Sr Mgr, Product Stewardship

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.  

With guidance and direction from the Director, Product Risk & Stewardship, the Senior Manager oversees the development, implementation and operation of Product Stewardship programs at Nutrien, and leads the HazComm and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) authoring team within the Product Stewardship capability. 

What you will do:

• Develop and implement programs to meet various product stewardship compliance requirements throughout the lifecycle of nutrien products and operations.
• Develop and operate suitable, adequate and effective product stewardship programs which consider the complete fertilizer supply chain, and fit the Nutrien business.
• Lead the HazComm & Safety Data Sheet (SDS) authoring sub-team within the Product Stewardship operational structure, and manage resources to maintain an effective team.
• Monitor and interpret compliance for Canada and the US related to hazard communication, and provide strategic guidance on compliance strategies.
• Manage reporting requirements for Product Stewardship and lead cross-functional initiatives where needed to complete reporting requirements.
• Continuously improve product stewardship metrics and ensure alignment of expectations with senior leadership and internal customers.
• Contribute to continuously improve the Product Stewardship program by designing new processes and tools, and building and maintaining beneficial relationships with stakeholders in the business and partner capabilities.
• Foster a learning environment in the HazComm & SDS authoring sub-team to ensure employees understand the businesses they support and work proactively to solve customer challenges and support business bets.
• Mentor and coach employees with a strong development mindset. Employees take on new challenges, develop and grow, and understand their next role. Create a talent pipeline to grow our Product Stewardship talent within Nutrien.
• Champion Senior Management approved initiatives to mitigate product stewardship risks for Nutrien (e.g., product security programs, customer use, SDS automated delivery).
• Collaborate with Sales & Marketing teams to provide strategic guidance on growth strategies and ensure performance.
• Progress the advancement of product stewardship for the fertilizer industry and represent the company with external organizations, where appropriate. Benchmark programs, participate in regulatory advocacy through trades, and bring learnings back to Nutrien to inform our strategies for Product Stewardship compliance.

What you will bring:

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field (e.g., biology, chemistry, engineering, toxicology, environmental sciences, product stewardship or a related field).
• Minimum 5 years experience working in the product stewardship, chemical compliance or related field.
• Minimum 2 years management experience leading a team.
• A fundamental understanding of chemistry as it relates to product formulation and component reactivity as well as hazard classification and toxicology.
• Ability to interpret legislation, critically assess risk, communicate a range of potential impacts and formulate compliance solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate actionable requirements and issues across to the business, through an economic lens.
• The individual must demonstrate considerable decision making and consensus building abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrixed environment and exert influence to acheive informed decision-making and resolution of challenges.

Preferred

• 7 years experience working in product stewardship, chemical compliance, regulatory affairs, or a related field.
• 5 years experience leading teams.
• 3 years experience in a laboratory, research environment, or toxicology setting.

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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