Supervisor, Preboarding - 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: 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.

Reporting to the Director, Employee Services, this role provides leadership and oversight for the Preboarding team and Talent Acquisition Coordination team. You will ensure seamless pre-employment checks and employee onboarding. This position partners closely with HR Business Partners, Recruiters, and Hiring Managers to deliver a best-in-class candidate and new hire experience while driving process improvements and operational excellence.

What You'll Do

  • Lead and develop the Preboarding & TA Coordination teams to deliver exceptional service and meet SLAs
  • Set clear goals, monitor performance, and provide coaching to ensure service quality and compliance
  • Manage all preboarding activities: offer letter processing, pre-employment checks, IT setup coordination, and first-day readiness
  • Track KPIs such as preboarding cycle time, compliance accuracy, candidate satisfaction
  • Ensure timely completion of pre-employment paperwork and system access to accelerate productivity
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. and Canadian policies and practices
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices across HR operations
  • Collaborate with TA leadership to identify opportunities for automation and process optimization
  • Partner with Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners, and IT to streamline workflows and resolve escalations

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • 5+ years of experience in HR support or shared services environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
  • Strong knowledge of Onboarding, Talent Acquisition Coordination, Data Administration and SuccessFactors HCM
  • Passion for delivering world-class customer service with focused attentiveness and responsiveness to customer needs
  • Highly self-motivated, self-starter with the ability to work independently and prioritize workload
  • Work collaboratively with others, creating partnerships with management, colleagues, and the rest of the human resources function
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to handle numerous projects simultaneously, while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail
  • Experience with continuous process improvement and automation initiatives
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 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.

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien.

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