Manager, Procurement Governance

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

Job summary

A leading provider of crop inputs and services is seeking a Manager, Procurement Governance for their Calgary location. The role involves developing and executing governance frameworks, managing procurement policies, and leading cross-functional initiatives. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in procurement or supply chain, with strong abilities in governance and policy development. A Bachelor's degree is required along with pertinent professional certifications. This opportunity offers a chance to contribute to operational excellence in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Governance.
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial capacity.
• Demonstrated experience in governance, policy development, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of Procurement’s Governance Framework.
• Facilitate cross-functional business process analysis.
• Draft and manage procurement policies and procedures.

Skills

Governance experience

Policy development

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Law, or related field

Professional certifications such as SCMP, CPSM

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Ariba

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Job description

Manager, Procurement Governance - Calgary, AB or Saskatoon, SK

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, Procurement Governance is a critical role within Nutrien’s Procurement function. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Governance and Process, you will lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of Procurement governance frameworks, including policies, standard operating procedures, compliance mechanisms, and training documentation.

This position ensures operational excellence through effective process design, compliance monitoring, and stakeholder collaboration, ultimately driving accountability and process maturity across Nutrien’s Procurement organization.

What You'll Do:

• Support the development and execution of Procurement’s Governance Framework, aligned to the Procurement Governance Strategy, including governance standards required for procurement systems, in collaboration with system and process owners to ensure consistent utilization and compliance.
• Facilitate and lead cross-functional business process analysis to identify documentation gaps, implement improvement plans, and required change management.
• Draft, review, and manage the publication lifecycle of procurement policies and procedures in collaboration with internal stakeholders across Upstream, Midstream, and Downstream Procurement, Category Management, ESG, Strategic Inclusion, Legal, Internal Audit, and others.
• Manage and modernize Procurement SharePoint sites and associated document libraries to improve accessibility, usability, and version control.
• Drive the creation and maintenance of procurement process documentation (process maps, policies, standards, procedures, work instructions) to support global consistency.
• Oversee recurring governance activities, such as compliance reporting, risk identification, and audit readiness, and support resulting continuous improvement initiatives
• Support functional risk management efforts by identifying procurement and supply chain risks, and contributing to resolution of mitigation strategies and internal controls.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and peer leadership within the Governance & Enablement team.
• Lead change management activities to ensure successful adoption of new or updated policies, tools, and processes.

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Law, or a related field is required.
• Professional certifications such as SCMP, CPSM, or equivalent are considered an asset.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Governance.
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial capacity, ideally within a large, centralized organization.
• Demonstrated experience in governance, policy development, and process improvement.
• Practical experience with Source-to-Pay systems and spend management tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Ariba).
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and managing complex, high-impact projects.
• Expert-level knowledge in business process documentation, process mapping, and policy writing.
• Motivated self-starter with strong analytical, problem-solving, and facilitation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration tools such as SharePoint and Teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive results under tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational capabilities.
• Collaborative and inclusive mindset with a strong commitment to continuous improvement.
• Sound professional judgment with the ability to handle confidential or sensitive issues appropriately.

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 posting will close at 11:59 pm MST on February 9, 2026. 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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At Nutrien, we never stop growing, because our world never does. Our size can help weweather a storm, but with that ability comes a great responsibility—to our growers and customers, our employees and shareholders, our communities, and the planet.

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