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Category Manager

Nutrien5 days ago
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Senior Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage

About the role

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.

What You'll Do

Model our core value of safety by leading and enabling a culture in which you and your team are actively contributing to a safe work environment Partner with Senior Manager, Category Management and stakeholders to develop and manage category strategies for the Specialty Services subcategory by driving the category playbook, identifying value initiatives, managing key global suppliers and agreements, identifying key supplier / site risks and developing mitigation plans Responsible for partnering with sites to obtain strategic input, operationalize results and manage/direct a comprehensive change management strategy across the sites Demonstrated ability to plan and execute complex tasks Comprehensive understanding of Project Management Drive frequent site engagement with site Procurement managers to collect business requirements for sub-categories, site specific risks and opportunities to inform broader category strategies Coach Category Specialists to develop category/spend analytics and market insights tailored to deliver both global category and site level insights Oversee the development and execution of category KPIs (goals & objectives) aligned to Procurement, Business Units and Site’s GPS procurement goals & objectives that will measure the effectiveness of strategic spend management Lead Quarterly/Strategic Business Reviews (QBR’s) with suppliers, defining KPIs and best practices for supplier performance (i.e. on-time delivery), jointly identifying cost savings levers across sites, inventory optimization (lead times, etc.) and other value-added services. Ensure local suppliers, community partnerships, and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion engagement strategies are prioritized and actioned in a collaborative fashion to create sustainable, long-term value for Nutrien and the communities in which we operate Collaborate with peer Category Management, Site Procurement, and Capital Procurement teams to address key Nutrien-wide synergies and ensure value and service level performance expectations are consistently maintainence.

What You'll Bring

15+ years relevant experience in category management, strategic sourcing, supply chain management, project management, engineering, or equivalent In-depth experience with complex category sourcing activities, including capital projects and turnarounds. Broad experience in supply chain, source-to-contract and source-to-pay processes and tools, and a more targeted experience in spend analytics, category strategy development and implementation, competitive sourcing, supplier negotiations & contract negotiation/formation and end to end execution, supplier relationship & contract management and supplier risk management. Track record of effectively driving and managing organizational change and influencing diverse audiences to achieve challenging objectives Analytical abilities and experience using quantitative insights to make decisions and influence stakeholders Experience in leading teams across distributed geographic networks Bachelor’s degree required, ideally in Business, Engineering, or similar discipline

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!

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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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About Nutrien

Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing
10,000+
Founded in 2018

As the largest producer of potash by capacity and one of the world’s largest producers of nitrogen and phosphate, we provide the three key nutrients growers need to produce healthier, more abundant crops.

Our retail operations serve growers in seven countries across three continents, with a history that goes back almost 50 years. With 1,500 locations across North America, Australia and South America, and more than 3,300 crop advisors, we are the world's largest direct-to-grower provider of products, services and solutions. Our commitment to innovation and technology, allow us to provide growers with the best products, advice and solutions to maximize yields and improve their bottom line.

We operate with a long-term view and are committed to working with our stakeholders as we address our economic, environmental and social priorities.

The scale and diversity of our integrated portfolio provides a stable earnings base, multiple avenues for growth and the opportunity to return capital to shareholders, including a stable and growing dividend.

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