Sr Specialist, Regulatory - Fertilizer & Plant Nutrition

Nutrien • Deerfield, IL

15h • Onsite

About The Position

This position requires 5 days in office in Deerfield, IL. The position will be posted from April 22 to May 6th 2026. 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 a relevant field (e.g., biology, chemistry, engineering, toxicology, environmental sciences, product stewardship, or related discipline)
• 6+ years of experience in registration of fertilizer, biostimulant, or soil amendment products in the US under fertilizer regulations
• Proficient understanding of state fertilizer regulations and AAPFCO requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across technical and business functions
• Proven ability to manage complex registration portfolios and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated skills in relationship building, process improvement, and knowledge management

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a relevant field or relevant working experience (quality control, R&D, regulatory experience in other fields) will be considered in addition to specific fertilizer registration experience
• Knowledge of Canada’s fertilizer regulatory framework preferred

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of state registrations for designated product portfolios, ensuring compliance with state‑specific regulatory requirements, including California, Washington, and Oregon regulations
• Participate in label reviews to ensure correct label versions are registered with the States and meet applicable requirements
• Monitor state‑specific regulatory changes, assess impacts to Nutrien products, and proactively communicate and implement necessary changes to maintain compliance
• Maintain positive, professional relationships with state regulatory authorities, serving as the main point of contact for state registration matters
• 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
• Oversee renewal processes and ensure timely submission of documentation and payments; prepare and submit new registrations when required
• Evaluate changes in regulatory requirements and implement necessary modifications to registration documentation and labeling
• Maintain accurate product information and registration statuses in Telus
• Respond to inquiries, questions, and requests for information regarding product registrations, label updates, or other regulatory matters
• Work closely with Regulatory Affairs, Product Development, Legal, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Sales, and Marketing to align and complete registration activities. Participate in product/formulation launch teams and assist with product life‑cycle management
• Maintain awareness of regulatory changes through limited participation in relevant industry associations (AAPFCO, TFI, etc.) and share applicable insights internally
• Collaborate with regulatory leadership to ensure documentation of team and cross‑functional processes, retention of institutional knowledge, and regular updates to SOPs, templates, and guidance documents
• Stay current on industry trends, attend relevant training sessions, and share knowledge with the team to foster regulatory expertise and a culture of compliance
• Maintain trackers and databases; identify opportunities to simplify processes and improve workflows
• Perform additional regulatory or compliance responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

• comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage
• life insurance
• disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week
• retirement program with generous matching employer contributions
• paid vacation
• sick days
• holidays
• paid personal and maternity/parental leaves
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees