Human Resources Business Partner

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

Reporting to the Director, HRBP, Corporate, the Human Resources Business Partner is responsible for providing strategic HR consulting and problem-solving solutions to the business leaders within Nutrien, primarily supporting Corporate business functions. This position collaborates as a strategic business partner with leaders within the assigned client groups to contribute to business direction and strategy through the effective development and deployment of HR initiatives. This role is instrumental in working with the business to coordinate and oversee large scale organizational transformation while aligning programs and practices to support Nutrien’s business strategy.

What You'll Do

• In partnership with global functional leadership teams, create, implement, and guide human resources priorities and KPIs in support of the functional strategic roadmap.
• Serve as an unbiased consultant to the business to mitigate risk to the company by ensuring fair treatment and a balanced approach for those impacted by the implementation of new policies, procedures, organizational changes, problem resolution, and human capital decisions.
• Consult with leaders to anticipate future human capital requirements based on business, industry, and market conditions.
• Provide HR expertise to client groups as it pertains to total compensation (salary, incentives, benefits, pension), recruitment, organizational effectiveness, succession, and learning and development.
• Anticipate the impact that new or cyclical HR initiatives will have on client groups and work with leaders to implement and execute them accordingly.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of HR initiatives and policies and leverage Centers of Excellence (COEs), external data, and leading practices.
• Utilize change management philosophies to advise and guide client group leaders when designing future-state changes (people, process, and structure), preparing change and communication plans, and implementing changes.
• Apply critical thinking and thought leadership to diagnose moderately complex performance issues, work with business leaders to prepare solutions, and support implementation.
• Support the implementation of HR initiatives and projects within the business function.
• Partner with business leaders to strengthen organizational capability and advance HR Operating Model priorities through organizational design, change leadership, workforce planning, and talent initiatives in support of One Nutrien.
• Work with client groups to champion the enterprise culture of continuous improvement by ensuring appropriate talent and succession structures, engagement models, performance management systems, and recognition programs are in place.
  
  

What You'll Bring

• Undergraduate Degree specializing in Human Resource (HR) Management
• Minimum of 8 years of HR business partnering work experience with proven career growth path in a global organization
• Awareness of the Agriculture, Mining, and Chemical industry practices and cycles would be an asset
• Knowledge of Human Resource governance practices across the geographical locations of Nutrien, particularly in North America
• Experience with large ERP systems (SuccessFactors preferred, but not imperative) and advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills
• Ability to travel occasionally and work flexible hours to support business clients
• Experience in a fast-paced growth environment, providing strategic direction from a human resource standpoint
• Experience with problem solving in complex projects that have a company-wide impact
• Experience with North American human resource practices, preferably in a multi-location and/or unionized environment
• Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive; a team leader who can positively and productively impact both strategic and tactical human resource initiatives
• Exceptional written, interpersonal, and presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate and present a human resource perspective to senior leadership
• Strong verbal and presentation skills with the ability to effectively interact with and influence individuals in different disciplines and at different levels
• Superior leadership skills with the ability to influence and engage indirect reports and peers
• Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution
• Proven ability to work in a matrix environment to reduce information silos, increase cooperation and communication, and work effectively across business functions
• Strong mentoring and coaching experience with business clients and peers of diverse expertise levels
• Experience with change management methodologies to support client groups through transformational change initiatives
• Ability to develop, implement, and manage change effectively
• Highly motivated and able to lead and inspire a team
• Possess a strong ability to develop relationships
• Able to work collaboratively across multiple functions
  
  

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. 

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