Director, Quality & Operational Excellence

Why Valvoline Global Operations

At Valvoline Global Operations were proud to be The Original Motor Oil but weve never rested on being first. Founded in 1866 we introduced the worlds 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 worlds 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 isnt just about where we began; its about where were headed and how well lead the way. We are originality in motion.

Our corporate valuesCare Integrity Passion Unity and Excellenceare 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 youll become part of a culture that celebrates creativity innovation and excellence. Together were shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions.

Our new Global Headquarters is coming to downtown Cincinnati in spring 2027 and were growing our team. Join us at the beginning of an exciting new chapter and help shape the future of Valvoline Global. This position is an on-site position in Cincinnati OH with 4 days in the office and 1 day remote

How Youll Make an Impact

The Director Quality & Operational Excellence leads the global strategy governance operating rhythm and capability development for Quality and Operational Excellence within the Supply Chain Center of Excellence. This role provides enterprise leadership across Global Quality Third-Party Quality Quality Systems Operational Excellence TRACC deployment Lean Six Sigma / A3 methodology KPI governance and quality performance visibility. The position partners with regional supply chain leaders plant managers quality leaders the Planning COE Engineering R&D / Technical IT Procurement and Operations to improve quality execution reduce risk strengthen global standardization and drive measurable performance improvement. This role provides global standards governance visibility capability-building and improvement systems while regional and site teams retain accountability for daily quality and operational execution.

Responsibilities Include

• Develop and govern the Global Quality OGSM operating model leadership cadence regional interfaces escalation paths and accountability expectations. Ensure Global Quality supports the VGO Quality Policy of Customer First High Quality and Continuous Improvement through clear standards governance visibility and capability support.
• Establish and maintain the Quality measurement system including site / regional performance scorecards Global Quality OGSM execution scorecards and TRACC maturity assessments. Standardize KPI definitions ownership targets reporting cadence and leadership review routines.
• Lead Operational Excellence strategy through TRACC Lean Six Sigma A3 methodology best practice networks Gemba routines and maturity assessments. Ensure OpEx supports Quality and Operations by converting gaps into structured improvement actions and sustainable process improvements.
• Provide business leadership for GQMS GQIA vLIMS visibility Power BI scorecards dashboards and workflow tools. Partner with IT Engineering Data Analytics and Systems teams to define Quality business requirements for digital data AI reporting and system capabilities.
• Lead global supplier and third-party quality governance through TPRP supplier quality performance SCAR governance supplier accountability leaker review QAVs and customer / OEM requirement alignment.
• Partner with Technical / R&D Operations Plant Quality OpEx and Engineering to improve manufacturing quality performance. Support Blend First Pass site recipe feedback lab / plant data visibility formulation feedback loops deviation learning and best practice replication.
• Provide leadership for global quality audit readiness including ISO 9001 IATF 16949 customer audits supplier audits internal reviews and QMS observation programs. Ensure audit findings are translated into sustainable corrective actions and governance improvements.
• Lead and develop direct reports across Global Quality Third-Party Quality Quality Systems and Operational Excellence. Build alignment across regional quality leaders site teams Operations Planning COE Engineering R&D IT Procurement and EHS. Communicate progress risks and support needs through leadership reviews and COO updates.
• Perform other responsibilities as outlined by Valvoline Global Operations as required.

What Youll Need

• Bachelors degree required in Engineering Chemistry Quality Management Supply Chain Operations Management Business Industrial Engineering or a related technical or business discipline.
• Advanced degree preferred including an MBA masters degree in Engineering Supply Chain Operations Quality or a related field.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in quality manufacturing supply chain operational excellence continuous improvement or operations leadership. Experience should include global or multi-region leadership; manufacturing quality systems; ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 environments; supply chain operations; Operational Excellence / Lean Six Sigma; TRACC or similar operating system deployment; supplier / third-party quality governance; quality systems scorecards KPI governance plant operations support matrix leadership and executive communication.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Black Belt or Master Black Belt; Certified Quality Engineer; Certified Manager of Quality / Organizational Excellence; ISO 9001 Lead Auditor; IATF 16949 knowledge or certification; TRACC / Operational Excellence assessment experience; APICS / CSCP or other supply chain certification; PMP or project management certification.
• Ability to translate data into executive-level insights decisions risks and action plans.
• Experience building dashboards scorecards and management review processes including defining business requirements for digital data AI and system capabilities.
• Strong matrix leadership communication coaching facilitation executive presentation and change-management skills.
• Ability to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Working Conditions / Physical Requirements: Office laboratory and production environments. May require working outside regular business hours to accommodate global time zones. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The role is expected to model safe behaviors support safety-first decision-making and reinforce quality and operational excellence practices that protect employees customers suppliers and the business in accordance with Valvoline corporate EHS policies site safety requirements RC14001 expectations where applicable and local regulatory standards.
• Travel Requirements: Up to 40% travel including approximately 35% overnight travel.
• Position needs to sit in Cincinnati OH and will be 4 days in the office and one day remote.

Benefits That Drive Themselves

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*
*Terms and conditions apply and benefits may differ depending on position or tenure

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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 were 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: 2648