Production & Warehousing Manager

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 Production & Warehouse Manager is responsible for overseeing all manufacturing and warehousing activities to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations. This role ensures production meets customer demand within agreed timelines, manages inventory accuracy, and optimizes warehouse processes. The position plays a key role in driving operational excellence, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement across both production and logistics functions.

Production Management

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee daily production activities to achieve output targets.
• Ensure production is carried out in line with quality standards, safety regulations, and company procedures.
• Monitor production KPIs and take corrective actions when performance deviates from targets.
• Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving for production issues.
• Collaborate with maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and minimal downtime.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, and quality standards (e.g., ISO, local regulatory requirements).

Warehouse Management

• Oversee all inbound and outbound warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Ensure accurate inventory control through regular cycle counts and stock reconciliations.
• Optimize warehouse layout and processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage relationships with transport providers to ensure on-time deliveries.

People Management

• Lead, train, and develop production and warehouse teams to achieve high performance.
• Plan staffing levels and shift patterns according to workload.
• Conduct performance appraisals and provide coaching and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and promote a zero incident culture.
• Proper cooperation with the departments of Maintenance & Engineering, Purchasing, HR, Scheduling/Planning, Shipping & Traffic, EH&
  
  Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean, 5S, and other continuous improvement initiatives across production and warehousing.
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste, increase productivity, and improve service levels.|
• Implement best practices for both manufacturing and logistics operations.
• Monitoring production costs, warehouse costs and managing budgets.

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Logistics, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 5–7 years of experience in a manufacturing & warehouse management role, ideally within a chemical, industrial, or automotive environment.
• Strong knowledge of operations, production planning, warehousing, safety, and logistics processes.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage schedules, and improve operational performance.
• Familiarity with ERP and warehouse management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong understanding of EHS and quality standards relevant to manufacturing and logistics.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Fluency in Dutch and in English preferred.

• Competencies Desired
• • Operational Excellence
  • Team Leadership
  • Results Orientation
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Safety & Compliance Awareness

This role is located on-site at the Dordrecht production facility. Work is primarily performed in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with regular exposure to industrial equipment, noise, and moving materials. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 kilograms as required. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory in designated areas.

Travel Requirements:

Minimal; occasional travel for training or cross-site coordination may be required.