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Area Manager
Nutrien
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Source date: 10/16/2026
About this role
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. Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien, providing full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; Proven®Seed and Dyna-Gro®Seed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services. 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 and Nutrien Ag Solutions. What You'll Do: • Oversee sales and operations for a designated territory, including inventory management, receivables, product delivery, and sales performance • Meet or exceed Profit and Loss (P&L) objectives for assigned locations • Ensure all branches effectively promote key Nutrien products for the Division and develop strategies to achieve targeted sales growth • Provide coaching, leadership, and direction to sales staff to achieve sales, margin, and profitability objectives and expand the customer base • Ensure branches within the territory optimize inventory levels to meet customer needs while maintaining appropriate inventory turns • Review and analyze progress against sales forecasts and operational objectives on a regular basis; initiate corrective actions as required • Ensure accurate sales forecasting and timely reporting of expected results • Lead all aspects of human resource management within branches, including hiring, promotions, performance management, coaching, and terminations in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements • Manage and implement collective agreement terms and conditions, where applicable • Analyze capital requirements and provide recommendations for capital budget needs to the Division General Manager • Support divisional teams in budgeting and forecasting processe • Promote, comply with, and enforce all Nutrien policies as well as regulatory, safety, health, and environmental standards • Ensure standards are met for inventory control, cycle counts, and annual audit processes • Perform other related duties as required What You'll Bring: • An agricultural ‑ or commerce ‑ based degree, or an equivalent combination of education and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience • Five (5) to seven (7) years of demonstrated success in farm supply marketing, including at least three (3) years in a management role • Strong people leadership skills with proven ability to coach, motivate, and develop high ‑ performing teams • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision • Proven knowledge of agricultural industry concepts, practices, procedures, and the application of agricultural chemicals • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with effective listening abilities • Strategic mindset with the ability to analyze financial statements and develop and execute multi ‑ branch sales growth plans • Solid understanding of branch operations and equipment • Ability to successfully complete criminal background checks, drug & alcohol testing, and driving record abstracts as required by Nutrien Ag Solutions policies 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. 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. Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please contact the recruiter identified in this posting. Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien To stay connected to us and for the latest job postings and news, follow us on: LinkedIn , Facebook, and Instagram .