Position Title:  ITP Forensics Analyst

ITP Forensic Analyst – Owensboro, KY

Be a part of a revolutionary change! 

At Philip Morris International (PMI), we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future. 

With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, if 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. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.  

Your ‘day to day’:

The Analyst ITP Forensics role exists to support the organization’s efforts in combating illicit trade through systematic sample analysis, data entry, and reporting. This role ensures the integrity of anti-illicit trade efforts by maintaining accurate records, facilitating chemical analysis, and contributing to internal reporting and decision-making processes.

The Analyst ITP Forensics is responsible for inspecting and analyzing product samples to determine its authenticity. They enter sample data into the ITEMS system, including product details, counterfeit indicators, and photos. The Analyst logs and tracks sample outcomes and contributes to regular reporting to support decision-making. They also create summary slide decks for test purchases and, when needed, coordinate with the QA lab to facilitate chemical analysis and compile results. Additionally, they ensure proper sample retention in line with department policy. These responsibilities involve executing tasks, consulting with lab teams, and supporting broader anti-illicit trade efforts.

The Analyst supports anti-illicit trade efforts by processing and analyzing approximately 20–50 product samples per week. This includes entering detailed data regarding the events, samples and their characteristics into the system, maintaining photographic records, storing event related documentation, tracking authenticity determinations and case progress. The role contributes to regular internal reporting and supports the creation of 5–10 analysis summary presentations weekly. The Analyst also coordinates with the internal QA lab for chemical testing and ensures proper sample retention in compliance with departmental policy. The position interacts with multiple internal teams and systems, playing a key role in maintaining the integrity of product authenticity assessments across regional operations.

Who we’re looking for:

• Education:
  A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Criminal Justice, Business, Data Analytics, Forensic Science, or a related discipline is preferred but not required.
  
  
• Experience:
  6 months to 1 year of relevant experience in operations, logistics, or analytical support roles. Exposure to data entry, reporting, or product handling in a professional setting is beneficial
  
  
• Knowledge & Skills:
• Familiarity with data systems or operational platforms (e.g., ITEMS or similar tools)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify patterns or anomalies
• Basic understanding of counterfeit detection or product authentication processes is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective verbal and written communication, including presentation skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

What we offer  

• We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, incredible wellness benefits, commuter benefits, pet insurance, generous PTO, and much more!  
• We have implemented Smart Work, a hybrid model of working that promotes flexibility in the workplace. 
• Seize the freedom to define your future and ours. We’ll empower you to take risks, experiment and explore.
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone’s contribution is respected; Collaborate with some of the world’s best people and feel like you belong.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our staggering size and scale provides endless opportunities to progress.
• Take pride in delivering our promise to society: To improve the lives of millions of smokers.

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

PMI is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., and its U.S. affiliates have more than 2,300 employees.  

PMI has been an entirely separate company from Altria and Philip Morris USA since 2008. PMI’s affiliates first entered the U.S. market following the company’s acquisition of Swedish Match in late 2022. Philip Morris International and its U.S. affiliates are working to deliver a smoke-free future. Since 2008, PMI has invested $12.5 billion globally to develop, scientifically substantiate and commercialize innovative smoke-free products for adults who would otherwise continue to smoke with the goal of transitioning legal-age consumers who smoke to better alternatives. In 2022, PMI acquired Swedish Match – a leader in oral nicotine delivery – creating a global smoke-free champion led by the IQOS and ZYN brands. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has authorized versions of PMI’s IQOS electronically heated tobacco devices and Swedish Match’s General snus as Modified Risk Tobacco Products and renewal applications for these products are presently pending before the FDA. For more information, please visit www.pmi.com/us and www.pmiscience.com.