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.
What you can expect from us:
We’re committed to offering a competitive, transparent, and fair experience from the very start. The base salary range for this role, based in Windsor, is $85,000 - 108,000. Throughout the interview process, we take the time to understand your unique experience, skills, and strengths to ensure your compensation aligns with the scope of the role and is equitable alongside internal peers. Our goal is to make sure you feel valued for the impact you’ll bring.
We also understand the importance of balance and flexibility. Our hybrid work model is designed to support both your well-being and your growth. You’ll join us in the Windsor office, (2072 Riverside Dr. E. Windsor ON.) three days a week, where you can collaborate, learn, and feel part of a supportive community, while still enjoying the freedom to work remotely on other days. If you’re not currently within commuting distance, we encourage applicants who are open to relocation to consider joining our community here in Windsor.
Role Overview
As a Workforce Controller, you play a critical and strategic role in managing and optimizing staff cost and reporting planning across Pernod Ricard North America. You are responsible for ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and forward-looking management of Payroll & Benefits forecasting through annual budgets, Rolling Forecasts, and monthly proxied actuals.
You act as a key advisor to senior leadership by providing data-driven insights and financial intelligence that influence workforce planning, organizational efficiency, and cost optimization. Your role requires a strong analytical mindset and the ability to translate complex workforce cost data into actionable business strategies.
In this capacity, you collaborate with People & Experience (P&E) leadership, People Business Partners, Group Workforce Planning, and Finance teams, ensuring a holistic and integrated approach to staff cost management. Your expertise directly supports financial discipline, talent strategy execution, and long-term business sustainability.
Who will love this job:
Someone who enjoys solving complex workforce planning challenges and translating data into strategic, actionable insights. You excel in fast-moving environments, manage details with precision, and feel energized by partnering closely with Finance and People & Experience leadership. You are a strong communicator who can influence senior stakeholders and improve processes while maintaining the highest standards of financial discipline.
What you’ll do:
- Support Workforce cost strategy – Design and execute Payroll & Benefits budget scenarios, ensuring alignment with key stakeholders, financial targets and business strategy.
- Own and optimize Workforce planning tools – Manage Workday Adaptive Staff Cost Planning, overseeing position requests, merit assumptions, and vacancy rate adjustments to maintain real-time accuracy.
- Drive financial planning & execution – Oversee staff cost forecasting cycles (Budget, Proxied Actuals, Rolling Forecast) in full compliance with Group financial guidelines.
- Analyze and reconcile staff costs – Partner with Compensation, Organiational Effectiness, Benefits & Retirement leadership to assess budget-to-actual variances, FTE shifts, and regulatory changes, delivering data-driven recommendations.
- Deliver high-impact insights – Build quarterly rolling budget estimates, analyze cost trends, and provide actionable intelligence to optimize workforce investments.
- Ensure financial accuracy – Calculate and submit staff cost provisions to accounting, ensuring compliance and precision in financial reporting.
- Report to senior leadership – Prepare and deliver monthly staff cost reports to senior leadership, incl. CODI level, providing clear insights on cost evolution and strategic workforce planning.
- Enhance systems & efficiency – Drive continuous improvement in cost planning tools and processes to maximize financial accuracy and operational agility.
What’s in it for me?
Being part of an inclusive and diverse company where professional development and internal career mobility is front-and-center to our talent strategy. This means your career at Pernod Ricard has many possibilities. You'll be part of a culture that celebrates the rich diversity of our people across the globe and be part of our long-standing commitment to making exceptional products, giving back to our communities, and honoring our responsibility to preserve the environment.
What you bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or a related field.
- 7+ years’ experience in budgeting, financial planning, and workforce cost management, with a strong understanding of forecasting, turnover impact, and financial modeling.
- Expertise in workforce planning – Proven ability to analyze financials, FTE trends, organizational changes, and cost drivers to inform business decisions.
- Strategic & critical thinking – Ability to synthesize complex data, anticipate risks, and develop actionable solutions in high-pressure environments.
- Technical proficiency – Advanced skills in Workday (Adaptive preferred), Excel (modeling, pivot tables, financial functions), PowerPoint, and Word.
- Stakeholder relationship management – Strong ability to collaborate across P&E, Finance, and Senior Leadership, influencing decision-making with clear insights and recommendations.
- Process optimization & continuous improvement – Experience in enhancing financial planning tools, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
- Strong communication & executive reporting – Ability to present complex financial insights in a clear, concise, and strategic manner to senior stakeholders.
- High attention to detail – Ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integrity in all workforce cost-related financial processes.
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 [email protected].
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!
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Target Hire Date:
2026-01-01Target End Date:
