Future Leaders Program - Commercial OperationsLead 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.
Your leadership journeyYour experience is built as a progression with high impact rotations designed to accelerate your leadership
- First rotation
- 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.
- Second rotation
- 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.
Where will your ambition take you next? Apply now to the
Future Leaders Program and help shape what comes next at PMI.
