Senior Specialist, HRIS

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

This role supports People and Experiences (P&E) technology and processes with the implementation of new solutions as well as the maintenance and support of the existing footprint.   It is responsible for providing advanced support in testing and deploying solutions, configuring master data setup, managing a large catalogue of integration files, and supporting reporting needs within the P&E team and greater business.

This is a 12-month contract position. Please note that contract roles at Hiram Walker & Sons focus on base salary only and do not include additional benefits such as medical coverage or bonus programs. Please keep this in mind when sharing your base salary expectations during the application process.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting and coordinating the configuration and master data set up on Workday system for local configuration of payroll, benefits and time and absence modules (ie. creating / editing plans and eligibility rules, configuring Open Enrollment, updating union rate tables, etc.).
• Lead & coordinate the local testing of Workday in NA for system changes, upgrades and enhancements, troubleshoot system issues and act as key point of contact for escalated Workday issues and NA specific local configuration.
• Support inbound and outbound Workday integrations by liaising with external vendors and consultants on the maintenance and optimization of existing integrations, leading new integration or change requests, monitoring file submissions, troubleshooting errors, and updating schedules.
• Neocase System administration, configuration, and reporting.  Updating categories, rules, business processes, uploading knowledge base articles and creating automation and efficiencies within the tool.
• Act as main point of contact to execute standard HR recurring reporting requests from internal and external customers, including legislative and government reporting, headcount reporting, HR scorecards and Global Social Reporting.
• Provide reporting and presentation support for our annual cycles including Performance Management, Let’s Talk Talent and Calibrations, as well as D&I initiatives.
• Creating and presenting complex data analysis and relevant trends in clear, succinct reports, charts and graphs to key stakeholders.
• Proactively reviewing HQ created Workday reports and dashboards and presenting them to the local P&E teams to advise on their relevance and usefulness and liaising with HQ on NA reporting needs to influence catalogue.
• Leverages knowledge of delivered Workday / HQ reporting library and reporting functionality to minimize instances of custom report development and decrease ongoing report maintenance.
• Ensures new and existing custom reports are optimized for peak performance and proactively monitor reports for error, omission or improvement.
• Promotes reporting automation, self-serve consumption, and the culture of data-driven decision making.
• Takes an active role to help influence and transform the P&E function to be more digitally focused while enabling the employee experience.
• Serve as a steward of user experience and a technical resource for the Workday & Neocase system; developing support materials and user guides.
• Documents and maintains operational procedures relating to processes and integrations.
• Participate as a key functional resource on HRIS projects and other special projects within the HR team.
• Identifying errors and deficiencies, seeking new practices, tools or methods to obtain process improvements in how work is performed and managed in an effort to create efficiencies and enhance the employee experience

Required Skills & Abilities

Education

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 -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 :

2025-09-08

Target End Date : 2025-12-31