Interior Designer II - (req72894)

Sterling Kohler; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 73,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

Competitive total rewards package

Performance bonus

Job summary

Kohler Co. is seeking an Interior Designer II to support design development for hospitality, workplace, and contract environments.

Onsite in Kohler, WI, you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate concepts into spaces that meet quality and design standards. You will assist in FF&E coordination, vendor coordination, site surveys, and documentation, helping manage budgets and procurement while upholding Kohler's commitment to innovation and service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design or interior architecture with 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office; ability to learn eProcurement/FF&E software (e.g., Spexx).
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Clear, professional communication and collaborative work style.

Responsibilities

• Design support and coordination with senior/interior designers across all design phases.
• Prepare materials for design reviews, finish boards, FF&E packages, and documentation.
• Coordinate FF&E specifications, pricing, and vendor approvals; support vendor onboarding and coordination.
• Assist in budgeting, procurement, lead times, delivery schedules, and installation logistics.
• Conduct site surveys, field measurements, and condition documentation; assist with bid/RFP documents.
• Collaborate on architectural/interior drawings; ensure CAD/project files are organized and archived.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

eProcurement/FF&E software

Strong organization

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in interior design / interior architecture

Tools

Spexx

Job description

Interior Designer II

Work Mode:Onsite

Location: Onsite, four days per week – Kohler, WI

Opportunity

Join Kohler’s Global Properties & Services (GPS) Design team and help bring world-class hospitality, workplace, and contract environments to life. As an Interior Designer II, you will play a key role in transforming concepts into exceptional spaces by supporting design development, coordinating furnishings and finishes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and helping deliver projects that reflect Kohler’s commitment to innovation, quality, and design excellence. This is an outstanding opportunity for an emerging design professional to expand their expertise while contributing to high-impact projects across a globally recognized brand.

Responsibilities

• DesignSupport & Coordination
• Support senior and lead interior designers throughout all phases of design, from concept development through implementation.
• Coordinate aspects of design development with architects, project managers, engineers, and maintenance teams, applying strong interior design knowledge to support resolved outcomes.

• Presentations& Design Documentation
• Prepare materials for executive and internal design reviews, including presentation decks, finish boards, FF&E packages, and supporting documentation.
• Assist in the development of conceptual and final interior design solutions for hospitality and contract environments in collaboration with GPS design leads.

• FF&E,Samples & Vendor Coordination
• Source, obtain, track, organize, and return material samples, mockups, and submittals.
• Coordinate FF&E specifications, pricing, quotations, and approvals with vendors and contractors.
• Support vetting, onboarding, and ongoing coordination of vendors through ePro, SAP, and Jaeger systems.

• Purchasing, Tracking & Logistics
• Assist in the development of initial furniture budgets, schedules, and procurement plans.
• Execute purchase orders through eProcurement systems and track budgets, lead times, delivery schedules, storage, staging, and installation of owner‑furnished products and FF&E.
• Coordinate logistics for products sourced from Kohler Co., subsidiaries, and external vendors.

• Fieldwork & Documentation
• Conduct site surveys, field measurements, and inspections, document existing conditions through reports, spreadsheets, and drawings.
• Assist in assembling bid and RFP documentation, including specifications and drawings.

• Drawing & File Management
• Collaborate with internal teams and third‑party consultants on architectural and interior design drawings.
• Ensure CAD and project files are accurately organized, archived, and maintained to departmental standards.

• Close‑Out & Recordkeeping
• Create project close‑out documentation to support future maintenance, reorders, and reference of finishes, equipment, and FF&E.
• Review vendor and supplier invoices for accuracy and submit for payment, resolving discrepancies as needed.

• Professional Development & Research
• Support research and benchmarking to inform design decisions.
• Stay current on design trends, materials, technologies, and tools that enhance project outcomes and personal performance.
• Other duties as assigned by Leadership

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design, interior architecture or related field required with 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and ability to learn and apply eProcurement and FF&E specification software (e.g, Spexx).
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Clear, professional communication skills and a collaborative, proactive work style.

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Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $73,250 - $111,350. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

Why Choose Kohler?

We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail]. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.