Senior Manager, Compensation

What You'll Do:

• Lead the Upstream, Midstream and Corporate Compensation Advisory function by providing consultative guidance to HRBPs, business leaders, and cross-functional partners on compensation programs, pay decisions, job evaluation, and reward governance
• Partner with compensation advisors and analysts by setting priorities and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality advisory support
• As a member of the Compensation leadership team, develop and translate enterprise compensation strategy, philosophy, and governance standards into practical guidance, tools, and business recommendations
• Advise HRBPs and leaders on compensation-related decisions by applying market data, internal equity, pay transparency principles, business context, and established governance frameworks
• Provide advisory support for annual compensation processes, including merit, short-term incentive, long-term incentive, promotion, retention, and other pay planning activities
• Lead and support job evaluation, leveling, pay range interpretation, and compensation structure guidance to ensure consistent application across functions, geographies, and employee populations
• Analyze compensation trends, market insights, workforce data, regulatory developments, and internal program outcomes to identify risks, opportunities, and recommendations that support talent and business objectives
• Oversee complex compensation inquiries, escalations, and exception requests, ensuring decisions are well-documented, equitable, compliant, and aligned with Nutrien's reward philosophy
• Collaborate with Executive Compensation, HRBPs, HR Operations, Finance, Payroll, Legal, and business stakeholders to deliver integrated compensation solutions and consistent employee experiences
• Develop advisory resources, decision guides, process documentation, communications, and education materials that enable consistent compensation consultation and effective change management
• Lead Compensation Advisory projects and process improvements that enhance governance, service delivery, stakeholder experience, operational effectiveness, and ethical decision-making

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
• 10+ years progressive compensation experience or related HR experience serving at least 4 years in a leadership position
• Excellent understanding in all areas of compensation, including job architecture, short and long-term incentive plan administration and financial acumen
• Experience with HRIS systems, benchmarking and compensation systems
• Knowledge of relevant US, Canada Federal, State/Provincial, Local laws/regulations related to compensation
• Excellent analytical and mathematics skills
• Strong Excel skills and proficient in MS Office Suite
• Ability to utilize consultative expertise and practical insights to shape and drive effective compensation programs and recommendations, demonstrating leadership and influence across all organizational levels

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