Senior Manager Trade Payment Systems
US
Together We Innovate. Together We Change.
Shape the Future of Trade Promotions and Payments at Altria
Are you ready to lead the modernization of trade payment systems at one of the most recognized names in consumer goods? Altria Group Distribution Company is seeking a Senior Manager, Trade Payment Systems to drive innovation, automation, and transformation across our trade and CPG promotions payment infrastructure.
This role is central to Altria’s consumer goods modernization strategy, enabling scalable, low-touch execution of trade payments while supporting the evolution of our Trade Promotions Management (TPM) systems. You’ll lead a high-performing team, manage vendor relationships, and ensure seamless migration to future-state platforms—all while improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
What you will be doing:
- Lead the execution of current and future trade promotional payments through legacy and evolving systems.
- Analyze and document technical and non-technical payment workflows to identify process improvements.
- Manage a team of four direct reports (Technology, Product, and Associate Managers) with clear objectives and coaching.
- Oversee vendor relationships and software transitions, including wind-down and innovation planning.
- Drive continuous improvement and automation across payment processes using BPA, AI and digital transformation tools.
- Facilitate change management to ensure smooth adoption of new TPM solutions.
What we want you to have:
Education:
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- Bachelor’s degree
- MS, MBA (experience may substitute)
- CPA / CMA / CFA
Experience:
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- 3+ years in accounting, FP&A or similar.
- 2+ years people management
- 1+ year in trade marketing or related commercial functions.
Preferred Qualifications:
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- Previous experience with retail or trade payments
- Proficiency in SQL/Python, data science
- Proficiency in automation design
- Experience with TPM software and claims management
Skills:
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- Process improvement and optimization
- Team and project management
- Data analysis (Excel, SQL, Power BI, Python)
- Vendor and partner management
- Change management and digital transformation
- Business process automation (BPA)
In this role, you are responsible for leading a team. People Leaders play a fundamental role in bringing Altria’s Employment Brand to life and creating an exceptional employee experience. As a People Leader at Altria, you are responsible for the performance, capability and engagement of your team. Some examples of specific responsibilities aligned to People Leader expectations include:
- Establish and effectively communicate Vision, strategies and how each employee’s work aligns
- Identify, select, develop and allocate skills, behaviors and talent needed to meet business needs
- Embrace diverse perspectives, appreciate differences and foster a culture of inclusion
- Build trusting relationships by being authentic, transparent and providing radical candor
- Provide and receive timely, constructive, specific and actionable performance and career feedback and coaching
The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $128,700.00 - $196,200.00.
Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria
At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:
- Work where life works for you — with flexible and remote options that fit your world, not the other way around.
- Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully
- A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real
- Get recognized for your work – annual merit increases and performance bonus
- A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%-17% of your base salary
- Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends
- Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
- Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
- Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well-being at whatever stage you are in your life
- A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference
At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.