Growth Enablement Manager - Western Europe

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. How You’ll Make An Impact The role of Manager, Growth Enablement is to lead a team focused on maximizing the sell through of Valvoline Family of Brands at installers, sub distributors, WD affiliates and branches. A core responsibility of this role is to help onboard, coach and mentor new-to-Valvoline team members and assist them in developing their career with Valvoline. Further the role is a vital liaison with strategic leaders at our partners, serving as a critical link between the field, customer and VGO.

• Oversees and enables team executing in-field support and sell through demand creation. Supports the team tasked with creating Valvoline lubricant and coolant demand with installers, affiliates, trading groups and sub distributors of WDs and Traditional Distributors via in-store visits, market visits, co visits with TD and WD representatives, and events (E.G. races, grand openings, conferences, exhibits). Ensures that all tasks are documented in Salesforce.
• Builds, develops and trains team members to assess and diagnose needs, deliver appropriate solutions to maximize Valvoline product growth and throughput.
• Liaisons with Sales Directors (dotted line report) to ensure alignment on commercial and marketing priorities and execution. Executes strategy and leads team to ensure consistent and high level execution.
• Ensures proper process and KPI compliance among the team. Focuses on leading AND lagging indicators.
• Assists in development of playbooks and training materials
• Ensures team is equipped, trained and accountable to evaluate market level insights and deliver them at the appropriate stakeholder level. (EG performance of a trade marketing program at a granular affiliate or installer level versus other benchmarks; respectfully challenges team and stakeholders to drive performance).
• Designs new program launch & support plans (ex. Onboarding new installer groups, new sub distributor onboarding, trade marketing promotions)
• Other duties and responsibilities as determined by Valvoline from time to time in its sole discretion.

What You’ll Need

• The ability to travel up to 75%

Education Required

• BA Degree preferred or equivalent experience

Experience Required

• Minimum of 0 to 3 years of people management experience
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of account ownership or business development experience Strong Training & People Development experience
• Familiarity with DIFM automotive/Workshop and/or heavy-duty market experience Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Working knowledge of SAP and Salesforce.com experience

What Will Set You Apart

• Alignment & Accountability
• Aligning & Executing Strategy: Planning & Driving
• Facilitating Change: Leading Execution & Execution Mindset
• Collaborative
• Conflict and Accountability
• Adaptability and resilience
• Drive Profitable Growth
• Organized & Detail oriented
• Decision Making
• Customer focus
• Creating Demand thru Insight
• Creating a High-Performance Culture
• High Impact Communication
• Mentoring / Coaching and Teaching Your Team
• Building Influential Partnerships
• Interpersonal Savvy
• Team player
• Business & Marketing Acumen
• Presentation skills & Stage presence

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:.

• Phone: 1-800-Valvoline
• Email: 1800valvoline@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. Requisition ID: 1229