Early Careers Territory Sales Manager- Eastern Region

About the role

At PMI U.S., we're transforming an industry and building our future around delivering a smoke‑free future. As an Early Careers Territory Sales Manager in the Eastern Region, you’ll own a business territory, partner directly with retail customers, analyze sales data, and execute strategies that drive growth. You’ll gain hands‑on business experience, develop commercial and leadership skills, and work with category‑leading brands such as ZYN nicotine pouches (Swedish Match affiliate). Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, PMI U.S. employs more than 3,000 people nationwide, with manufacturing facilities in Aurora, Colorado; Owensboro, Kentucky; and Wilson, North Carolina. Territory assignments are typically in or near major metropolitan markets across states including Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama. Candidates should be open to relocation within the region.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with retail partners and become a trusted business advisor.
• Support sales growth and execution within your assigned territory.
• Use sales and market data to identify opportunities and develop action plans.
• Present business recommendations and fact‑based insights to customers.
• Execute merchandising, promotional, and visibility initiatives.
• Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and consumer insights.
• Ensure product availability, freshness, and in‑store execution standards.
• Manage territory administration, reporting, expenses, and point‑of‑sale materials.
• Collaborate with commercial and marketing teams to support business goals.
• Develop leadership, communication, and customer management skills through real‑world experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required or expected prior to start date.
• Recent graduates or early career professionals with up to two years of professional experience encouraged to apply.
• Interest in sales, business development, account management, consumer goods, retail operations, or commercial leadership.
• Leadership experience through internships, campus organizations, athletics, military service, volunteer work, retail, hospitality, or other customer‑facing roles.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, resilience, and problem‑solving ability.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make recommendations.
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple responsibilities, and work independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must reside within or be willing to relocate to the assigned territory.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Pay

Annual Base Salary $68,000