Director, Enterprise Risk

This position is required to be on-site at either our Calgary, Alberta or Saskatoon, Saskatchewan corporate office.

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. When we say we care, we mean it. We’re creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, has a sense of belonging, trusts one another, and acts with integrity.   

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders.  Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.  

This position reports to the Vice President, Internal Audit. 

What you will do:  

• Lead and champion Nutrien's ERM program, including continuous review of the program design, maintenance of the enterprise risk register and risk reporting. Actively monitor risk and support the development of key risk indicators to help identify potential risk events that could have a significant impact on our strategic objectives. 
• Foster communication across functions to identify emerging risks and develop robust risk treatment plans. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to establish, implement, and maintain effective risk mitigation strategies. 
• Facilitate risk workshops and training sessions aimed at increasing risk awareness and competencies. 
• Ensure the risk management process and strategy setting process result in a purposeful alignment of strategy and risk; 
• Develop and enhance consolidated risk reports for the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and the Board.  
• Ensure the integration of risk insights into key decision-making processes to inform strategic objectives and prioritize risk management efforts. 
• Oversee the preparation of external disclosures related to risk, including the Annual Information Form (AIF), Annual Report, and Sustainability Reports.  
• Oversee centralized management of policies across the organization, ensuring they are consistent and aligned with global practices.  
• Apply effective leadership skills to manage the ERM team, including performance management, career development, and budget oversight. Cultivate a team environment that encourages proactive engagement with risk management activities and initiatives. 

What you will bring:  
 

• Undergraduate degree in Finance or similar discipline
• 15+ years of Enterprise Risk Management or Finance experience with at least 5 years of leadership experience
• Proven experience leading an Enterprise risk function in a large global matrixed organization is preferred 
• Experience overseeing risk management discussions with the ELT and preparing Board level reporting  
• Ability to think creatively and eager to develop innovative solutions 
• Strong mentoring and coaching experience to aid financial team members and peers with diverse levels of expertise 
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with all levels of management within the organization  
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships, influence and achieve alignment across a range of stakeholder groups and drive risk ownership accountability and action 
• People leadership as a priority, team builder and champion 
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills, with comfort working cross-functionally to gather information  
• Proven change agent with excellent facilitation and problem-solving skills 
• Knowledge of agriculture, retail, and chemical markets 
• Understanding of business processes and process improvement methodologies and transformation 

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!   

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.   

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.   

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