Blending Manager – Tobacco Manufacturing
Would you like to work in an international Fortune 500 company (Top Employer 2025 award winner) where individual development is of paramount importance? Do you believe in our vision of a smoke-free future? Apply now for the position of Blending Manager – Tobacco Manufacturing (Official title: Manager Leaf Blending).
THE ORGANISATION
Philip Morris is one of the world’s largest international tobacco companies, with more than 82,700 employees worldwide. Our employees speak more than 80 languages and come from all regions of the world. We have 50 production facilities worldwide and our products are sold in more than 180 countries.
At Philip Morris, we strive for a future where smoking is a thing of the past and we are all committed to make this reality as soon as possible. Our vision is clear: to lead the transformation of our industry by fully focusing our efforts, energy and resources to offering better, smoke-free alternatives for adults who otherwise continue to smoke. We are determined to change the world for the better and change to the benefit of all adult smokers and society at large.
We believe in the following values.
Innovation | Integrity | Excellent Execution | Collaboration | Responsibility
THE OPPORTUNITY
In this role, you are accountable for the end-to-end management of leaf blending operations, ensuring consistent product quality, cost efficiency, and operational reliability across affiliate and manufacturing environments. You translate blend strategies, formulas, and material plans into executable, compliant outcomes while managing complexity across multiple products, markets, and supply scenarios.
You operate as the operational owner of blending performance, using data, analytics, and KPIs to drive decision-making, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement. Acting as a key interface between affiliates, manufacturing centers, and global stakeholders, you ensure alignment, transparency, and execution excellence.
As a people manager, you lead and develop a team of blending professionals, embedding a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement in line with PMI standards and values.
Responsibilities of the role:
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Own and manage leaf blending operations for conventional and combustible products across affiliates
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Ensure accurate execution of blend formulas, bills of material, and tobacco material codes
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Lead blend maintenance activities, including stock positioning, inventory optimization, and waste reduction
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Monitor blending performance through KPIs and dashboards, enabling data-driven decisions and predictive risk management
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Utilize Excel and Power BI to analyze trends, forecast impacts, and improve operational efficiency
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Coordinate closely with PMI Manufacturing Centers, maintaining structured communication and oversight of ongoing and new initiatives
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Drive cross-functional collaboration with supply chain, quality, planning, and global stakeholders
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Ensure compliance with PMI specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
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Lead, coach, and develop a team of blending professionals, setting clear objectives and performance expectations
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Promote a culture of continuous improvement, integrity, and operational excellence across affiliate operations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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Proven experience in leaf blending, tobacco operations, or supply chain environments within a regulated manufacturing context
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5+ years of relevant experience in tobacco, blending, inventory management, or related operational roles
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Demonstrated people management experience, including direct reports
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Strong understanding of blend formulas, bills of material, stock management, and inventory optimization
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Advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI or similar analytics tools is a strong plus
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Experience working in multinational, cross-functional environments
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Solid background in quality, compliance, and process improvement
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Structured, analytical, and hands-on leadership style with strong stakeholder management skills
RISE TO THE CHALLENGE
You will join a dynamic, international and fast-paced work environment in a rapidly evolving industry and will interact with different levels of experience and expertise across the Company. We offer a contract with a competitive salary commensurate to the professional experience.
Our company offers you a fresh perspective. Here, you will never stop exploring and discovering. We take on-the-job learning to another level, giving you every opportunity to develop your career and reach your full potential. This position will advance your experience with innovative technologies, services, and processes. Backed by a competitive salary and compensation package, you will work in a professional setting with clients and team members from all over the world.
