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The Associate Partnerships and Project Management Manager, APAC, will drive regional growth and strengthen Valvoline Global’s presence across Asia-Pacific by managing strategic partnerships, brand activations, and cross-functional projects that support business priorities. This role will oversee the development, negotiation, and execution of strategic partnership programs specific to APAC while ensuring the seamless management of regional marketing and business projects.
Job Responsibility:
Lead Partnership Strategy and Execution: Manage all regional partnership and sponsorship activities to support Valvoline’s brand and business goals across APAC
Project Management Leadership: Oversee regional strategic projects from initiation through completion
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with marketing, sales, digital, operations, and finance teams to align partnership and project strategies with broader business priorities
Agency and Vendor Management: Lead relationships with external agencies, vendors, and event partners
Measurement, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement: Develop reporting frameworks to measure partnership and project impact
Budget and Contract Oversight: Manage partnership and project budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and adherence to financial controls
Requirements:
Minimum 6–8 years of experience in partnerships, marketing, or project management roles
Experienced in regional / global roles, working across multiple time zones and diverse cultures
Proven track record in managing large-scale projects and strategic partnerships across multiple markets
Experience with sports sponsorship or sports marketing
Experience with contract negotiation, budget management, and stakeholder communications
Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification a plus
Cross-cultural experience across APAC strongly preferred
Nice to have:
Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification