Director, Sustainability

5 months ago


Toronto, Canada Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd. Full time

Company Name: Hiram Walker & Sons Ltd.

Location: Toronto, ON, Canada, or Remote
- Hiram Walker and Corby’s 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’s 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’s Best Workplaces for 7 years by The Great Place to Work® 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 convivialité, 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

Note: This is a maternity leave cover on a one year, fixed-term contract. Based out of Toronto, Ontario or remotely, with travel to various sites across Canada/US a handful of times throughout the year.

The Director, Sustainability and Responsibility will be responsible for maintaining corporate and brand Sustainability and Responsibility programs in line with Pernod Ricard’s global S&R strategy and individual brand strategies. Reporting to the SVP, Operations, NADL, the individual will produce and execute detailed strategic plans, and build effective relationships with internal and external partners. The S&R Director will work with a cross functional network of business leaders to meet the company’s environmental and social targets. In addition, he/she will implement a range of initiatives designed to drive reputation, engage key stakeholders, achieve business goals and strengthen communities in which we live and work.

Key Responsibilities
- North American S&R Strategy
- Lead the strategic Sustainability & Responsibility (S&R) plan for Pernod Ricard North America (covering all offices and operational sites in both the United States and Canada).
- Represent Pernod Ricard North America in various external organizations, actively participating to further progress sustainability & responsibility within the Wine & Spirits industry.
- Proactively engage with and mobilize stakeholders to ensure buy-in and approval on key projects and initiatives.
- Key point of liaison with the Global Sustainability & Responsibility team.
- Delivering on NA S&R Roadmap
- Responsible for the management and reporting of progress for all North American KPIs linked with broader global Group S&R strategy.
- Manage project deliverables, stakeholders, and timelines across all S&R projects across the four pillars of the strategy including updating top management on a regular basis of progress.
- Lead the implementation of various strategic S&R initiatives across the region including regenerative agricultural practices, sustainable bartending, circularity & recycling solutions, renewable energy sourcing, championing responsible drinking and more.
- Partner with Corporate Services to implement S&R Office Guidelines and best practices.
- Actively engage with external organizations including Responsibility.org and the Distilled Spirts Council to further progress on sustainability within the spirits and wine industry.
- Work in collaboration with Public Affairs and Communications to secure Pernod Ricard’s position as an industry leader in responsible consumption.
- Corporate Citizenship
- Collaborate with HR partners to support the Organization’s efforts in “Valuing People”, including: Health & Safety, Supporting Trade workers, Charitable Contributions, Supplier Diversity and Future Fit Training of employees.
- Maintain Pernod Ricard’s position as a leading corporate citizen, engaging with nonprofits to drive shared strategic goals.
- Responsible for the creation and execution for all Responsib'All Day activations across the US and Canada - Responsib'All Day is Pernod Ricard's annual event where all 19,000 employees step away from their daily tasks to engage in local community projects.
- Sustainability & Responsibility Communications
- Work closely with the NA Corporate Communications team to amplify our visibility and profile both internally and externally, telling the Pernod Ricard S&R story.
- Budgeting and Management
- Oversee dedicated budget to achieve strategic priorities.
- Directly manage on full time employee including career development and technical guidance.
- Work with an



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