Director, Sustainability Programs

Reports To: Vice President, Sustainability (indirectly reports to President, Worldwide Markets)

Position Summary: The Director, Sustainability Programs is accountable for ensuring the development, outreach, education and support of Teknion’s efforts of environmental and well-being initiatives as they relate to product, facilities, and employees alike.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Represents the company for projects and clients alike that are looking to meet or exceed current standards for environmental sustainability, well-being and social responsibility.
• Serves as liaison to bridge key environmental drivers based on market demand to corporate development with intent to leverage business opportunities and maintain competitive advantage.
• Develops educational programs focused on sustainability, environmental practice, environmental well-being and green design as it pertains to Teknion’s products and corporate mission.
• Represents company for green construction and well-being organizations including USGBC, International Living Future Institute, DELOS/WELL and BIFMA.
• Directs program development and implementation of environmental metrics and performance for Teknion’s showroom aligning with LEED and WELL standards.
• Manages program and the development for “end of life strategy” of products to include Teknion’s corporate assets, client assets or charitable resources for community service.
• Contributes, supports, and provides input annually to Corporate Environmental Charter.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience, Skill and Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Minimum of 7 years of commercial industry experience.
• LEED or WELL accredited professional with demonstrable application experience.
• Strong knowledge or environmental and well-being standards.
• Sales experience with an attention to detail and complexity.
• Strong communication skills and ability to problem solve.
• Must be able to represent company through presentations and public speaking.
• Must be willing to travel at least 40% across North American markets.