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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.
How You’ll Make an Impact
VGO Growth Office is in charge to enable and unlock long term market share acceleration for Valvoline, of which the Global Business Development team will take lead on identifying, nurturing and capturing Inorganic expansion opportunities both independently and in synergy with the broader Aramco Downstream organization. This Business Development lead role and its team will lead our inorganic expansion strategy execution starting with the idea origination all the way to new acquisition integration, focusing on deeply understanding key strategic markets and segments building a strong pipeline of inorganic opportunities, identifying, developing, and co-leading M&A, equity investment, and joint venture opportunities in partnership with corporate development and key functional and business stakeholders.
Responsibilities Include
* Mergers and Acquisitions Strategy: Partner with corporate development, VLT members and regional leaders to implement a comprehensive M&A strategy that aligns with the companys growth objectives, leading the identification of potential acquisition targets and opportunities within the commercial space.
* Origination: Have in-depth understanding and market analysis of the priority and opportunistic markets and segments in VGO inorganic expansion strategy, landing on a clear roadmap to be executed in 25-28 timeframe to deliver against those targets.
* Engagement: (i) Build healthy pipeline of M&A targets spanning across priority and opportunistic markets and segments, and in full alignment to VGO inorganic expansion assessment criteria. (ii) Build strong connection and relationships with VGO functions and regions involved as well as target management teams.
* Evaluation/negotiation: (i) Acquisition targets evaluation through detailed and structured due diligence in full collaboration with corporate development and leading the commercial, strategic, and synergistic fronts towards fully identifying strategic fit, synergy value and integration brainstorming. (ii) Support corporate development on the deal negotiation providing an updated strategic and commercial outlook of the opportunity and utilizing relationships developed.
* Integration: Lead integration plans development including business plan, organizational structure and talent, strategic roadmaps, and synergy realization, leading cross-functional teams to set up the structure to deliver against the deal principles driving operational efficiencies.
* Full alignment to Aramco inorganic activity: Seamlessly integrate VGO to SAO led transactions towards maximizing synergy creation, minimizing dis-synergy and ensuring SAO lubricants strategy as a key pillar for integration and operational planning. Developing strong partnerships within Aramco teams and functions will be a key trait for success.
* Growth Ideas Id.: Identify, Validate and Partner with Regions to develop growth opportunities (i.e. expansion of portfolio into new markets, shift from JV to wholly owned, etc).
What You’ll Need
* Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, or a related field (Masters degree preferred).
What Will Set You Apart
* Highlight preferred qualifications, such as additional skills, experiences, or certifications that would make candidates more competitive.
* Proven experience in a similar role with a strong emphasis on commercial aspects of mergers and acquisitions.
* Exceptional financial analysis and modeling skills.
* Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
* In-depth knowledge of M&A processes and legal requirements.
* Demonstrated ability to develop and execute successful M&A strategies.
* Strong leadership and project management skills.
* Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
* Ability to lead and influence a cross-functional and diverse team.
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.
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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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