Supply Chain Analyst, Quality (Temporary 18 Months)

Not every role connects Saskatchewan to the world. This one does.

At Canpotex, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution in a business that connects Saskatchewan potash to customers in more than 40 countries worldwide. You'll work across functions, build relationships throughout the organization, and take ownership of work that supports Canpotex’s performance while helping connect Saskatchewan to the world.

We are hiring a temporary Supply Chain Analyst, Quality, for an 18 to 20-month term.

As a Supply Chain Analyst, Quality, you’ll:

• Update and maintain quality documentation and technical databases, including product specs, GSWI, best practices, and claims.
• Coordinate and participate in quality programs and technical working groups.
• Maintain expertise in physical and chemical properties of all Canpotex products to support inquiries, audits, and operational decisions.
• Ensure proper material handling at load ports to protect product integrity throughout the supply chain.
• Respond to customer questions about product quality, specifications, and production processes.
• Occasionally travel to load ports, disports, labs, and mine sites to represent Canpotex and support quality investigations.
• Support the Manager with continuous improvement strategies for the supply chain.
• Develop positive relationships with mine sites, quality vendors, and stakeholders.

You’ll bring:

• A degree or diploma in natural science, engineering or a related field and a minimum of 2 to 3 years of related experience.
• Experience in potash production and/or a potash laboratory environment, including internship experience, would be an asset.

Talent Profile

• Clear and Impactful Communication: Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively, responding to customer inquiries and presenting quality programs to a variety of audiences.
• Relationship Building: Ongoing commitment to building strong working relationships by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, participating in technical working groups, and building trust through professional representation at mine sites, laboratories, and ports.
• Attention to Detail: Commitment to accuracy in record keeping and data analysis, such as managing quality documents and databases and gathering and examining information.
• Flexibility and Responsiveness: Ability to quickly adapt to shifting priorities. This can include investigating product quality concerns, coordinating surveillance activities, and handling ad-hoc projects.
• Process and System Improvement: Ability to identify and implement continuous improvement strategies, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and utilizing advanced technology and statistical analysis techniques for quality management.
• Technology Proficiency: Advanced computer skills including experience tracking and analyzing data in Excel.

Why Canpotex?

• Unique Work You Won’t Find Elsewhere: Gain exposure to global marketing, logistics, supply chain, and commercial decision-making within one organization.
• Responsibility and Ownership: Be trusted to contribute, solve problems, and exercise judgment in work that matters.
• A Highly Aligned Team: Work alongside people who collaborate, share responsibility, and step up to help when it matters.
• Investing in People: Grow your skills and expand your perspective through development opportunities, business exposure, and ongoing learning.

About Canpotex

Canpotex is a global business, built from Saskatchewan. For more than 50 years, Canpotex has delivered Canadian potash to customers overseas, helping support agricultural productivity and global food security. From our headquarters in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, our teams operate across overseas markets and work closely with customers, suppliers, and transportation networks across the supply chain to keep the business moving.

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Please apply online. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

We value the different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives people bring to our team, and are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace where everyone can contribute and be themselves. We recognize the diverse nature of applicants and consider a combination of equivalent education and experience. We are committed to equal opportunity through our recruitment process and welcome qualified candidates from all backgrounds.

We thank all candidates for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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