Sr. Project and Change Manager

It All Starts with Our People

As the leader in automotive preventive maintenance, Valvoline has a proven track record of growth. We continue to invest in our people, processes, and technology to strengthen our ability to efficiently deliver Quick, Easy, Trusted service across all our stores – every day. We're not just in the car business; we're in the people business. And we're looking for humble, hungry, and smart people to help us shape the future of mobility. If you're hungry to drive change and seek a dynamic, collaborative environment that fuels both personal and professional growth, you've found your place with us.

Our highest priority is creating a diverse and welcoming workplace with team members from varied backgrounds and experiences. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Opportunity

Valvoline has a rewarding opportunity as a Sr. Project and Change Manager. In this role, you will help drive complex, strategic, cross-functional projects and lead organizational change initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional project management skills, change management expertise, and a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale initiatives in fast-paced environments.

How You'll Make a Difference

• Lead and oversee the end-to-end execution of complex, strategic projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, dependencies, and budgets.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, identifying key milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements.
• Utilize project management methodologies and tools to effectively manage project scope, risks, and dependencies.
• Regularly update stakeholders on project status, highlighting achievements, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Develop and implement change management strategies to facilitate the successful adoption of organizational changes resulting from projects and initiatives.
• Monitor and measure the effectiveness of change management and project management activities, iterating as necessary to drive desired outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across departments, including but not limited to operations, marketing, finance, communications, training, and IT.
• Other items as assigned.
  

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Minimum of eight years of experience in project and change management, with increasingly complex, cross-functional initiatives, preferably in the retail industry
• PMP, Prosci, or other relevant certifications in project management and change management
• Demonstrated expertise in project and change management principles, methodologies, and tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity in complex situations
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Proven leadership abilities, including experience leading and motivating cross-functional teams to achieve ambitious goals
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

We Take Care of the WHOLE You

• Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
• HSA and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k)
• Incentive opportunity*
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays*
• Employee Assistance Program
• Valvoline Instant Oil Change discounts
• Tuition reimbursement*
• Adoption assistance*

*Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on position.

Your Path to Valvoline

Valvoline provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Join us in revolutionizing the automotive aftermarket industry while enjoying competitive benefits, a supportive work culture, and opportunities for advancement. Apply now and become an integral part of our journey at Valvoline.

The Company endeavors to make its recruitment process accessible to any and all users. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to applicants with disabilities to facilitate equal opportunity throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please contact Human Resources at 1.833.VVV.Report or email ECC@valvoline.comto make a request for reasonable accommodation during any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. The contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.

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