Philip Morris International

Operations Communication Lead, CO

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.

Come make history with us! We are seeking an experienced Communication Lead to join our team during an exciting phase of growth. Initially, you will be part of the startup process, joining us during the construction of our new factory. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies that enhance employee engagement, promote organizational culture, and ensure effective information flow across all levels of the company.

Your day-to-day’

• Develop and implement communication plans and campaigns that align with the company's goals and objectives.
• Create and manage content for various communication channels, including newsletters, intranet, emails, social media, and press releases.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and department heads to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with company initiatives.
• Organize and facilitate internal events, town halls, and other employee engagement activities.
• Manage communication during the startup phase and construction of the factory, ensuring clear and effective information flow in a growing organization.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including media, partners, and the community.
• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of communication efforts, providing regular reports and recommendations for improvement.
• Foster a culture of open communication and feedback within the organization.
• Position will be on-site in our Aurora, CO office, five days a week.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US.

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience in a Manufacturing start-up
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in communications for industrial organizations or a similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in using communication tools and platforms (e.g., intranet, email marketing software, social media).
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

Application Deadline: May 8th 2025

What we offer:

We offer employees a competitive base salary and the potential to receive a discretionary annual bonus.

Employees (and their families) also have the option to enroll in our company's medical, dental, and vision plans. The company offers flexible spending accounts for health care, dependent care, and savings accounts for those who enroll in a high-deductible health plan (HDHP). Employees are auto enrolled in our company’s 401(k)/Deferred Profit Sharing (DPS) Plan, which provides for both annual 5% employer matching and annual employer contributions.

As a new hire, you will enjoy paid vacation time, paid sick time, 12 paid company holidays, and 3 paid floating holidays. We also provide our employees with paid parental leave, paid family and medical leave, paid bereavement leave, paid sick and safe time, paid public emergency leave, paid time off for jury duty, and paid time off for certain activities relating to their status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or crime. The company offers unpaid National Guard and reserve leave, unpaid civil air patrol leave, unpaid qualified volunteer leave, and unpaid time off for employees engaging in certain activities relating to criminal proceedings.

The company also provides basic life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and short-term and long-term disability insurance to employees at no cost. Employees have the option to purchase supplemental life and AD&D coverage for themselves, spouse, and dependent children.

• 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 each team member’s contribution is valued; collaborate with some of the world’s best professionals and feel like you belong.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business – our size and scale provide endless opportunities for growth.
• 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.