Director Project Management Office - Route To Market

Reynolds American is evolving at a pace like no other organization.

To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be the change!

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A DIRECTOR ROUTE TO MARKET PROJECT:

ROLE PROFILE

GRADE: Senior Level

JOB TITLE: Director Route-to-Market Project

FUNCTION: Marketing

SUB FUNCTION: Trade Marketing & Development

CITY & COUNTRY: Winston-Salem, NC – USA

ROLE SUMMARY

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?

The DirectorRoute-to-Market Projectis responsible for coordinating the implementation of the wholesale route-to-market project. The role works cross-functionally to ensure the project completed time and in full while ensuring customer and company needs are met. Key accountabilities include overall project leadership, leading internal collaborator engagements, ensuring project governance and cross-functional collaboration, project planning, budgeting, organizational change, and communications. The role often engages with multiple internal teams and wholesale customers to ensure alignment of objectives and project execution.

This position requires extensive knowledge of industry trends, a strong understanding of Reynolds Marketing Services Company (RMSC) strategic plans/initiatives, and a proficient understanding of wholesale and supply chain strategies. The role requires strong leadership, project management skills, problem-solving skills, relationship management capabilities, and managerial skills to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization.

What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organization?

The DirectorRoute-to-Market Projecthas a direct impact on delivering our future wholesale route-to-market operating model to meet commercial objectives.

Reports to

Senior Director Wholesale Development

Number of Direct Reports

1

Core Relationships

Internal –Trade Marketing, Operations, DBS, and Finance

External – Wholesale customers

Geographic Scope

Local

Travel Required

Up to 25%

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Leads strategy development and oversees implementation of wholesale route-to-market plan and associated initiatives.

• Oversees internal and external collaborator engagements including Steering Committee and Reynolds Leadership Team briefings.

• Leads all aspects of project planning, budget management, and risk assessment and mitigation.

• Ensures effective tracking, monitoring, and reporting of progress and outcomes.

• Leads organizational change and communication strategy and execution for project.

• Evaluates project performance and effectiveness for future development.

• Ensures project governance and adherence to company policies.

• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with internal partners and wholesale customers.

• Collaborates with Trade Marketing, Operations, DBS, and Finance teams to align capabilities for project execution.

• Effectively lead, mentor and delegate accountability to Senior Manager Route-to-Market.

• Responsible for understanding and influencing current and future regulatory and legislative guidelines.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIAL

Experience Required

• 5 – 7 validated experience in project management, including leading cross-functional teams in delivering projects or programs.

• 3 – 5 years of experience working with key strategic partners.

Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required

• Self-starter who works well independently & collaboratively as part of a cross-functional team.

• Strong written, verbal, presentation, and negotiation skills; able to process and present sophisticated information in simple and digestible formats. Must be able to customize and adapt presentation based on audience.

• Must be able to navigate a fast-paced and ambiguous environment.

• Highly developed curiosity to drive innovation and transformation.

• Problem solver with strong inter-personal skills; natural ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders at various levels within an organization.

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

• BA/BS degree required

• MBA or equivalent experience preferred

• Prince 2 Agile or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred

BENEFICIAL

• Experience in consumer-packaged goods, especially tobacco, and/or other regulated industries, is strongly preferred.

• Wholesale or supply chain experience is a plus.

QUALIFYING QUESTIONS FOR APPLICANTS

• Do you have experience in leading cross-functional projects with significant business impact on tight timelines?

• Do you thrive working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative environment?

WE ARE REYNOLDS AMERICAN—A member of the BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO GROUP

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 British American Tobacco employees across more than 180 markets

• Reynolds American certified as Great Place to Work

• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries

• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations

• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner

• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Have you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on-the-job training and development support.

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!

SALARY AND BENEFITS OVERVIEW

Benefit Information

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

• 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre- and post-tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.

• Company matches 100 percent of employee pre-tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent

• Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not

• Comprehensive health- and welfare-benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs)

• Health Savings Account start-up contribution for employees who elect the high deductible health plan

• Flexible spending accounts for both Health Care and Dependent Care allowing employee to use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified expenses during the calendar year

• Employee assistance program offering 8 free counselling sessions, per issue, each calendar year for employees and their dependents

• Company paid life insurance of 1x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)

• Company paid accidental death or dismemberment insurance of 2x annual base pay ($50,000 minimum)

• Voluntary insurances offered at group rates: employee and dependent life insurance, AD&D insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, disability buy-up, and auto & home insurance

• Tuition reimbursement and student loan support

• Dependent Scholarship Programs

• Free confidential personal financial counselling service

• On-site health centers and 24/7 fitness centers at certain company locations

• A charitable giving matching grants program that enables employees to direct and double their donations to qualifying charitable organizations of their choice

• Health-care concierge service

• Volunteer service opportunities

• Extensive training opportunities

• Company vehicle for eligible employees

• Mobile phone allowance for eligible employees

• Paid Leave:

• Sick and Personal Time (exempt employees may be excused with pay for brief absences; non-exempt employees receive up to 6 days)

• Vacation (levels Below Senior Director receive 15 days (pro-rated during first year of service); Senior Director and Officers receive 25 days (pro-rated during first year of service)).

• Holidays (Nine company recognized and two annual personal holidays to be used at the employee’s discretion)

• Paid Parental Leave + temporary reduced work schedule opportunity

• Funeral Leave

• Short-Term Disability Leave

• Long-Term Disability Leave

• Jury Duty Leave

• Military Leave

• Released Time for Children’s Education

• Community Outreach Leave

• Other paid leave benefits, as required by state or local law

Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to employing a diverse workforce and valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives!

Reynolds American Inc.and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at TalentAcquisition@RJRT.com.