Sr. Manager Strategic Partnership SFP Products

Philip Morris International; Lausanne; On-site; CHF 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Philip Morris International in Lausanne seeks a Sr. Manager Strategic Partnership SFP Products to drive a win‑win collaboration between PMI and the Business Partner within the international commercialization of partner Smoke-Free product platforms.

You will liaise with cross‑functional teams and senior management to define the partnership strategy, manage projects from planning through execution, and monitor performance against contractual commitments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Innovation.
• Cross-region collaboration/engagement/negotiation/influencing experience.
• Strong thinking, consumer/market understanding, data analysis, problem solving and strategic planning.
• Excellent presentation and executive-level communication; Korean language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as main contact for Business Partner regarding portfolio, projects and contractual requirements.
• Contribute to SFP Innovation Strategy, Portfolio and Roadmap definition.
• Launch new products and follow through product life cycle, from planning to execution, including performance monitoring.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration and ensure delivery of partnership metrics and contractual obligations.

Skills

Cross-region collaboration

Critical thinking

Market & data analysis

Strategic planning

Product development

Innovation management

Executive communication

Korean language

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Innovation

Job description

At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’ve transformed our business and are building our future on one clear purpose—to deliver a smoke-free future.

With huge change comes huge opportunity. So, wherever 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.

We're looking for a Sr. Manager Strategic Partnership SFP Products in Lausanne to drive a win-win partnership between PMI and the Business Partner, within the international commercialization of partner Smoke-Free product (SFP) platforms.

Impact You'll Own

• Act as the main contact point for Business Partner regarding portfolio, projects and contractual requirements
• Contribute to SFP Innovation Strategy, Portfolio and Roadmap definition
• Launch new products and follow through product life cycle, from planning to execution, including performance monitoring

What You'll Do

• Ensure synergies with the Partner and PMI internally stakeholders
• Drive projects/workstreams execution across Partner and internal teams
• Engage with cross-functional teams, Senior Management and the Partner, ensuring effective communication across Organization layers
• Ensure delivery of partnership metrics (quarterly internal reporting, performance) and contractual obligations

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Innovation
• Demonstrated experience in cross-region collaboration/engagement/negotiation/influencing, internally and externally
• Critical Thinking, Consumer & Market Understanding/Research/Data Analysis, Problem Solving, Strategic Vision/Planning, Category & Portfolio Knowledge, Audience Segmentation, Product Development, Innovation Management
• Presentation and communication skills (written and verbal) at Executive level. Written and spoken Korean is an advantage.

What We Offer

Our success depends on the talented people who come to work every single day with a sense of purpose and an appetite for progress.

You will join a company that invests in you. We will support your growth as an employee through individual development and structured career management. You will join a dynamic, fast-paced work environment in a constantly evolving industry. Our employees have the courage, curiosity, and conviction to see possibilities where others only see challenges. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences make us stronger. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to creating a workplace where every individual feels welcomed, respected, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and provide reasonable accommodations to ensure an accessible recruitment process. If you need support or adjustments during your application, let us know—we’re here to help you succeed.

The Talent Acquisition Team at PMI will be grateful for CVs/Resumes to be submitted in English.

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