Manager, Planning & Continuous Improvement

Nutrien Ag Solutions Limited; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural services company in Calgary is seeking a Manager of Planning & Continuous Improvement. This role involves developing procurement strategies, mentoring teams, and managing end-to-end work planning. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in procurement and change management. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, along with experience in ERP systems like SAP or Oracle. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in procurement or project management.
• Proven expertise in developing Continuous Improvement frameworks.
• 2+ years of leadership experience.
• Expert level knowledge in leading transformative projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of a Continuous Improvement strategy for Procurement.
• Identify improvement opportunities in procurement processes.
• Mentor and coach team members in CI methodologies.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on Procurement strategy.

Skills

Procurement processes expertise

Change management skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Strategic mindset

Leadership abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP ECC

SAP S4

Oracle

PeopleSoft

Job description

Location: Calgary, AB, CA, T2J 7E8 | Saskatoon, SK, CA, S7K 5R6

Workplace Type: On‑Site

Experience Level: Mid‑Senior Level

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: 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.

The Manager, Planning & Continuous Improvement plays a pivotal role within Nutrien’s Procurement function, leading the development and execution of a Continuous Improvement (CI) strategy. This role is responsible for designing and implementing a fit‑for‑purpose framework for intake, prioritization, and stewardship of CI initiatives, while facilitating commercial work planning across various procurement groups. As a trusted partner and strategic advisor, you will support leadership in decision‑making, visioning, and roadmap development for Procurement.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in procurement processes, tools, and data, with a demonstrated ability to influence at all levels—including senior leadership—within both Procurement and business.

What you will do:

• Lead development of a Continuous Improvement (CI) strategy for Procurement including a framework for intake, prioritization and stewardship of initiatives.
• Lead cross‑functional resources in identification of improvement opportunities related to procurement processes and technology, developing robust business cases and deploying an effective prioritization approach.
• Collaborate with a team of senior procurement professionals to develop commercial work plans, connect the plans to the Value reporting framework and steward progress.
• Provide mentorship, coaching, and training to upskill team members in CI methodologies and change management practices.
• Manage end‑to‑end work planning, integrating demand forecasting, capacity planning, CI ambitions, and organizational priorities to deliver business value.
• Serve as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to leadership in the development of the long‑term Procurement strategy and roadmap.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders (e.g., IT, PMO, Finance, Legal) to drive alignment and ensure cohesive execution.
• Lead change management efforts for key procurement initiatives, supporting a unified ‘One Nutrien’ culture across sites and business units.
• Stand up a change management team and develop a robust change management program, improving effectiveness of procurement initiatives.
• Facilitate workshops and strategic discussions to align teams around long‑term goals and objectives.
• Apply strategic thinking and procurement expertise to guide investments in tools and processes, minimizing regret costs and maximizing value.
• Model our core value of safety by leading and enabling a culture in which you are actively contributing to a safe work environment.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain and/or project management, with proven expertise in developing Continuous Improvement framework and long‑term strategic roadmaps. Proven experience in leading change management initiatives in a large‑cap organization.
• 2+ years of leadership experience with a demonstrated ability to lead teams in formal or informal capacity.
• Experience working with one or more of the following ERP systems: SAP ECC, SAP S4, Oracle, PeopleSoft.
• Deep expertise in Procurement processes across the source‑to‑pay cycle and the enabling technology; experience and knowledge of category management, sourcing, contracting and/or transactional procurement.
• Professional certification in Project Management, Change Management and/or MBA is considered an asset.
• Expert level knowledge and proven experience in leading transformative and continuous improvement projects/ portfolios, spanning across multiple functions and domains.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, collaboration and presentation skills.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to tailor messaging at various levels and influence.
• Strategic mindset and strong business acumen, with proven ability to drive results.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, matrixed organization.

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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