Senior Manager, Corporate Communications Calgary, AB or Saskatoon, SK

Nutrien; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of crop inputs is seeking a Senior Manager of Corporate Communications to shape its corporate narrative and manage media relations. The ideal candidate will have 15 years of experience in communications and exceptional storytelling skills. This high-impact role requires strong judgment and the ability to convert business priorities into effective communications. Join this inclusive workplace in Calgary to make an impact and elevate the company’s profile globally.

Qualifications

• 15 years of progressive experience in media corporate communications or external affairs.
• Demonstrated expertise in issues management and crisis response.
• Proven ability to partner with executives and translate strategy into relatable communications.

Responsibilities

• Shape and steward Nutrien's global corporate narrative.
• Develop high-quality executive communications materials.
• Lead media relations supported by teams and external agencies.

Skills

Strong writing and storytelling skills

Media engagement

Crisis management

Collaborative style

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related fields

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. Were guided by our culture of care and our core values : safety inclusion integrity and results. When we say we care we mean it. Were 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 26000 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 Senior Manager Corporate Communications is a strategic media-savvy communicator with a proven track record in shaping corporate narrative driving engagement and safeguarding reputation. This role blends strategic influence with hands‑on execution positioning Nutrien as a trusted voice with employees stakeholders and the media.

Reporting to the Director Corporate and External Communications this leader will oversee day‑to‑day corporate media relations deliver compelling corporate communications and serve as a trusted partner in reputation management guiding proactive media strategies as well as responsive issues and crisis communications.

This is a high‑impact role that requires exceptional judgment strong external relationships and the ability to translate business priorities into clear consistent and engaging communications. Success in this role means amplifying Nutriens corporate story and reputation in global priority markets building visibility for executives maintaining discipline in media engagement and ensuring corporate communications seamlessly reinforce both business and brand priorities.

What you will do:

• Help shape and steward Nutriens global corporate narrative assess current perceptions and define the story we want to be known for ensuring it reflects our strategy culture and leadership
• Elevate Nutriens profile with key global audiences by collaborating across communications functions to design and execute an integrated strategy that tells our story in engaging creative ways across both established and emerging channels.
• Partner with the Director to build and deliver a global podium strategy for the CEO ELT and VP leaders positioning them as visible credible voices in priority markets and on relevant platforms.
• Amplify and contextualize Investor Relations messaging translating financial and operational results into clear compelling communications for employees and external stakeholders.
• Develop high-quality executive communications materials including speeches op‑ed press releases and thought leadership content that strengthen executive visibility and reinforce Nutriens reputation and strategic priorities.
• Design and lead a global employee video strategy that brings the Nutrien story to life showcasing the breadth and impact of our diverse global business.
• Establish processes to curate and source content contributions from across Nutriens operations with centralized post‑production and editing managed from Calgary.
• Build a scalable enterprise‑wide video production capability that delivers consistent high‑quality storytelling across platforms.
• Develop and deliver a global live event strategy with televisual‑quality production scripting and hosting ensuring large‑scale employee events are impactful professional and engaging.
• Shape Nutriens global media and stakeholder engagement strategy building a comprehensive media dashboard to track measure and report on global activity.
• Lead the day‑to‑day management of corporate and trade media relations supported by in‑market teams and external agencies.
• Build and sustain trusted relationships with key journalists securing high‑value coverage opportunities that strengthen Nutriens reputation.
• Serve as a corporate spokesperson when appropriate representing Nutrien with clarity and credibility.
• Partner with operational communications teams to ensure sites maintain a ready inventory of visual video and explainer assets for proactive storytelling or rapid deployment during issues.
• Act as a strategist and executor during issues and crises collaborating with the Director operational communicators and cross‑functional partners to ensure coordinated disciplined responses.
• Develop maintain and embed crisis playbooks and protocols ensuring organizational readiness and consistency in execution.
• Partner with the Manager Digital Communications (dotted line) to align corporate narrative with creative execution across all digital and social channels.
• Amplify earned media corporate milestones and executive visibility through integrated use of owned and paid digital platforms ensuring continuity of voice and impact across audiences.

What will you bring:

• Bachelors degree in communications Journalism Public Relations or Business.
• 15 years of progressive experience in media corporate communications or external affairs.
• Strong track record of managing global and national media engagement.
• Demonstrated expertise in issues management and crisis response.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills across formats.
• Proven ability to partner with executives and translate strategy into relatable communications.
• Business acumen spanning corporate and industry‑facing sectors.
• Comfortable as a spokesperson and event host.
• Analytical mindset with experience using monitoring and insights to adapt strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to balance proactive reputation building with disciplined risk management.
• Collaborative style with ability to work across geographies and functions.

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The estimated salary that Indeed Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutriens 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 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 must meet minimum age requirements as permitted by law.

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