Government & Industry Affairs Manager

Nutrien•Columbia, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Director, Global Government & Industry Affairs, the Government & Industry Affairs Manager is responsible for advancing Nutrien's public policy objectives and protecting the Company's business interests through strategic engagement with government, industry, and regulatory stakeholders. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the role develops and maintains relationships with policymakers and key influencers in Washington, D.C., while monitoring, analyzing, and responding to legislative and regulatory developments that impact Nutrien's business, reputation, and performance. The position leads advocacy efforts, supports internal policy development and alignment, provides strategic issue analysis, and helps shape and execute government and industry affairs strategies to achieve business objectives. This position requires a proactive individual able to work independently with Members of Congress, top government officials, and the company's senior leadership.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of experience developing and leading government affairs, public policy, and stakeholder engagement strategies within the energy, agriculture, fertilizer, or related sectors
Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Communications, Business, Agriculture, Law, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience dealing with policy-making processes, whether on Capitol Hill, in the executive branch, or within similar trade associations
Demonstrated success building and maintaining effective relationships with elected officials, government agencies, regulators, industry associations, and other key external stakeholders
Strong understanding of the legislative, regulatory, and political processes and their impact on the energy, agriculture, and petrochemical industries at the state, federal, and international levels
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate ambiguity, and respond effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex issues to diverse audiences and influence decision-making
Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities
Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and drive outcomes with a high degree of autonomy
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as required to support stakeholder engagement, advocacy activities, and business objectives. (approximately 10-20%)

Responsibilities

Support, develop and execute on a multifaceted Government and Industry Affairs Strategy within the United States Federal government, under leadership of the Sr. Director, Global Government & Industry Affairs (Washington, DC)
Lead government relations and lobbying efforts on issues including transportation, tax, broadband, biofuels, and other issues
Interact daily with senior government leadership/officials and represent Nutrien before a wide range of stakeholders
Represent Nutrien on various trade associations, serving on industry committees or boards as required, and work closely with Nutrien’s customers and other partners in a fast paced, demanding environment
Manage lobbying within portfolio of legislative and executive branch officials across the spectrum of leadership, from staff to Members of Congress, Agency Heads, and Department Secretaries
Work closely with all corporate functions and Business Units to meet government relations requirements, and serving in an executional and advisory role as required
Work across Nutrien’s diverse business portfolio to help develop corporate positioning and advocacy strategies to meet Nutrien’s public policy and business objectives