Manager, Emerging Technology Scouting

_This job is with Altria, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly._Together We Innovate. Together We Change.Want to shape the future of Fortune 500 Company by scouting the next big innovations in AI, computer vision, and data analytics? If you have a bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience in technology innovation, product management, corporate venture/scouting, or tech consulting, and a proven track record of turning emerging tech into real business outcomes, we want to speak with you! We are seeking a Manager, Emerging Technology Scouting to identify, evaluate, and de-risk external technologies that accelerate enterprise initiatives. In this role, you’ll source and assess partners, design measurable pilots, and transition validated solutions for scale in collaboration with Enterprise Architecture and delivery teams, ensuring alignment to strategy, governance, and value realization. We are open to a remote work arrangement, but travel could be up to 50%. What You Will Be Doing_External Scouting & Ecosystem Development_

• Maintaining a detailed view of startups, vendors, academia, and venture networks; building relationships to compose a high‑quality pipeline of opportunities aligned to enterprise priorities.
• Representing the company at relevant forums and bringing back synthesized insights and recommendations.

Opportunity Shaping & Business Case Development

• Partnering with business leaders, governance, Legal, Procurement, and Enterprise Architecture to frame problems, assess fit, and build cases with clear hypotheses, benefits, risks, and success metrics.
• Prioritizing the opportunity backlog against strategic goals and capacity.

Pilot Design & Execution

• Leading structured pilots: define scope, evaluation criteria, data needs, compliance requirements, and a clear decision framework for continue/pivot/stop.
• Coordinating cross‑functional teams to deliver pilot outcomes on time and within guardrails (data privacy, ethical AI, and security).

Transition to Scale

• On successful pilot, orchestrating transition to enterprise delivery and architecture standards, including ALM, support models, and change management for adoption.

Portfolio Management & Value Reporting

• Maintaining transparent intake, portfolio, and value realization views; provide concise updates and recommendations to leadership.

Ways of Working

• Operating effectively in a matrixed environment; fostering collaboration across business functions and COE pillars.

We Want You To Have

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years in technology innovation, product management, corporate venture/scouting, or tech consulting with a record of translating emerging tech into business outcomes.
• Hands‑on experience planning and running vendor pilots/POCs with measurable outcomes.
• Working knowledge of AI/ML and analytics patterns, data governance, and risk considerations in regulated environments.
• Strong business partner management, executive communication, and ability to influence without direct authority.
• Experience with Microsoft ecosystem (M365, Power Platform, Fabric, Purview, Copilot) and associated governance/operating models preferred
• Familiarity with enterprise architecture practices and transitioning pilots to production at scale preferred

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: $116,200.00 - $168,400.00. 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. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.