Operations Control Specialist

Operations Control Specialist - - Owensboro, KY

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 r purpose and have an appetite for progress.

This position sits with our Swedish Match affiliate.

The Operations Control Specialist will provide confidential administrative support to the Manager, Purchasing & Support Services and provide technical assistance to other key management personnel.

Your 'day to day'

Operations

• Learn how to inventory (cycle count)
• Learn manufacturing - rotation in each manufacturing area, able to explain variances
• MS DAX basic functions
• 5S improvements
• Compile statistical and other required reports
• Perform data entry and tracking of operational and process improvement involvement
• Assist with duties and activities relating to ISO, QMS and EMS compliance
• Develop and maintain SOP's

Procurement

• Develop understanding of Direct Material Process (DMP) - OWE
• DMP - Packaging & Ingredients
• Monthly forecasts
• Weekly release process
• MRP process
• Develop understanding of Indirect Material Process (IMP) - OWE
• CapEx order process, MRO order process and bid process

Logistics

• Assist with inventory activities (i.e. cycle counting/verifying counts, investigating inventory issues, month end)
• Assist with filing and researching information on Claims / POD's
• AX implementation to process claims
• Data Entry Logistics- Dynamics

Business Control

• Assist with month end close
• Assist w/ Sales and Use Tax reporting

Quality Assurance

• Serve as an internal auditor and perform internal QMS and EMS audits
• Train with QA Technicians to develop understanding of OPQR process
• Assist in daily departmental responsibilities and duties assigned by Quality Assurance Manager

Human Resources

• Assist with coordinating employee activities, (i.e. employee meetings/meals/off site activities)
• Assist with other HR functions as needed, (i.e. preparing employee new hires and benefits open enrollment packages)
• Assist with mailroom functions and record retention as needed

Who we're looking for:

• Bachelor's degree preferred with concentration in Business Administration, Business Management or Accounting
• Three to five years of administrative and/or operations experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills and the ability to meet and interact with both internal and external customers.
• Excellent computer, oral and written communication and problem-solving skills are required.
• Must be able to exercise initiative and make sound decisions within the scope of assigned authority.
• Must be able to successfully complete multiple concurrent tasks with strong attention to detail while maintaining confidentiality.

What's 'nice to have

Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (required)

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!

• 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 and

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