Early-Career Territory Sales Lead – Central Region

Philip Morris International U.S.; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Philip Morris International U.S. is seeking an Early Careers Territory Sales Manager for the Central Region. You will own a business territory, build relationships with retail partners, analyze data, and implement strategies to drive growth in your market.

This role offers hands-on experience, leadership development, and exposure to cross-functional teams in a dynamic consumer goods environment. Ideal candidates are recent graduates or early-career professionals with up to two years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or expected prior to start date.
• Recent graduates or early career professionals with up to two years of experience are encouraged to apply.
• Interest in sales, consumer goods, retail operations, or commercial leadership.
• Leadership experience through internships, campus organizations, athletics, military service, volunteer work, or customer-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with retail partners and become a trusted business advisor.
• Support sales growth and execution within your assigned territory.
• Use sales and market data to identify opportunities and develop action plans.
• Present business recommendations and data-driven insights to customers.
• Execute merchandising, promotional, and visibility initiatives.
• Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and consumer insights.
• Ensure product availability, freshness, and in-store execution standards.
• Manage territory administration, reporting, expenses, and POS materials.
• Collaborate with commercial and marketing teams to support business goals.
• Develop leadership, communication, and customer management skills through real-world experience.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Analytical mindset

Microsoft Office

Sales mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Philip Morris International U.S. is seeking an Early Careers Territory Sales Manager for the Central Region. You will own a business territory, build relationships with retail partners, analyze data, and implement strategies to drive growth in your market.

This role offers hands-on experience, leadership development, and exposure to cross-functional teams in a dynamic consumer goods environment. Ideal candidates are recent graduates or early-career professionals with up to two years of