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. Apply tot his job