IT Solutions Manager, Commercial

Be a part of a revolutionary change At PMI, we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business, and building our future on smoke-free products with the power to improve the lives of a billion smokers worldwide. With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, wherever 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. PMI’s journey to a smoke-free future is fuelled by technology. The total transformation we’re going through means that there are unique IT projects here to match all levels of skills and ambitions – from pace-setting global pilot projects to vital local updates. Whether you want to pursue a personal passion or build an international career, there’s space here to develop in any number of directions. To join us in IT you’ll need to be driven and equally happy whether you’re taking the strategic view or diving deep into processes. We'll make sure you're set up to succeed whatever your project is, our culture is agile and collaborative, and we genuinely believe our people are some of the best you’ll ever work with. Key Accountabilities • Manage and lead projects in relation to deployment, integration and support of locally and centrally developed/managed IT solutions for the area B2B domain • Evaluate business processes, anticipate requirements, uncover areas for improvement • Clearly define deliverables, timelines and dependencies for project team members, external consultants and internal key stakeholders • Facilitate deployment of new functional modules according to business requirements • Coordinate external consultants, vendors and internal project teams during the project execution • Maintain active contact and communication with key business stakeholders and provide advice on business matters having IT implications, in order to achieve competitive advantage and facilitate business development • Promote and share the global IT portfolio and offer differentiated consumer experience • Contribute into IT Transformation through evaluation of the most cutting edge tech solutions being focused on experimentation, delivering and piloting of MVPs as well as manage proper industrialization of newly built solutions (including industrialization, deployment and post- implementation support) • Ensure adherence to all PMI policies and guidelines on security and compliance by leading the assessment and implementation of IT Security requirements in order to minimize risks regarding confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information as (to be) processed, stored, retained in IT systems • Ensure IT expenditures, including capital expenditures are properly documented, budgeted and approved in line with local and PMI requirements, and regularly carry out budget controls and cost projections during the year to ensure availability of funds & avoid budget overspending Required Experience: • 5+ years of experience in Software Development / Start-up / Logistics & Distribution / FMCG companies • Technical “knowhow” in the area of API integration, Cloud Computing and Mobile/Web apps with a focus to B2B domain • Application development & deployment experience (.NET (ASP, C#), Node.js, Web API, MS SQL, PostgreSQL, Redshift etc.) • Solid understanding of cloud-based solutions architecture principles (Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, Azure etc.) • Practical experience in setup, configuration and support of different Indirect / Direct Retail Digital B2B2C solutions • Hands-on experience of integration with local specific Marketplaces / eComm channels (Lazada, Shopee, GLife, Viber social eComm etc.) and eWallets (LazadaWallet, ShopeePay, GCash, GrabPay, PayMaya etc.) General Qualifications: • Proper combination of seniority in terms of mindset combined with technical “knowhow”, which should result in solid level of autonomy in decision making and execution and become fundamental for providing of quick response for increasing Business demand • Visible leadership capabilities and practical people management experience • Digital savviness • Ability to manage in an environment of uncertainty, ambiguity and complexity with diverse stakeholders • Strong analytical thinking capabilities and ability to address business challenges and opportunities with customer focus • Creative approach to problem solving • Excellent communication skills • Good teamwork and collaboration