Reports To: President, Worldwide Markets
Position Summary
The Director of Sustainability Programs based in the USA 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 focussed 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.
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.