Senior Advisor, Workforce Planning - Calgary, AB or Saskatoon, SK

Nutrien; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural input provider is seeking a Senior Advisor, Workforce Planning to oversee the implementation of workforce planning initiatives. The role requires a bachelor's degree and over 6 years of HRIS experience, including expertise in SAP SuccessFactors. Candidates must exhibit strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills. This full-time position is based in Calgary or Saskatoon.

Qualifications

• 6+ years relevant experience in HRIS/HR Operations with hands-on experience in SuccessFactors Position Management.
• Familiarity with workforce planning and headcount budgeting.
• Disciplined approach to HR data governance and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of workforce plans across business units.
• Analyze workforce data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Validate position data with Finance and HR teams.

Skills

Analytical strength with advanced Microsoft Excel

Clear, confident communication skills

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Information Systems

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Workday

Job description

Senior Advisor, Workforce Planning - Calgary, AB or Saskatoon, SK

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This role will be based out of Calgary, AB or Saskatoon, SK.

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.

We are seeking a strategic and analytical Senior Advisor, Workforce Planning to lead the implementation and execution of our workforce planning initiatives for both employees and contractors. This role plays a critical part in ensuring our workforce aligns with business needs, budget targets, and long-term talent strategies.

What You Will Do

• Lead the execution of workforce plans across business units, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational requirements.
• Partner closely with Centers of Excellence, HR Business Partners, Finance and Leaders to forecast headcount needs and manage workforce budgets.
• Act as the subject matter expert for position management, ensuring roles are aligned with job profiles, titles, grades, cost centers, locations, and FTEs based on our global job architecture.
• Analyze workforce data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for optimization.
• Support headcount planning cycles, including budget submissions and variance analysis.
• Ensure every hire and requisition is tied to an approved, budgeted position, helping prevent overspending and maintain budget discipline.
• Validate position data with Finance, Talent Acquisition, HRBPs, and HR Reporting to support accurate dashboards, recruiting pipelines, and workforce plans.
• Monitor and track vacancies, including vacancy age and recruitment status, and coordinate with Talent Acquisition to open requisitions for approved roles.
• Run regular and ad-hoc reports to monitor data quality, vacancy rates, and organizational structure, and proactively resolve any data issues.
• Provide guidance and training to HRBPs and leaders on structuring roles within the job framework and using position management tools effectively.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations related to workforce planning and position management.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.
• 6+ years relevant experience in HRIS/HR Operations with hands-on experience in SuccessFactors Position Management (or similar). An equivalent combination of education and experience can be considered.
• HRIS expertise across configuration and reporting in SAP SuccessFactors or Workday; understanding of position hierarchies, position-based permissions, and staffing models.
• Business knowledge of core HR processes (hire, job change, termination) and how they intersect with position control.
• Familiarity with workforce planning and headcount budgeting.
• Analytical strength with advanced Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, charts); experience with HR reporting/analytics tools is an asset.
• Clear, confident communication skills with the ability to present training and explain process and data topics to varied audiences.
• Disciplined approach to HR data governance, confidentiality, and compliance with internal policies and applicable regulations.
• Preferred: SuccessFactors certification (Employee Central/Position Management) or equivalent; experience in a large/global enterprise and with HRIS implementations or upgrades; Lean/Six Sigma and/or PMP/Agile fundamentals.
• Competencies: attention to detail, systems thinking, analytical problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration (HR/Finance/TA/IT), proactive ownership, strong organization and time management, adaptability.

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!

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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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Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales
• Industries: Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing