Senior Advisor, Global Benefits - Loveland, CO or Deerfield, IL

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.   

 

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.  

 

As Senior Advisor, Global Benefits, you’ll play a critical role in designing and managing competitive, cost-effective benefit programs that align with our total rewards philosophy and business strategy. You’ll act as a trusted advisor to HR and leadership, ensuring compliance, driving innovation, and enhancing employee experience across regions.

 

What You'll Do:

• Design, evaluate, and implement global employee benefit programs, ensuring competitiveness and alignment with Nutrien’s total rewards strategy.
• Analyze market trends, plan performance, and utilization data to optimize benefits offerings.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex benefits issues, providing guidance to HR Business Partners and leadership.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations across regions.
• Lead benefits-related projects, including open enrollment, vendor transitions, and global alignment initiatives.
• Partner with external vendors and consultants to negotiate contracts and monitor service levels.
• Drive employee education and communication strategies to enhance understanding and engagement with benefit programs.

What You'll Bring:

• University degree in HR, Finance, Accounting, or related field; CEBS, CBP, or PHR certification is an asset.
• 8+ years of experience in benefits strategy and program management; US benefits experience is required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Proven project management experience and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Expertise in benefits compliance and familiarity with global regulations and best practices.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build collaborative relationships across HR and Finance teams.
• Proficiency with benefits administration systems and advanced Excel skills.

 

Compensation & Benefits: 

The salary range for this role, in Loveland, CO, is between $87,000 - 149,100. While we provide this range as general guidance, several factors are taken into consideration when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, candidate skill set, experience and training, licensure and certifications, work location, and other business and organizational needs. Actual salary and benefits may differ based upon location.

 

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance and well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions.  Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program.  Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.   

 

In addition to base pay, this role is also eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan, consistent with the terms of our program(s) where discretionary pay out of awards is reflecting components such as performance of the company and the employee.  Details will be discussed through the application process.  

 

This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position.  The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.  Nutrien also makes internal equity a consideration in all pay decisions.   

 

Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!   

 

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, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.    

 

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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