Job Summary

This role reports directly to the Sr Manager, Downstream Procurement Operations

What You'll Do:

Procurement Strategy and Execution

Implement the Procurement department strategy across Downstream operations to drive value creation, enterprise-wide efficiency and consistent market approaches
Deliver value to Nutrien by leading sourcing, contracting and supplier relationship management activities
Collaborate with internal stakeholder groups, including Potash, Nitrogen, Phosphate, and Category Management, to eliminate redundancies
Identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives that deliver sustainable value and mitigate organizational risk
Foster a collaborative environment that empowers the team, enhances strategic skillsets, and maintains high service levels
Uphold Nutrien’s safety programs, ethical standards, and procurement policy compliance across all sourcing and supplier engagements

Procurement Support

Analyze business demands to determine the most effective fulfillment channels and procurement mechanisms for requisitions
Operationalize into the Downstream network the strategies and category approaches delivered by Category Management
Manage key suppliers, categories and subcategories that are integral to the Downstream business but are out of scope of Category Management
Lead the full sourcing lifecycle from developing RFQs and conducting complex negotiations to final contract execution
Monitor regional spend data to identify opportunities for new sourcing events or spend channel migration
Lead in the operationalization and provide expert guidance to end-users on P2P processes and digital tools, including SAP S/4HANA, Ariba Guided Buying, and Candex
Optimize the adoption of digital procurement platforms, contract execution tools, and automated sourcing systems

Service Delivery Focus

Bridge Upstream, Midstream and Downstream Operations by fostering seamless collaboration between back-office and frontline teams
Deliver reliable and responsive support to Operations by accurately addressing stakeholder priorities and resolving critical challenges
Serve as the primary liaison for end-user technical queries, managing the resolution process and escalating complex issues to management when necessary
Cultivate strategic supplier relationships while developing commercial and process efficiencies that provide measurable value to Nutrien
Coordinate communication and cooperation across Procurement, Legal, Accounts Payable, IT, and other interdependent teams to ensure alignment across all back-office functions

Knowledge

Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or supply chain within industrial environments
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field; equivalent professional experience is also accepted
Professional certifications in Procurement, Inventory Management, Lean Six Sigma, or Operational Planning

Skills

Superior analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to generate innovative, actionable recommendations
Self-motivated and high-energy mindset with a proven track record as a change agent and facilitator
Advanced negotiation techniques used to secure favorable terms and sustainable organizational value

Abilities

Proven success in independently managing procurement and supply chain strategies within a corporate support function
Ability to influence all levels of management and staff through exceptional written communication and oral presentation skills
Hands-on approach and willingness to perform diverse duties to ensure the successful completion of team objectives

Purpose-Driven Work– Make an impact as part of a global team feeding the future and support farmers locally and around the world
Excellent Benefits – Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, plus a retirement program with generous employer matching for your future
Grow Your Career – Tuition assistance for future education and ongoing learning and training opportunities for career advancement pathways across the organization
Support When it Matters – Employee Assistance Programs, inclusive leaves, and paid time for holidays, volunteering, vacation, and wellness
Thrive in a Strong Culture – Guided by our core values we put safety first, act with integrity, are stronger together, and deliver with excellence in a collaborative, high-performing environment