Position Title:  Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist (Manufacturing)

Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist (Manufacturing)

At PMI U.S., we are building a modern nicotine business—focused on helping make a future without cigarettes a reality in America. As the U.S. businesses of Philip Morris International, we are investing in new products, science, and capabilities to provide the approximately 25 million legal‑age adults who still smoke with better alternatives.    

Our approach is rooted in innovation, responsible marketing, and a growing U.S. footprint that spans manufacturing, technology, and commercial operations across the country.    

That creates real opportunity. You’ll have the space to take ownership, develop new ideas, and contribute to work that is shaping our business and the category. We’re looking for people who are curious, collaborative, and motivated by progress—because the scale of what we’re building creates room to grow in different directions.    

About the Role

At Philip Morris International (PMI), we're transforming our business to deliver a smoke-free future. This transformation requires talented professionals who can turn data into insights, drive performance, and influence strategic decision-making. As a Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Specialist (Manufacturing) based at our Wilson, NC manufacturing facility, you will play a critical role in supporting financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term business planning.

In this role, you will partner closely with Finance, Operations, and cross-functional stakeholders to lead financial planning and forecasting activities, monitor business performance, evaluate strategic investments, and provide actionable insights that support operational excellence. Your expertise will help drive productivity improvements, cost optimization initiatives, and informed decisions that contribute to PMI's continued success and transformation journey.

Your Day-to-Day

• Support the development and execution of Strategic Plans and Long-Range Plans, ensuring alignment with business objectives, operational priorities, and key performance indicators.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes by collecting, validating, and consolidating operational and financial inputs from multiple stakeholders.
• Analyze manufacturing performance, operating costs, and productivity metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor and track cost-saving initiatives, productivity programs, and continuous improvement projects, providing regular updates on results and business impact.
• Perform variance analysis against budget, forecast, and prior-year performance, identifying key business drivers and recommending corrective actions.
• Develop business cases, feasibility studies, scenario analyses, and financial models to support strategic initiatives and investment decisions.
• Prepare and deliver management reports, presentations, dashboards, and decision-support materials for factory and finance leadership.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance teams to drive alignment on business priorities and performance targets.
• Support inventory management processes, cycle count activities, and related Factory Controller responsibilities to maintain strong financial controls.
• Ensure accuracy, transparency, and consistency of financial reporting while supporting compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Senior Strategy & Controlling Specialist

Who We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, Accounting, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing finance, controlling, operations planning, performance management, or a related analytical function.
• Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, KPI reporting, and variance analysis.
• Proven ability to evaluate business performance and translate complex data into meaningful business insights and recommendations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills.
• Experience preparing executive-level presentations, reports, and business recommendations.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial analysis and reporting.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

What's Nice to Have:

• Experience supporting manufacturing, operations, or supply chain organizations within an FMCG or consumer products environment.
• SAP experience, particularly in financial planning, controlling, or manufacturing modules.
• Knowledge of inventory accounting, factory controlling, and cost accounting principles.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other business intelligence and reporting tools.
• Exposure to strategic planning, investment analysis, and capital expenditure evaluation.
• Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma experience.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis and financial modeling techniques.
• Experience working in a matrixed, global organization.
• MBA, CPA, CMA, or other relevant professional certification.

Annual Base Salary Range: $88,000 - $110,000

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 3,000 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.    

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