New Product Introduction Manager - Owensboro KY

Be a part of a revolutionary change!

At Philip Morris International (PMI), we've chosen to do something incredible. We're totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose - to deliver a smoke-free future.

With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, if you join us, you'll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.

The New Product Introduction Manager leads purchasing activities to ensure the successful launch of new consumer products. This role focuses on securing packaging and ingredient materials on time and within budget. The manager works closely with Product Development, Marketing, Operations, and Quality Assurance teams to support smooth manufacturing scale-up and efficient product rollouts.

This position sits with our Swedish Match affiliate.

Your 'day to day'

Procurement & Cost Management

• Source and purchase materials for new product launches.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times to meet budget and timeline goals.
• Monitor market trends and implement cost-saving strategies without compromising quality.
• Prepare cost analysis reports for new product introductions.

Project Leadership

• Act as Purchasing lead on new product development teams, ensuring alignment with timelines.
• Coordinate with internal teams and suppliers on packaging design and raw material requirements.
• Resolve issues related to material specifications and availability.

Supplier & Quality Management

• Qualify new suppliers for packaging and ingredient needs.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers to ensure reliability and quality.
• Ensure all purchased materials meet regulatory, safety, and quality standards.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to validate certifications and compliance documentation.

Who we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing or project management, ideally within consumer goods or food manufacturing.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management expertise.
• Familiarity with packaging materials and ingredient sourcing is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) and ERP systems; experience with DynFO preferred.

Key Competencies

• Exceptional project management skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and manage multiple priorities.

Annual Base Salary Range: $ 112, 500 - $150, 000

What's 'nice to have'

Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (required)

What we offer

• We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, and much more!

• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We'll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.

• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone's contribution is respected; Collaborate with some of the world's best people and feel like you belong.

• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business - our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.

• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: To improve the lives of millions of smokers.

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PMI is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., and its U.S. affiliates have more than 2, 300 employees.

PMI has been an entirely separate company from Altria and Philip Morris USA since 2008. PMI's affiliates first entered the U.S. market following the company's acquisition of Swedish Match in late 2022.Philip Morris International and its U.S. affiliates are working to deliver a smoke-free future. Since 2008, PMI has invested $12.5 billion globally to develop, scientifically substantiate and commercialize innovative smoke-free products for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke with the goal of transitioning legal-age consumers who smoke to better alternatives. In 2022, PMI acquired Swedish Match - a leader in oral nicotine delivery - creating a global smoke-free champion led by the IQOS and ZYN brands. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized versions of PMI's IQOS electronically heated tobacco devices and Swedish Match's General snus as Modified Risk Tobacco Products and renewal applications for these products are presently pending before the FDA. For more information, please visit www.pmi.com/us and www.pmiscience.com .

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