Enterprise IS Security Engineer

The story of Pyxus International is one of deep-rooted agricultural heritage evolving into modern innovation. While the company formally adopted the name Pyxus in 2018, its journey began over a century earlier, tracing its origins back to 1873 with the formation of Dibrell Brothers, a leaf trading operation. For decades, the company built its foundation on the traditional tobacco industry, merging with other giants like Standard Commercial Corporation (founded in 1910) and Monk-Austin to eventually form Alliance One International in 2005. This merger brought together over 130 years of combined expertise, establishing a global powerhouse in the leaf tobacco merchant business.

However, the narrative didn't stop at tradition. Recognizing the shifting global landscape and the need for sustainable agricultural solutions, the company embarked on a transformative journey. In 2018, Alliance One International rebranded as Pyxus International, signaling a strategic pivot toward a more diversified and purpose-driven future. This evolution was not merely a name change but a commitment to 'transform people's lives, so that together we can grow a better world.' Today, Pyxus leverages its 150 years of farming experience to explore value-added agricultural products beyond tobacco, including industrial hemp, e-liquids, and legal cannabis. By integrating proprietary track-and-trace technology like SENTRI, Pyxus ensures transparency from seed to sale, empowering farmers and meeting the demands of a conscientious global market. What started as a trading house in the 19th century has grown into a multifaceted global agricultural company dedicated to responsible production and sustainable innovation.