Manager Corporate Strategy

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.

Careers for the Driven

The Manager, Corporate Strategy & Business Development supports the strategic and investment planning agenda of the Lubes Business Management (LBM) organization within the Aramco ecosystem. Reporting to the Senior Director, LBM, this role plays a key part in shaping and executing growth initiatives across the lubricants value chain, including Base Oil, Retail, and M&A. The Manager is responsible for leading business case development, coordinating strategic alignment sessions, and supporting corporate and shareholder planning cycles. Working cross-functionally with internal teams and external stakeholders, this role ensures business development efforts are aligned with Valvoline Global’s strategic objectives and communicated effectively across governance platforms

Role & Responsibilities:

Project Approvals & Business Case Development

• Coordinate the preparation and submission of capital project waivers, scopes, and justifications, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and the established investment framework.
• Validate project assumptions through engagement with internal and external stakeholders; provide clarifications and drive timely closure of follow-up actions.
• Support the development of robust, data-driven business cases and investment justifications to inform executive decision-making.

Annual Business Planning & Investment Strategy Support

• Assist in the development and timely submission of the Annual Business Plan and Investment Plan, ensuring full integration with corporate objectives.
• Design, organize, and facilitate cross-functional strategy alignment sessions, fostering consensus and strategic clarity among key stakeholders.
• Prepare and manage content for strategic planning workshops, accurately documenting outcomes and actionable next steps.

Business Development Initiatives & Integration

• Lead targeted business development initiatives across key growth areas, including Base Oils, Retail operations, and M&A opportunities.
• Identify and implement operational improvements and process enhancements in support of M&A integration, retail efficiency, and broader business workflows.
• Coordinate updates and deliverables for downstream transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with overall business development goals.

Market Intelligence & Reporting

• Manage the collection, synthesis, and analysis of market intelligence, competitor benchmarking, and macroeconomic trends to guide strategic initiatives.
• Coordinate the issuance of periodic business insight reports in collaboration with functional stakeholders, ensuring insights are timely and actionable.

Executive Engagement & Communication

• Support the preparation of high-impact presentation materials and manage action-item tracking for executive engagements, including Aramco gating forums (DEC, DISC, GEC, GIC).
• Draft executive briefing notes and shareholder communications, ensuring all follow-ups are addressed promptly and effectively.

Governance & Audit Coordination

• Lead coordination and execution of ISD and internal audit requirements, including planning, stakeholder alignment, and on-site facilitation.
• Partner with internal departments and external entities to gather critical inputs, align on timelines, and ensure seamless execution of strategic deliverables.

Note: Additional responsibilities may be assigned by Valvoline Global at its discretion.

What Sets You Apart:

• 7-8 years of work experience in a similar function and industry
• Good English language skills both verbally and written
• Arabic Speaker would be a plus
• Ability to collaborate and engage with senior leadership.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills

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.