership and project strategies.
• Project Management Expertise: Skilled in planning, scheduling, risk management, and resource allocation using project management tools and methodologies.
• Collaborator & Influencer: Builds trust and alignment across global and regional teams.
• Analytical & Results-Oriented: Uses data to evaluate effectiveness and drive decisions.
• Communication Excellence: Exceptional written and verbal skills across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working across multiple markets and time zones in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements / Travel Requirements

• Working Conditions / Physical Requirements: Standard office environment
• Travel Requirements: Up to 40% domestic and international travel may be required.

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: [email protected]

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.