Early Careers Territory Sales Manager- Great Lakes Region

Philip Morris International

Posted 18 days ago

Full Time

Strongsville, Ohio

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Territory Sales Manager will own a business territory, build relationships with retail partners, and execute sales strategies to drive growth. They are responsible for analyzing market data, managing territory administration, and ensuring product availability and in-store execution standards.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's degree and up to two years of professional experience, with a strong interest in sales, business development, or consumer goods. You possess leadership experience and demonstrated initiative, resilience, and problem-solving abilities.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Microsoft Office Suite

Sales Data Analysis

Negotiation

Strategic Planning

Customer Relationship Management

Job Description

Early Careers Territory Sales Manager – Great Lakes Region  

Be a Part of a Revolutionary Change 

At PMI U.S., we're transforming an industry and building our future around one clear purpose: delivering a smoke-free future. 

We're looking for ambitious, curious, and driven early career talent ready to make an impact from day one. As a Territory Sales Manager, you'll gain hands-on business experience, take ownership of a territory, build customer relationships, and develop the commercial and leadership skills needed for a successful career. 

This opportunity sits within our Swedish Match affiliate, home to category-leading brands including ZYN nicotine pouches. 

About the Opportunity 

As an Early Careers Territory Sales Manager, you won't spend your days behind a desk. You'll own a business territory, partner directly with retail customers, analyze sales data, and execute strategies that drive growth in your market. 

You'll learn how consumer products are brought to life in the marketplace while developing skills in sales, relationship management, negotiation, business analytics, and strategic planning. 

Location: Great Lakes (U.S.) 
Candidates selected for this opportunity will be hired into PMI U.S.'s Great Lakes Region and placed into a specific sales territory based on business needs. Territory assignments are typically located in or near major metropolitan markets. Final placement details will be shared prior to the start date. Candidates should be open to relocation within the region. 

Opportunities may be located in:

WisconsinIllinoisIndianaMichiganOhioKentuckyWest Virginia

Your Day-to-Day 

  • 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 fact-based 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 point-of-sale materials. 

  • Collaborate with commercial and marketing teams to support business goals. 

  • Develop leadership, communication, and customer management skills through real-world experience. 

Who We're Looking For 

  • Bachelor's degree required or expected prior to start date. 

  • Recent graduates or early career professionals with up to two years of professional experience are encouraged to apply. 

  • Interest in sales, business development, account management, consumer goods, retail operations, or commercial leadership. 

  • Leadership experience through internships, campus organizations, athletics, military service, volunteer work, retail, hospitality, or other customer-facing roles. 

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills. 

  • Demonstrated initiative, resilience, and problem-solving ability. 

  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make recommendations. 

  • Ability to prioritize, manage multiple responsibilities, and work independently. 

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. 

  • Must reside within or be willing to relocate to the assigned territory. 

  • Legally authorized to work in the United States. 

Annual Base Salary $68,000   

What Will Make You Successful 

  • A passion for learning and continuous improvement. 

  • Confidence engaging with customers and building relationships. 

  • Curiosity to understand business challenges and identify solutions. 

  • Strong ownership mentality and willingness to take initiative. 

  • Desire to build a long-term career within a growing organization. 

About PMI U.S. 

Philip Morris International's U.S. businesses are working to advance a smoke-free future by providing better alternatives to legal-age adults who smoke. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, PMI U.S. employs more than 3,000 people nationwide, with manufacturing facilities in Aurora, Colorado; Owensboro, Kentucky; and Wilson, North Carolina. Learn more at www.uspmi.com. 

Philip Morris International (PMI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PMI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. PMI is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities 

References to "PMI" mean the Philip Morris International family of companies. "PMI U.S.," "we," "our," and "us" refer to one or more PMI U.S. businesses. 

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Philip Morris International

Philip Morris International (PMI) is a leading international consumer goods company working to deliver a smoke-free future and evolving its portfolio for the long term to include products outside of the tobacco and nicotine sector. Since 2008, PMI has invested more than USD 15 billion to develop, scientifically substantiate and commercialize innovative smoke-free products for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke, with the goal of completely ending the sale of cigarettes. In November 2022, PMI acquired Swedish Match – a leader in oral nicotine delivery – creating a global smoke-free champion led by the companies’ IQOS and ZYN brands. As of Q2 2025, PMI's smoke-free products were available for sale in 97 markets and smoke-free products accounted for approximately 41% of net revenues. With a strong foundation and significant expertise in life sciences, PMI announced in February 2021 its ambition to expand into wellness and healthcare areas and aims to enhance life through the delivery of seamless health experiences. For more information, please visit www.pmi.com and www.pmiscience.com. Our priority is to attract, support and keep with us diverse and unique individuals. Our global workforce of more than 69,000 people is one of our greatest strengths and the key to our success as a company. Our employees speak more than 80 languages and come from all corners of the world. PMI has also been certified as a “Global Top Employer” for the seventh consecutive year, in recognition of the high standards of excellence in our working environment and the exceptional development opportunities we offer. If you come into our offices or meet our people, you will quickly realize that at PMI everyone has the opportunity to make a difference and build phenomenal careers.
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