Job Description
Job Title:  Specialist, Regulatory - Fertilizer & Plant Nutrition
Requisition ID:  33103
Location:  Deerfield, IL, USA, 60015
Workplace Type:  On-Site
Experience Level:  Associate
Job Type:  Full Time

 

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: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

 

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.  

 

What You'll Do:

 

  • State Registrations: As directed, process state registrations for designated product portfolio, ensuring compliance with state-specific regulatory requirements.
  • Renewals and New Submissions: Support renewal processes through timely and accurate submission of documentation and payments; prepare and submit new registrations as needed.
  • Label Review: Participate in label content development and reviews to ensure correct label versions for assigned product portfolio are registered and requirements are met.
  • State Registration Database: Maintain a comprehensive database of all state registrations, including renewal dates, submission deadlines, and other relevant information. Manage state electronic submission processes via individual state websites.
  • Telus: Maintain accurate product information and registration statuses in Telus.
  • State Inquiries: With guidance, respond to state inquiries regarding product registrations, label updates, or other regulatory matters.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: As directed, collaborate and coordinate with Regulatory Affairs, Product Development, Legal, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Sales, and Marketing to align and complete registration activities. Collect pertinent data in product/formulation launch team meetings and complete appropriate follow-up actions. Support product lifecycle management by deactivating registrations and related tasks.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Monitor state-specific regulatory changes and work with crop nutrition team to assess impacts to Nutrien
  • Regulatory Compliance: Monitor state-specific regulatory changes and work with crop nutrition team to assess impacts to Nutrien products. As directed, implement changes to maintain compliant registration documentation and labeling in a timely and thorough manner.
  • Relationship Building: Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with state regulatory authorities, serving as a credible point of contact for state registration matters.
  • Industry Associations: Maintain awareness of regulatory changes through limited participation in relevant industry associations (AAPFCO, TFI, etc.) and share applicable insights internally.
  • Training and Education: Stay current on industry trends, attend relevant training sessions, and share knowledge with the team to foster regulatory expertise and a culture of compliance.
  • Process Improvement: Continuously identify opportunities to simplify processes and improve workflows, making recommendations in a thoughtful manner.
  • Safety: Model our core value of safety by actively contributing to a safe work environment.
  • Other Duties as Needed: Perform additional regulatory or compliance responsibilities as assigned.

What You'll Bring:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Product Stewardship or related field is required
  • Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in US fertilizer/soil amendment registration
  • Solid understanding of US state-specific submission requirements with desire to learn more about complex, technical matters
  • Effective communication skills, in both written and verbal formats
  • Collaborative mindset and interpersonal effectiveness in working with colleagues across Regulatory specialties
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and compliance
  • Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite, with proficiency in data entry and data tracking
  • Competent in utilizing basic SharePoint functionality
  • Familiarity with Regulatory related software, portals, and databases
  • Willingness to learn other specialties within the Regulatory function, actively participating in cross-training efforts as appropriate
  • Initiative to take appropriate action while maintaining strong self-awareness of skills and knowledge, seeking out additional support when needed
  • Organized approach to completing work in alignment with priorities and deadlines

 

Compensation & Benefits: 

 

The salary range for this role, in Deerfield Corporate Office location, is between $56,500 - $88,770. While we provide this range as general guidance, several factors are taken into consideration when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, candidate skill set, experience and training, licensure and certifications, work location, and other business and organizational needs. Actual salary and benefits may differ based upon location.

 

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance and well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions.  Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program.  Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.   

 

In addition to base pay, this role is also eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan, consistent with the terms of our program(s) where discretionary pay out of awards is reflecting components such as performance of the company and the employee.  Details will be discussed through the application process.  

 

This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position.  The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.  Nutrien also makes internal equity a consideration in all pay decisions.   

 

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, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.    

 

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.    

 

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien  

 

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