About the role
Join Corby Spirit and Wine Limited and Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd.,: Where Moments Matter
At Corby and Hiram Walker, we’re more than a company - we’re curators of unforgettable moments. Our portfolio boasts some of Canada’s most iconic and award-winning brands, including J.P. Wiser’s, Lot No. 40, Pike Creek, and Gooderham & Worts Canadian whiskies, Polar Ice vodka, Lamb’s rum, Ungava gin, McGuinness and Cabot Trail liqueurs, Ace Beverage Group’s Cottage Springs, Cabana Coast, Liberty Village, and Good Vines, and Foreign Affair wines. But that’s just the beginning.
Through its affiliation with Pernod Ricard SA, Corby represents leading international brands such as Absolut vodka, Jameson and Redbreast Irish whiskies, The Glenlivet, Chivas Regal, Ballantine’s and Aberlour Scotch whiskies, , Altos tequila, Malibu and Havana Club rums, Kahlua liqueur, Skrewball Peanut Butter whiskey, Jefferson’s and Rabbit Hole bourbon whiskies, Del Maguey Single Village mezcal, Beefeater and Malfy gins, and Perrier-Jouët and Mumm champagnes, – making our portfolio the most comprehensive in the market.
Why Choose Us?
Igniting Conviviality: Derived from the French word “convivialité,” our ethos centres on human connection, authenticity, and friendliness. We create moments that matter, starting with how we work together.
Progressive Opportunities: Fuel your ambition with outstanding career prospects and rewards. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, we’re invested in your growth.
Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!
Learn about our rich heritage by clicking HERE for Corby and HERE for Hiram Walker.
Join us at Corby and Hiram Walker, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference.
Position Summary Provide overall leadership and guidance to stakeholders & department staff on managing an integrated demand and supply forecasting process & utilize the outputs and information to drive financial shipment call estimates and manufacturing guidance. In addition, developing continuous improvement strategy and analytic directional opportunities in areas such as Supply Chain planning, distribution cost management, freight spend, supporting S&OP and IBP transformation across the business and project management support for the department and for the Head of Supply Chain Canada.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage an Integrated Demand & Supply Planning process via Demantra with stakeholders to deliver a monthly national OTC & shipment forecast.
- Chair and manage the S&OP meeting process with regional sales, brand and trade marketing stakeholders, finance, and the Exec team. Integrate the regional market intelligence into Demand & Financial shipment planning.
- Incorporate Demantra intelligence into the monthly/quarterly/year to go financial shipment forecasting deck for Corby Executive. Collaborate and share outputs with Toronto finance to assist in P&L impact/risk and opportunity to budget assessment.
- Monthly shipment forecasts by sku and brand owner to 25+ production sites within the PR affiliate network and agency suppliers.
- Analyzing year end shipment results vs OTC sales to identify risks & opportunities for next year shipments and integrate into IBP and Financial landing strategy.
- Leading the allocation process from a Supply chain perspective, delivering insights, report tracking and recommendations to stakeholders (marketing, sales, and finance).
- Reporting of key S&OP KPIs to HQ such as drumbeat, FA, and Bias, identifying performance improvement opportunities, assisting with annual budget target setting and tracking for finished goods inventory. Providing support to Head of Supply Chain Canada with any reporting requirements for KPI’s and PR HQ adhoc requests.
- Project management as assigned by VP Supply Chain North America.
- Manage the quarterly RF submission ensuring all inputs and data are suitable, identifying, and documenting risk and opportunities throughout the cycle to bring to Executive team as applicable.
- Continually review the S&OP process in collaboration with the larger Corby team to implement improvements and ensure its up to date with current business needs.
- Lead and coordinate the RTD S&OE on an end-to-end execution perspective from OTC forecast to inventory management, production planning and SSOS risk management.
- Complete the annual 3-year volume projections for Hiram Walker and Corby to be used for the Standard Cost setting and the 3-year GDS volume projections for PRW.
- Contribute and support other business functions such as SROG, quarterly brand summits, brand CAAP review, landing management, stage gate process and more.
- Ideate and build tools to elevate S&OP data analysis and automation across different groups such as supply chain, commercial and finance.
- Ensure OTC forecast is developed using best practice as set by HQ COE in terms of period of review and assumptions such as new products, discontinued products, cannibalization impact, seasonality, override management and drive the team towards an exception-based forecast.
- Lead other initiatives such as Simplify for Growth, SSOS reduction, innovation planning and others as required.
- Collaboration and standardization of the process and grow the S&OP maturity in line with the North American S&OP group and contribute to the North American Beyond Budget group.
- Progressive succession training of the Corby staff to grow and scale S&OP.
- Support the rollout and maintenance of new tools and technology to run the S&OP.
- Drive the continuous improvement and digital analysis across the different teams in collaboration with S&OP.
- Develop and implement strategic 3-year roadmap for S&OP in alignment with the PRNA supply chain mission and vision and the Corby strategic plans.
Leadership Competencies Strategic Mindset, Drives Vision & Purpose & Resourcefulness - Capable
Collaborate, Drives Results, Plans & Aligns - Strong
Consumer Focus, Cultivates Innovation, Tech Savvy - Strong
Courage, Decision, Quality Humble Learning – Strong
Demonstrates Self Awareness, Drives Engagement, instills trust, Situation Adaptability - Capable
Required Skills & Abilities
- Combination Supply, Logistics management & replenishment planning.
- Previous planning & management reporting experience.
- Computer literate with strong skills in Microsoft products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Systems Savvy, with experience within ERP systems (Oracle, Demand Planning).
- Excellent business acumen and analytical skills.
- Stakeholder Management.
- Demonstrated initiative, with strong attention to detail.
- Good oral, written & communication skills with ability to build relationships to partner on deliverables.
- Ambitious and self-starter who works well with limited supervision.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines.
Education Required:
- Undergraduate degree/diploma in business/commerce.
Preferred:
- Financial accounting experience.
- Supply & Value Chain post-secondary training.
Experience Required:
- 7 + years previous industry experience.
- Project management, operations planning, logistics planning, demand & replenishment mgmt.
Preferred:
- Ability to leverage technology to improve efficiency and convert data into actionable information to deliver on objectives.
- Financial planning experience.
At Corby and Hiram Walker, we’re committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, individuals with a disability, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals are encouraged to apply.
Our Commitment: Accessible Employment Practices Pernod Ricard, alongside it’s Canadian affiliates Corby and Hiram Walker, is dedicated to providing accessible employment opportunities. If you require accommodation due to a disability or a medical need during any phase of the recruitment process or want to review our accommodation policies, please reach out to our Human Resources Department at Accessibilty.Canada@pernod-ricard.com.
Ontario Applicants: Our practices align with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Join us in creating a vibrant, inclusive workplace where everyone’s voice matters. Apply today!
Job Posting End Date Target Hire Date : 2025-12-30
About Pernod Ricard
Pernod Ricard is a convivial, responsible and successful global wine and spirits group and the #1 premium spirits organisation in the world. The Group represents 240 premium brands available in more than 160 countries. We are 18,500 exceptionally talented people worldwide with our own salesforce in 73 countries.
Our portfolio is one of the most comprehensive in the market with every major category of wine and spirits, providing Pernod Ricard with a unique competitive advantage. To keep growing our business, transforming our industry and making a positive impact on the world, we believe in the power of human connection. Creating ‘convivialité’ is our business and our raison d’être.
As ‘créateurs de convivialité’, our purpose is to turn every social interaction into a genuine, friendly and responsible experience of sharing. We believe there can be no convivialité with excess and strive to be sustainable and responsible at every step, from grain to glass.
About the role
Join Corby Spirit and Wine Limited and Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd.,: Where Moments Matter
At Corby and Hiram Walker, we’re more than a company - we’re curators of unforgettable moments. Our portfolio boasts some of Canada’s most iconic and award-winning brands, including J.P. Wiser’s, Lot No. 40, Pike Creek, and Gooderham & Worts Canadian whiskies, Polar Ice vodka, Lamb’s rum, Ungava gin, McGuinness and Cabot Trail liqueurs, Ace Beverage Group’s Cottage Springs, Cabana Coast, Liberty Village, and Good Vines, and Foreign Affair wines. But that’s just the beginning.
Through its affiliation with Pernod Ricard SA, Corby represents leading international brands such as Absolut vodka, Jameson and Redbreast Irish whiskies, The Glenlivet, Chivas Regal, Ballantine’s and Aberlour Scotch whiskies, , Altos tequila, Malibu and Havana Club rums, Kahlua liqueur, Skrewball Peanut Butter whiskey, Jefferson’s and Rabbit Hole bourbon whiskies, Del Maguey Single Village mezcal, Beefeater and Malfy gins, and Perrier-Jouët and Mumm champagnes, – making our portfolio the most comprehensive in the market.
Why Choose Us?
Igniting Conviviality: Derived from the French word “convivialité,” our ethos centres on human connection, authenticity, and friendliness. We create moments that matter, starting with how we work together.
Progressive Opportunities: Fuel your ambition with outstanding career prospects and rewards. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey, we’re invested in your growth.
Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!
Learn about our rich heritage by clicking HERE for Corby and HERE for Hiram Walker.
Join us at Corby and Hiram Walker, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference.
Position Summary Provide overall leadership and guidance to stakeholders & department staff on managing an integrated demand and supply forecasting process & utilize the outputs and information to drive financial shipment call estimates and manufacturing guidance. In addition, developing continuous improvement strategy and analytic directional opportunities in areas such as Supply Chain planning, distribution cost management, freight spend, supporting S&OP and IBP transformation across the business and project management support for the department and for the Head of Supply Chain Canada.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage an Integrated Demand & Supply Planning process via Demantra with stakeholders to deliver a monthly national OTC & shipment forecast.
- Chair and manage the S&OP meeting process with regional sales, brand and trade marketing stakeholders, finance, and the Exec team. Integrate the regional market intelligence into Demand & Financial shipment planning.
- Incorporate Demantra intelligence into the monthly/quarterly/year to go financial shipment forecasting deck for Corby Executive. Collaborate and share outputs with Toronto finance to assist in P&L impact/risk and opportunity to budget assessment.
- Monthly shipment forecasts by sku and brand owner to 25+ production sites within the PR affiliate network and agency suppliers.
- Analyzing year end shipment results vs OTC sales to identify risks & opportunities for next year shipments and integrate into IBP and Financial landing strategy.
- Leading the allocation process from a Supply chain perspective, delivering insights, report tracking and recommendations to stakeholders (marketing, sales, and finance).
- Reporting of key S&OP KPIs to HQ such as drumbeat, FA, and Bias, identifying performance improvement opportunities, assisting with annual budget target setting and tracking for finished goods inventory. Providing support to Head of Supply Chain Canada with any reporting requirements for KPI’s and PR HQ adhoc requests.
- Project management as assigned by VP Supply Chain North America.
- Manage the quarterly RF submission ensuring all inputs and data are suitable, identifying, and documenting risk and opportunities throughout the cycle to bring to Executive team as applicable.
- Continually review the S&OP process in collaboration with the larger Corby team to implement improvements and ensure its up to date with current business needs.
- Lead and coordinate the RTD S&OE on an end-to-end execution perspective from OTC forecast to inventory management, production planning and SSOS risk management.
- Complete the annual 3-year volume projections for Hiram Walker and Corby to be used for the Standard Cost setting and the 3-year GDS volume projections for PRW.
- Contribute and support other business functions such as SROG, quarterly brand summits, brand CAAP review, landing management, stage gate process and more.
- Ideate and build tools to elevate S&OP data analysis and automation across different groups such as supply chain, commercial and finance.
- Ensure OTC forecast is developed using best practice as set by HQ COE in terms of period of review and assumptions such as new products, discontinued products, cannibalization impact, seasonality, override management and drive the team towards an exception-based forecast.
- Lead other initiatives such as Simplify for Growth, SSOS reduction, innovation planning and others as required.
- Collaboration and standardization of the process and grow the S&OP maturity in line with the North American S&OP group and contribute to the North American Beyond Budget group.
- Progressive succession training of the Corby staff to grow and scale S&OP.
- Support the rollout and maintenance of new tools and technology to run the S&OP.
- Drive the continuous improvement and digital analysis across the different teams in collaboration with S&OP.
- Develop and implement strategic 3-year roadmap for S&OP in alignment with the PRNA supply chain mission and vision and the Corby strategic plans.
Leadership Competencies Strategic Mindset, Drives Vision & Purpose & Resourcefulness - Capable
Collaborate, Drives Results, Plans & Aligns - Strong
Consumer Focus, Cultivates Innovation, Tech Savvy - Strong
Courage, Decision, Quality Humble Learning – Strong
Demonstrates Self Awareness, Drives Engagement, instills trust, Situation Adaptability - Capable
Required Skills & Abilities
- Combination Supply, Logistics management & replenishment planning.
- Previous planning & management reporting experience.
- Computer literate with strong skills in Microsoft products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Systems Savvy, with experience within ERP systems (Oracle, Demand Planning).
- Excellent business acumen and analytical skills.
- Stakeholder Management.
- Demonstrated initiative, with strong attention to detail.
- Good oral, written & communication skills with ability to build relationships to partner on deliverables.
- Ambitious and self-starter who works well with limited supervision.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines.
Education Required:
- Undergraduate degree/diploma in business/commerce.
Preferred:
- Financial accounting experience.
- Supply & Value Chain post-secondary training.
Experience Required:
- 7 + years previous industry experience.
- Project management, operations planning, logistics planning, demand & replenishment mgmt.
Preferred:
- Ability to leverage technology to improve efficiency and convert data into actionable information to deliver on objectives.
- Financial planning experience.
At Corby and Hiram Walker, we’re committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, individuals with a disability, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals are encouraged to apply.
Our Commitment: Accessible Employment Practices Pernod Ricard, alongside it’s Canadian affiliates Corby and Hiram Walker, is dedicated to providing accessible employment opportunities. If you require accommodation due to a disability or a medical need during any phase of the recruitment process or want to review our accommodation policies, please reach out to our Human Resources Department at Accessibilty.Canada@pernod-ricard.com.
Ontario Applicants: Our practices align with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Join us in creating a vibrant, inclusive workplace where everyone’s voice matters. Apply today!
Job Posting End Date Target Hire Date : 2025-12-30
About Pernod Ricard
Pernod Ricard is a convivial, responsible and successful global wine and spirits group and the #1 premium spirits organisation in the world. The Group represents 240 premium brands available in more than 160 countries. We are 18,500 exceptionally talented people worldwide with our own salesforce in 73 countries.
Our portfolio is one of the most comprehensive in the market with every major category of wine and spirits, providing Pernod Ricard with a unique competitive advantage. To keep growing our business, transforming our industry and making a positive impact on the world, we believe in the power of human connection. Creating ‘convivialité’ is our business and our raison d’être.
As ‘créateurs de convivialité’, our purpose is to turn every social interaction into a genuine, friendly and responsible experience of sharing. We believe there can be no convivialité with excess and strive to be sustainable and responsible at every step, from grain to glass.