Category Manager - Procurement US - Marketing & Sales

Philip Morris International U.S.; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 132,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Commuter benefits

Pet insurance

Generous paid time off

Incentive opportunities where applica

Job summary

Philip Morris International U.S. is seeking a seasoned procurement leader to drive sourcing for Marketing and Sales Support. You will align strategies with business priorities and lead supplier negotiations across a diverse vendor base.

You will partner with cross‑functional teams to deliver cost optimization, supplier governance, and risk mitigation, while upholding ethical sourcing and compliance in a global context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive procurement or strategic sourcing experience.
• Experience supporting Marketing, Sales Support, or related indirect spend categories.
• Strong analytical, commercial, project management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Marketing and Sales Support categories.
• Lead sourcing activities including RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, supplier evaluations, and contract negotiations.
• Negotiate commercial agreements that optimize value, service, innovation, and risk mitigation.
• Support contract lifecycle management and supplier governance.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships to optimize cost, quality, service, compliance, and innovation.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain a diverse supplier portfolio aligned with business goals.
• Partner with Marketing, Sales, Finance, Legal, and other cross‑functional teams.
• Understand business needs and develop procurement solutions that drive efficiency and value.
• Influence stakeholders through data‑driven recommendations and market intelligence.
• Deliver annual savings and value‑generation targets through strategic sourcing and spend optimization.
• Utilize spend analytics and market benchmarking to uncover new opportunities.
• Ensure supplier compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical sourcing standards.
• Identify and mitigate supply, operational, and contractual risks while maintaining strong service performance.
• Stay informed on market trends, supplier capabilities, and emerging industry practices.
• Monitor category and supplier performance through key metrics and KPIs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Project management

Communication skills

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Job description

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

Responsibilities

Category Strategy & Leadership

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Marketing and Sales Support categories.

Align procurement initiatives with business priorities and long‑term

Strategic Sourcing & Negotiations

Lead sourcing activities including category assessments, RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, supplier evaluations, and contract negotiations.

Negotiate commercial agreements that optimize value, service, innovation, and risk mitigation.

Support contract lifecycle management and supplier governance.

Supplier Management

Identify, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships to optimize cost, quality, service, compliance, and innovation.

Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.

Maintain a diverse supplier portfolio aligned with business goals.

Stakeholder Partnership

Partner with Marketing, Sales, Finance, Legal, and other cross‑functional teams.

Understand business needs and develop procurement solutions that drive efficiency and value.

Influence stakeholders through data‑driven recommendations and market intelligence.

Cost Optimization & Risk Management

Deliver annual savings and value‑generation targets through strategic sourcing and spend optimization.

Utilize spend analytics and market benchmarking to uncover new opportunities.

Ensure supplier compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical sourcing standards.

Identify and mitigate supply, operational, and contractual risks while maintaining strong service performance.

Market Intelligence & Reporting

Stay informed on market trends, supplier capabilities, and emerging industry practices.

Monitor category and supplier performance through key metrics and KPIs.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing, or a related field.

8+ years progressive procurement or strategic sourcing experience.

Experience supporting Marketing, Sales Support, or related indirect spend categories.

Proven success leading supplier negotiations and managing strategic supplier relationships.

Strong analytical, commercial, project management, and communication skills.

Ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate in a matrixed organization.

Global Organization Experience Preferred.

Base Salary Range: $132,000 - $165,000

PMIUS offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, wellness programs, commuter benefits, pet insurance, generous paid time off, and incentive opportunities where applicable.

Our Smart Work model provides workplace flexibility while fostering collaboration and innovation. You'll work alongside talented professionals, build new capabilities within a global organization, and contribute to PMI's mission of delivering better alternatives for adult smokers.

Philip Morris International's U.S. businesses employ more than 3,000 people nationwide and are committed to advancing a smoke-free future through innovation, investment, and responsible commercialization.

Philip Morris International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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