Senior Paralegal, Procurement

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.

Valvoline Global Operations Headquarters is located in Lexington, KY. We prefer local candidates willing to work an in‑office work schedule (3 days per week).
* We're also open to candidates working in a remote capacity.

The Senior Paralegal, Procurement, supports Valvoline Global’s legal, contractual, and compliance functions, primarily for procurement‑related initiatives across North America (U.S. and Canada), with occasional involvement in global matters. Reporting to the Associate Counsel – North America, this role plays a vital part in ensuring the efficient execution of procurement contracts and legal operations that underpin Valvoline’s sourcing, services, and vendor management activities.

Working under general supervision, the Senior Paralegal manages a diverse range of legal assignments—ranging from routine to moderately complex—and serves as a key point of contact for procurement‑related contract matters. This includes drafting and negotiating agreements, engaging with stakeholders to align legal terms with business objectives, and providing timely legal advice to support business execution. The role requires independent judgment, the ability to manage competing priorities, and a proactive mindset to identify legal risks and efficiency opportunities.

While guided by departmental policies and senior legal leadership, the Senior Paralegal may regularly interact with outside counsel, contributes to the refinement of legal templates and processes, and supports continuous improvement efforts within the legal function. This position does not have supervisory responsibilities but may mentor interns or assist less experienced staff when needed.