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Application & Systems Operations Delivery Lead

  • Calgary, AB, Canada

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Original job description

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. 

Job Summary

The Solution Analyst – Applications, Systems and Database Operations is responsible for supporting the stability, performance, delivery, and operational sustainment of core enterprise application platforms. This role provides advanced technical and functional support, coordinates with managed service partners, assists with incident and problem resolution, and contributes to continuous improvement across multiple ERP and application landscapes.

What You'll Do

Application, Platform, Database & Service Delivery Support

  • Provide advanced Tier 2/3 support for assigned enterprise applications and platforms, including Oracle EBS, SAP ECC, Mainframe, HANA Unify, and related foundational systems
  • Troubleshoot complex functional and technical issues, collaborating with Infrastructure and Applications teams to drive timely resolution and support successful service delivery outcomes
  • Monitor system performance, assist with root-cause analysis, and help prevent recurring incidents through proactive operational and delivery practices
  • Support database related operational activities, including reviewing database performance trends, assisting with query optimization troubleshooting, validating impacts of patches or deployments on database components, and collaborating with DBAs to ensure a healthy and resilient data environment

Service Operations, Coordination & Delivery Execution

  • Support day-to-day operational activities including job monitoring, patch coordination, scheduled maintenance preparation, and system health checks, ensuring seamless service delivery
  • Play an active role in coordinating work with managed service providers by monitoring progress, validating deliverables, and ensuring adherence to operational and delivery focused processes
  • Participate in change, incident, and problem management processes by preparing documentation, updating tickets, contributing insights, and supporting delivery of operational commitments

Release, Change, Deployment & Delivery Support

  • Contribute to release management activities such as validating deployment plans, performing smoke testing, and supporting cutover activities to ensure smooth and predictable delivery cycles
  • Ensure change requests include proper documentation, test evidence, and risk assessment to support quality and reliable delivery

Audit, Compliance & Delivery Governance

  • Assist with evidence collection, ITGC/SOX control execution support, and preparation for internal or external audits
  • Document operational procedures and help maintain compliance with governance frameworks that support trusted and compliant service delivery

Continuous Improvement & Service Delivery Enhancement

  • Identify opportunities to streamline processes, enhance delivery workflows, and improve system stability
  • Support small-to-medium enhancement initiatives and participate in cross-functional efforts aimed at improving delivery efficiency and operational effectiveness

Stakeholder Engagement & Delivery Alignment

  • Act as a point of contact for functional teams to gather requirements, understand issues, and provide updates that support transparent service delivery
  • Support communication between applications, infrastructure, and vendor teams to ensure clarity, alignment, and consistent delivery of expected services

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
  • 6+ years supporting enterprise applications or ERP platforms
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills across application, database, and integration layers
  • Experience working with managed service providers and multi-vendor environments
  • Familiarity with ITIL processes (Incident, Problem, Change) with exposure to service delivery practices
  • Experience with audit controls, evidence preparation, and compliance frameworks considered an asset

What You'll Get

  • 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

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. 

Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please submit a request through our Contact Us form or call 1-800-667-0403 in Canada and 1-800-667-3930 in the US to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Responsibilities

Provide advanced operational and technical support for enterprise applications, platforms, and databases, coordinating incident resolution, maintenance, releases, and managed service providers. Support audit and compliance activities, improve service delivery processes, and align application, infrastructure, vendor, and functional teams.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or equivalent experience is required, along with at least six years supporting enterprise applications or ERP platforms. Candidates should have strong troubleshooting skills across application, database, and integration layers, experience with managed service providers, and familiarity with ITIL processes; audit and compliance experience is an asset.

Skills

  • Enterprise Application Support
  • ERP Platforms
  • Oracle EBS
  • SAP ECC
  • Mainframe Systems
  • HANA Unify
  • Database Operations
  • Incident Management
  • Problem Management
  • Change Management
  • Release Management
  • Root-Cause Analysis
  • Managed Service Provider Coordination
  • ITIL
  • Audit Controls
  • Service Delivery

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Coverage
  • Retirement Program With Employer Matching
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Inclusive Leaves
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Volunteer Time
  • Paid Vacation
  • Wellness Time

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Categories

  • Technology
  • Management & Leadership
  • Agriculture

Keywords

  • Oracle EBS
  • SAP ECC
  • Mainframe
  • HANA Unify
  • Enterprise Applications
  • ERP
  • Database Operations
  • Application Support
  • Tier 2 Support
  • Tier 3 Support
  • Managed Service Providers
  • ITIL
  • Incident Management
  • Problem Management
  • Change Management
  • Release Management
  • Deployment
  • Smoke Testing
  • Cutover
  • Root-Cause Analysis
  • Query Optimization
  • Job Monitoring
  • Patch Coordination
  • System Health Checks
  • ITGC
  • SOX
  • Audit Controls
  • Compliance
  • Service Delivery
  • Continuous Improvement

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