Procurement Analyst Senior

Valvoline Global•Lexington, KY

About The Position

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. The Senior Procurement Analyst, Logistics is responsible for supporting transportation procurement strategy, cost governance, and logistics operations through detailed analysis, reporting, and cross-functional coordination. This role ensures freight rates remain competitive with market conditions, carrier performance meets service expectations, and logistics operations are supported with accurate, timely, and actionable data. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical capabilities with a working understanding of day-to-day logistics operations, enabling effective collaboration with carriers, brokers, internal operations teams, and finance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
3+ years of experience in procurement, logistics, transportation or supply chain
Advanced Proficiency in Excel
Sourcing, contract negotiation and carrier management
Understanding of freight procurement processes and logistics operations
Experience with TMS and procurement platforms
Detail oriented with ability to manage multiple projects and approval workflows
Problem-solving and decision-making under time or cost restraints
Results-oriented with a focus on service and cost optimization
Adaptability in fast paced, evolving logistics environment
Ability to travel up to 10%

Nice To Haves

SAP knowledge is a plus

Responsibilities

Analyze transportation spend across modes including truckload (TL), less-than-truckload (LTL), intermodal, rail, and parcel, as applicable
Monitor freight rates against external market benchmarks (e.g., DAT, Market Rate IQ) to ensure alignment with defined pricing thresholds
Support carrier sourcing activities, including RFPs, mini-bids, and contract renewals
Review carrier contracts, rate sheets, and accessorial structures to ensure compliance and cost control
Identify cost variances, overcharges, and savings opportunities; support corrective actions such as rebates or pricing adjustments
Assist with freight invoice review and audit processes to ensure accuracy and adherence to contracted rates
Partner with operations teams to support daily freight execution and service continuity
Analyze operational performance metrics such as on-time pickup/delivery, tender acceptance, dwell time, detention, and demurrage
Support issue resolution related to service failures, billing discrepancies, and carrier performance concerns
Maintain accurate transportation data within the TMS and related systems
Assist with operational process improvements that enhance efficiency, service levels, and cost performance
Support peak season planning and volume forecasting from a transportation capacity perspective
Prepare performance reports for leadership and key stakeholders
Develop lane-level, carrier-level, and mode-level analyses to support decision-making
Translate complex datasets into clear insights, trends, and recommendations
Maintain dashboards and tracking tools to monitor spend, service, and compliance metrics
Work closely with logistics operations, procurement, finance, and accounting teams
Support communication with carriers, brokers, and third-party logistics providers
Provide data-driven insights to leadership to support procurement and operational decisions