Future in Progress: Future Leaders Program

Break boundaries. Accelerate your leadership. Shape the future.

Lead your next chapter with vision, ambition, and the freedom to make a global impact at Rothmans, Benson & Hedges Inc. (“RBH”), Philip Morris International’s subsidiary in Canada. Drive transformation alongside world-class experts, champion innovation, and discover how far your leadership can take you.

About the Future in Progress: Future Leaders program

Our 36-month program is designed for bold thinkers and ambitious professionals ready to experiment, introduce new ideas, and lead change that spans borders. Through two high-impact rotations, you’ll create transformative solutions while learning from some of the brightest minds in the industry. As you progress, you’ll build strong connections with senior leadership and a vibrant alumni community, all committed to accelerating your development and amplifying your influence.

Your leadership journey

Your experience is built as a progression with high impact rotations designed to accelerate your leadership

1. First rotation

1. • Gain business fluency: Dive into PMI’s operations for a comprehensive understanding of our commercial landscape, ongoing transformation efforts, and key priorities.
   • Shape outcomes across functions: Work in partnership with diverse teams to address regional opportunities, developing approaches that drive progress.
   • Establish your leadership foundation: Own significant projects, sharpening your decision-making and stakeholder engagement skills.

2. Second rotation

1. • Develop cultural agility & a global mindset: Lead as you navigate business practices and regulatory environments—expanding your view as a leader across borders.
   • Deliver results on a scale: Take charge of bold, data-driven initiatives, turning ideas into measurable value in real-world, multicultural settings.
   • Inspire across teams: Motivate and empower teams, balancing local needs with PMI’s global direction, and creating lasting results in evolving markets.

What makes this program unique

• Influence the direction of a business with worldwide reach by presenting your work directly to executive leadership.
• Lead breakthrough initiatives with autonomy to challenge conventions, supported by mentorship from board-level executives.
• Build a cross-market reputation and a professional network that spans continents, disciplines, and leadership layers.
• Thrive in a culture that welcomes fresh perspectives, encourages experimentation, and supports your ambitions.
• Receive a market-leading compensation and benefits package that recognizes your expertise, initiative, and tangible achievements.

Who Can Apply?

We’re searching for accomplished, forward-thinking professionals who thrive in complexity, take ownership, and are eager to shape the future. To be eligible for the Future in Progress: Future Leaders Program, you should have:

• A master’s degree in business, business administration (MBA), economics, or a related field.
• No less than 6 years of post-graduation professional experience in a global organization, with exposure to diverse markets and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in English and the local language of the country where you’re applying.
• Legal right to work in the country of application (without sponsorship).
• Willingness and ability to relocate internationally and within your home market.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to apply business insights in decision-making.
• Proven ability to think strategically and solve complex challenges.
• Agility and resilience in fast-changing environments.
• Initiative to drive progress and propose bold ideas.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working across functions.

Experience with:

• Commercial & Trade Strategy Deployment: Translates brand and commercial strategy into effective trade activation plans across channels, ensuring in‑market excellence and consistency.
• Activation Planning & In‑Store Execution Excellence: Leads PPOSM/TPOSM deployment, staging, and consumer engagement initiatives to drive visibility, conversion, and retailer execution quality.
• Cross‑Functional Coordination & Stakeholder Management: Acts as a bridge between Marketing, Sales, Commercial Deployment, and external partners to ensure seamless execution.
• Investment Effectiveness & Performance Analysis: Manages trade budgets, tracks KPIs (including digital KPIs), and provides insights to optimize ROI and commercial impact.
• Operational & Project Leadership: Plans, monitors, and controls trade initiatives and service providers using structured project management principles.

Program Details

• Start Date: October 2026
• Duration: 36 months
• Location: Toronto, Ontario
• This posting refers to an actual vacancy

What We Offer:

• A collaborative environment where you can grow and innovate
• Flexible working options
• Health & wellness programs
• A diverse, inclusive culture where everyone belongs

Annual Salary starts at: $123,180 CAD + full benefits
RBH is officially certified as a Great Place to Work.

Equity & Inclusion

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, ancestry, color, religion, marital/family status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, immigrant/newcomer status, age, citizenship, or disability.

Use of AI in Recruitment

We use artificial intelligence software to support the sorting and organization of applications. The software does not autonomously reject candidates; all applications involve human review.
For accommodations during the recruitment process: AODA.RBH@rbhinc.ca

 Learn more about RBH:

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Where will your ambition take you next?

Apply now to the Future Leaders Program and help shape what comes next at PMI.