Sr. IT Project Manager

Valvoline Global

1d • Hybrid

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. 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 IT Project Manager leads the delivery of complex, cross-functional technology initiatives from concept through execution. This role is responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget while aligning with business objectives. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and strategic thinker who can effectively manage stakeholders, risks, and resources. This position plays a key role in driving operational excellence within the PMO.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in computer science, business or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

• PMP, Scrum Master or similar certifications desired.
• Familiarity with ServiceNow PPM, Jira, Microsoft Project, or similar project and portfolio management tools.
• Experience in all phases of project management from high level planning to execution to roll-out including change management, UAT and training.
• Experience managing a diverse team which may include remotes resources, third party consultants and MSPs. Responsible for vendor management including tracking costs and time.
• Strong team facilitator. Builds collaborative and productive teams.
• Comfortable with ambiguity. Flexibility in assignments and teams. Open to movement and change within the PMO.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Experience in defining, estimating, scheduling, updating and reporting project deliverables and resources in a detailed fashion using PM tools.
• Proven verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong time management skills

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of large, complex IT projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives
• Responsibilities include defining and analyzing requirements; developing/maintaining project plans and documentation; managing project budgets, forecasts, and financial tracking, including capital and expense oversight; managing quality through acceptance testing; and leading post project evaluation sessions.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with business and IT stakeholders; communicate project status, risks, and outcomes effectively.
• Lead and direct project team members and third-party resources by assigning/monitoring tasks and identifying/resolving issues to ensure all parties are on track with project requirements, deadlines and schedules. Lead cross-functional teams and third-party vendors, ensuring accountability and timely delivery of deliverables
• Strategic Planning: Support strategic planning and roadmap development for upcoming initiatives
• PMO Development: Develop and implement programs and project management methodology that is flexible, appropriately manages risk and leads to successful implementation of projects. Improve performance through optimized practices and processes. Contribute to PMO best practices, methodologies, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Other duties and responsibilities as determined by Valvoline from time to time in its sole discretion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior