Specialist, Regulatory - Fertilizer & Plant Nutrition

Nutrien • Deerfield, AZ

12d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Product Stewardship or related field is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in US fertilizer/soil amendment registration.
• Solid understanding of US state-specific submission requirements with desire to learn more about complex, technical matters.
• Effective communication skills, in both written and verbal formats.
• Collaborative mindset and interpersonal effectiveness in working with colleagues across Regulatory specialties.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Skilled in using Microsoft Office Suite, with proficiency in data entry and data tracking.
• Competent in utilizing basic SharePoint functionality.
• Familiarity with Regulatory related software, portals, and databases.
• Willingness to learn other specialties within the Regulatory function, actively participating in cross-training efforts as appropriate.
• Initiative to take appropriate action while maintaining strong self-awareness of skills and knowledge, seeking out additional support when needed.
• Organized approach to completing work in alignment with priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process state registrations for designated product portfolio, ensuring compliance with state-specific regulatory requirements.
• Support renewal processes through timely and accurate submission of documentation and payments; prepare and submit new registrations as needed.
• Participate in label content development and reviews to ensure correct label versions for assigned product portfolio are registered and requirements are met.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of all state registrations, including renewal dates, submission deadlines, and other relevant information.
• Manage state electronic submission processes via individual state websites.
• Maintain accurate product information and registration statuses in Telus.
• Respond to state inquiries regarding product registrations, label updates, or other regulatory matters.
• Collaborate and coordinate with Regulatory Affairs, Product Development, Legal, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Sales, and Marketing to complete registration activities.
• Collect pertinent data in product and formulation launch team meetings and complete appropriate follow-up actions.
• Support product life cycle management by deactivating registrations and completing related tasks.
• Monitor state-specific regulatory changes and work with the Crop Nutrition team to assess impacts on Nutrien products.
• Implement changes as directed to maintain compliant registration documentation and labeling.
• Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with state regulatory authorities and serve as a credible point of contact for state registration matters.
• Maintain awareness of regulatory changes through participation in relevant industry associations (AAPFCO, TFI, etc.) and share applicable insights internally.
• Stay current on industry trends, attend relevant training sessions, and share knowledge with the team to foster regulatory expertise and a culture of compliance.
• Continuously identify opportunities to simplify processes and improve workflows, making recommendations in a thoughtful manner.
• Model our core value of safety by actively contributing to a safe work environment.
• Perform additional regulatory or compliance responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance.
• Disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week.
• Retirement program with generous matching employer contributions.
• Paid vacation, sick days and holidays.
• Paid personal and maternity/parental leaves.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Eligible to participate in annual incentive plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level