Sustainability Coordinator

KI; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays

Wellness Resources

Onsite Cafe

Employee Product Discounts

Educational Reimbursement Program

Full Benefits Package

Job summary

KI is seeking a Sustainability Coordinator to join our Green Bay corporate team. You will support environmental programs, collect and report data, and prepare certifications and statements to meet customer and regulatory requests.

You will maintain accurate data across internal systems, assist with audits and certification processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive sustainable practices and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field (required).
• Experience with environmental and sustainability programs preferred.
• LEED accreditation or LEED AP within one year of hire preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support KI's sustainability programs, certifications, and environmental initiatives.
• Maintain accurate sustainability data across internal systems and platforms.
• Prepare and provide sustainability documentation, certifications, and project-specific information for customer requests and bids.
• Assist with environmental audits and certification processes, ensuring compliance with standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Team collaboration

Environmental knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

LEED AP within 1 year of hire

Job description

At KI, we believe knowing our customers helps us serve them better. We listen. We observe. We understand that each customer has unique needs. So, we pride ourselves on helping our customers make smart furniture decisions by offering expert advice, design options and personalized solutions. Since 1941, we’ve positioned KI as the furniture company that best understands the furniture industry and is committed to providing customers with the smart solutions. By targeting specific markets with solutions for business furniture, university furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture and government furniture, we can quickly respond to our customers’ unique needs – including the choice to procure furniture according to what fits their ordering and fulfillment process. That’s why we say we offer far more than furniture. We’re Furnishing Knowledge.

Job Overview

KI is searching for a Sustainability Coordinator to join our team at our corporate office in Green Bay, WI! The Sustainability Coordinator supports a broad scope of environmental services for the corporation. This position will help with corporate environmental initiatives by providing documentation across the organization to facilitate adherence to existing and future environmental standards and programs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support KI's sustainability programs, certifications, and environmental initiatives.
• Maintain accurate sustainability and environmental data across internal systems, databases, and customer-facing platforms.
• Prepare and provide sustainability documentation, certifications, manufacturing statements, and project-specific information to support customer requests, bids, and sales opportunities.
• Assist with environmental audits and certification processes, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and program requirements.
• Research emerging sustainability trends, regulations, certifications, and industry best practices to help drive continuous improvement.
• Collect, analyze, and report environmental and sustainability data to support corporate reporting and strategic initiatives.
• Serve as a resource to internal teams by providing guidance on sustainability standards, certifications, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve sustainability processes, reporting accuracy, and data management practices.

What you Need to Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in business or Associated Accredited in a related field with specialist training in Environmental Design preferred.
• Experience working with environmental and sustainability protocols and programs preferred.
• Leed accreditation or completion of LEED AP within one year of hire.
• Knowledge of Environmental and Sustainability standards.
• Ability to effectively set priorities and manage several projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work within a team environment.

What KI Offers You

• Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As an employee, you will have stock ownership in the company.
• Competitive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your well-being.
• A 401(k) Plan with Company Match: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days, & Holidays: Time off to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Wellness Resources: Access to an on-site fitness center, fitness reimbursement program, and on-site nurse.
• Onsite Cafe: Enjoy a full breakfast and lunch menu right at work.
• Employee Product Discounts: Special pricing on company products.
• Educational Reimbursement Program: Support for degree programs and certifications.
• Full Benefits Package: Includes life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

The hourly rate for this position starts at $25/hour and will be based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and education.

KI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.