India Philip Morris (IPM) is a joint venture between Philip Morris Brands Sarl of Switzerland and two Indian partners, Godfrey Philips, India Ltd (GPI) and K.K. Modi Investment & Financial Services Private Ltd. As a wholesale trader, the company’s activities are focused on fostering and promoting the sale of GPI-manufactured Marlboro cigarettes to retailers.
Together with its farming, business, and law enforcement partners, India Philip Morris is responsibly meeting the needs of the premium brand segment, making a difference in rural India, and actively working to combat the illicit trade in tobacco products.
Key Facts
Number of Employees
Approximately 95
Main brands
Marlboro Red, Marlboro Gold Original, Marlboro Gold Advance, Marlboro Clove Mix, Marlboro Black Mint
Responsibly meeting the needs of the premium brand segment
Marlboro is the world’s top selling international cigarette brand. Positioned in the premium segment, Marlboro is especially popular with affluent urban adult smokers with a preference for international brands and products. Through its wholesale engagement with distributors and retailers, India Philip Morris is responsibly meeting the needs of India’s growing premium brand segment.
Talent Overview
The company places considerable emphasis on its talent recruitment process. Rigorous selection processes are followed to fuel the company’s talent pipeline. The company invests in its employees' growth through cross-functional, international assignments, and training. IPM offers careers to outstanding people and an opportunity to be associated with one of the most valuable brands in the world.
