What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager Job position at Nutrien?
JOB SUMMARY
The Human Resources Manager is a key member of the site leadership team, responsible for driving people strategy and HR excellence across a multi-site manufacturing footprint. Supporting both the Beaumont, TX facility and a secondary site in Pineville, LA, this role plays a critical part in aligning business objectives with talent, culture, and organizational effectiveness.
This position operates at both a strategic and hands-on level, partnering closely with plant and business leaders to enhance workforce performance, lead change initiatives, and foster a positive employee experience. You will oversee the full employee lifecycle while ensuring consistent, compliant, and impactful HR processes across sites.
If you thrive in fast-paced industrial environments and enjoy influencing leaders, building strong cultures, and driving measurable business results through people—this role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
HR Business Partnership & Leadership
- Serve as a trusted advisor and active member of site leadership teams
- Partner with leaders to define and execute site-level HR strategy aligned with business goals
- Lead workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational development initiatives
- Provide coaching and guidance on leadership effectiveness, team performance, and employee engagement
- Support consistent HR practices and employee experience across multiple sites
Talent Management & Employee Experience
- Lead the full employee lifecycle including recruiting, onboarding, development, performance, and retention
- Foster a high-performance, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture
- Partner with leaders to identify and develop high-potential talent
- Drive employee engagement initiatives and action planning
HR Operations & Process Excellence
- Implement and manage core HR processes including performance management, talent reviews, and compensation practices
- Ensure accuracy of HR data and effective use of HR systems
- Partner with HR Centers of Excellence to deliver best-in-class programs and solutions
- Leverage HR metrics and analytics to inform decision-making and track performance
Employee Relations & Compliance
- Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution and corrective action
- Conduct investigations and partner with legal resources when appropriate
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
- Promote a fair, respectful, and legally compliant workplace environment
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, coach, and develop a small HR and training team
- Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Promote professional growth and capability building within the team
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
- Master’s degree or HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR, etc.) preferred
Experience, Qualifications & Skills:
- 5 years of progressive HR experience, including HR Business Partnering
- 2 years of experience in an HR leadership or management role
- Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred
- Strong knowledge of employee relations, talent management, and HR processes
- Demonstrated ability to influence, coach, and build relationships at all levels of an organization
- Strong analytical skills with experience using HR metrics and data to drive decisions
- Ability to work effectively in a matrixed and multi-site environment
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Experience with HR systems (SAP, SuccessFactors, or similar) preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Travel: Up to 20% to support secondary site and business needs
- Work Environment: Manufacturing setting supporting plant operations