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New York, NY-based Phillip Morris International has Promoted James R. Mortensen to Senior Vice President of Human Resources
About the Company
Philip Morris International Inc (PMI) is the leading international tobacco company, with six of the world’s top 15 brands including the number one cigarette brand worldwide. PMI’s products are sold in more than 180 markets. We are here to give you a view #insidePMI. We are not here to promote our brands/products. By using our LinkedIn page, you agree to comply with our rules of engagement, which you can read by visiting http://bit.ly/2kAhKVF. As a company, our aim is to meet the expectations of adult smokers by offering innovative tobacco products of the highest quality available in their preferred price category, while generating superior returns for our shareholders. We operate with integrity, and are focused on responsibly delivering long-term, sustainable growth. We aim to reduce the harm caused from smoking by supporting effective evidence-based regulation of tobacco products and through our deep investment in developing and assessing products with the potential to reduce the risk of tobacco-related disease. Our priority is to attract, support and keep with us diverse and unique individuals. Our global workforce of more than 82,000 people is one of our greatest strengths and the key to our success as a company. Our employees speak more than 80 languages and come from all corners of the world. PMI has been certified as a “Top Employer in Europe” for four consecutive years and for the first time in the Middle East and Africa, in recognition of the high standards of excellence in our working environment and the exceptional development opportunities we offer. If you come into our offices or meet our people, you will quickly realize that at PMI everyone has the opportunity to make a difference and build phenomenal careers. With more than 1000 cross-functional moves a year, the opportunities for adventure are endless.
About the Person
James R. Mortensen, also known as Jim was appointed Senior Vice President, Human Resources in March 2014. He joined Philip Morris International in April 2002 as Vice President, Marketing & Sales of Philip Morris Japan Kabushiki Kaisha and served as its President from September 2005 until January 2008 when he was appointed Managing Director for Mexico, Ecuador, Peru and Central America. In March 2010, he was appointed President, Latin America & Canada Region and in March 2014 Senior Vice President, Human Resources. Before joining Philip Morris International, Mr. Mortensen held various positions at PM USA and from 1999 to 2002 was Senior Vice President, Sales & Distribution at Miller Brewing Company. Mr. Mortensen holds a Bachelor degree in Business Administration and a MBA with concentration on Finance from the State University of New York at Buffalo.
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