Director of Bulk Sales & Contract Distillation

Join Corby Spirit and Wine Limited and Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd.: Where Moments Matter

At Corby and Hiram Walker were more than a company - were curators of unforgettable moments. Our portfolio boasts some of Canadas most iconic and award-winning brands including J.P. Wisers Lot No. 40 Pike Creek and Gooderham & Worts Canadian whiskies Polar Ice vodka Lambs rum Ungava gin McGuinness and Cabot Trail liqueurs Ace Beverage Groups Cottage Springs Cabana Coast Liberty Village and Good Vines and Foreign Affair wines. But thats 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 Ballantines and Aberlour Scotch whiskies Altos tequila Malibu and Havana Club rums Kahlua liqueur Skrewball Peanut Butter whiskey Jeffersons 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 youre a seasoned professional or just starting your journey were 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.

The salary range for this role is $115280.00 to $144100.00. Base salaries are determined during our interview process by assessing a candidates experience skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Job Summary

The Director of Bulk Sales and Contract Distillation plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of our bulk spirits business by leading commercial strategy cultivating highvalue partnerships and expanding our global footprint. This role offers the opportunity to influence longterm supply programs strengthen customer relationships and unlock new market opportunities in a rapidly evolving industry. You will serve as a key connector across sales operations finance and production to ensure we deliver exceptional products and experiences. If you thrive at the intersection of strategy relationshipbuilding and operational excellence this is a chance to make a meaningful and lasting impact.

Who will love this job

You are a strategic relationshipdriven leader who enjoys building programs partnerships and processes that stand the test of time. You excel in environments where collaboration curiosity and clear communication drive results and you bring strong financial acumen that helps you make sound datainformed decisions. You balance commercial growth with operational alignment and customer experience and youre energized by both the technical and creative sides of the spirits industry. You value inclusivity transparency and continuous improvementand you lead teams in a way that inspires confidence innovation and longterm success.

What youll do

• Develop and execute a multiyear commercial strategy for bulk sales and contract distillation with clear milestones and measurable outcomes within your first year.
• Build and manage a robust domestic and international sales pipeline expanding customer relationships through industry events market insights and proactive outreach.
• Lead endtoend contract managementincluding negotiation execution compliance and performance trackingto ensure accuracy transparency and exceptional customer experience.
• Partner with operations to forecast demand align production schedules and translate customer requirements into actionable production plans.
• Monitor inventory levels revenue performance and contract profitability providing insights and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Strengthen crossfunctional collaboration with marketing legal logistics and finance to ensure seamless customer experiences and operational alignment.
• Represent the company at trade shows facility visits and customer engagements ensuring a professional inclusive and brandforward presence.

Whats in it for me

Being part of an inclusive and diverse company where professional development and internal career mobility is frontandcenter to our talent strategy. This means your career at Pernod Ricard has many possibilities. Youll be part of a culture that celebrates the rich diversity of our people across the globe and be part of our longstanding commitment to making exceptional products giving back to our communities and honoring our responsibility to preserve the environment.

Required qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Engineering or a related field with at least 10 years of experience in the spirits industry (including 5 years in distillation operations bulk sales or related commercial roles).
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate complex commercial agreements build strong customer relationships and lead teams through change while fostering innovation continuous improvement and talent development.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with exceptional attention to detailprecision is essential in distillation contract management and customerfacing processes.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills to guide operational decisions evaluate contract profitability and support longterm business strategies.
• Ability to travel and support customer needs including occasional nights and weekends and experience managing teams responsible for barrel procurement bulk sales support and customer service.

At Corby and Hiram Walker were 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 its 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 .

Ontario Applicants: Our practices align with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

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This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications.

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