Job Description

Company Name: Corby Spirit and Wine Limited

Location: Toronto, ON, Canada

Hiram Walker and Corby\xe2\x80\x99s portfolio of owned brands include some of the most renowned brands in Canada, including JP Wisers, Canadian Whisky, Lamb\'s Rum, and Polar Ice Vodka. Corby distributes leading Pernod Ricard international brands such as ABSOLUT Vodka, Chivas Regal, Glenlivet, Ballantine\xe2\x80\x99s Scotch Whiskies, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Beefeater Gin, Malibu Rum, Kahlua Liqueur, Mumm Champagne, Jacob\'s Creek, Wyndham Estate and Stoneleigh wines. An overview of the entire Corby portfolio shows over 5,000,000 cases sold annually, with Corby being a significant importer of wines and having an approximate 21 percent market share of spirit sales in Canada. We were named one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Best Workplaces for 7 years by The Great Place to Work\xc2\xae Institute Canada, based on employee survey results and an audit of workplace excellence and people management practices.

Working here is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word convivialit\xc3\xa9, it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. We are in the business of creating moments that matter, starting with how we work! Let your ambition lead you toward outstanding opportunities with progressive rewards. For insight on our heritage please click:

Position Summary

This position is open to all candidates who have completed their undergrad or continuing education within one year.

You will be entering a fast paced, highly dynamic and fun working environment. We are passionate individuals who work collaboratively and love to push boundaries. Our brands connect with people and are associated with memorable moments. We work hard, play hard and make great things happen. We are looking for creative individuals who want to join our team.

The internship is an excellent learning opportunity for people who want to pursue a career in marketing. The role has exposure to global and domestic brands such as J.P. Wiser\xe2\x80\x99s Canadian Whisky, Absolut Vodka, Ungava Gin, Jacob\xe2\x80\x99s Creek, Stoneleigh, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Polar Ice Vodka and other Pernod Ricard brands. This person will be responsible for executing business processes, activities and providing project support, reporting to the Director of Direct & Indirect Procurement. We are looking for individuals with creativity and a strong attention to detail who can build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Note: This is a contract position for approximately 12-months.

Key Responsibilities

- Project Management

• Provide support in the development and execution of Trade Marketing Regional and On Premise programs
• Coordinate creative for National Retail Trade Marketing programs
• Manage the process in which we provide marketing materials to our retail partners ( i.e. LCBO) and the on premise locations ( bars and restaurants) , in collaboration with the brand teams, trade marketing and suppliers
• Support the development and activation of in-store sampling programs.
• Monitor and maintain warehouse inventory and digital assets.
• Lead specific retail, On Premise and event program creative development with design agencies & the support of the internal content manager.

- Agency & Supplier Relationships

• Support in setting up new vendors and suppliers in our internal system
• Work closely internally wit, regional sales teams to plan and execute marketing programs across the country
• Build and maintain professional external relationships with suppliers (Agency, Printers, Warehouse...)

- Procurement

• Lead and manage procurement and distribution for select on-premise and regional retail programs in collaboration with the Procurement Team
• Support Retail Procurement Manager on global procurement reporting

- Assist in Budget control and Trade Promotion Management

• Issue purchase orders and create and maintain filing system for purchase orders, invoices and other documents for the Procurement Team
• Provide support to the Procurement Team in the implementation and maintenance of TPM system tool

- Miscellaneous

• Build various presentations for Monthly Planning Meetings, program post reports and other trade marketing initiatives
• Develop internal surveys and compile and analyze results

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks at once
• Ability to collaborate and contribute creativity
• Attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Relationship building

Qualifications

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in Business with a marketing focus preferred
• Must have graduated from university within 12 months
• Highly computer literate with an excellent understanding of Microsoft Office, Excel and PowerPoint, and familiarity with other publishing tools such as Canva, photoshop, illustrator, would be a definite asset.
• Hospitality industry and events experience is a strong asset

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all groups, including aboriginal, women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities, regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, creed, family status, national origin, age, and gender.

Pernod Ricard and its Canadian Affiliates Corby Spirit and Wine Limited, and Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd. are committed to providing accessible employment practices. Should you require accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process or wish to view our accommodation policies, please contact the Human Resources Department at . For Ontario Applicants, our practices are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Job Posting End Date:

Target Hire Date: 2024-03-11

Target End Date: 2024-12-31

Corby Spirit and Wine