Sustainability Program Manager Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

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GENERAL PURPOSE

The Program Manager leads sustainability initiatives that span multiple teams and business units. Works cross functionally to manage complex programs, align efforts with organizational goals, and drive continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Program Oversight & Execution

• Own and lead moderately complex sustainability programs focused on implementing product design and material changes.

• Ensure alignment with strategic objectives and timely delivery, following standardized product development processes and milestones.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate efforts across departments, operations, design, and suppliers.

• Support cross-functional alignment and change management.

Systems & Process Ownership

• Manage product development systems and sustainability tools.

• Implement best practices and process improvements.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

• Translate sustainability goals into actionable plans.

• Supports creation of carbon reduction roadmap.

Reporting & Communication

• Contribute to program documentation and dashboards.

• Facilitate crossfunctional leadership collaboration(category, operations, supply management) to advance the project, remove barriers, escalate issues, and align on decisions

Mentorship & Team Development

• Mentor junior team members.

• Support team development and performance evaluations.

Project Leadership

• Lead departmental initiatives and support strategy execution.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful candidates should be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.

• 4 - 6 years of product development experience.

• Minimum 2 - 3 years of program management experience, sustainability experience a plus.

• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects.

• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

• Preferred experience in managing offshore resource for engineering and business intelligence application development

Core Competencies

• Proficient in project management methodologies (Problem Solving, Decision Matrix, Agile, Waterfall).

• Experience in product development framework from concept, through Business Proposal and Implementation.

• Understanding of business operations and sustainability planning.

Proficiency Expectations

• Manages moderately complex sustainability programs.

• Resolves operational challenges and drives improvements.

• Communicates program goals and progress effectively.

• Mentors junior staff and contributes to team development.

• Implements best practices and supports change management.

• Influences team-level decisions and supports cross-functional alignment.

• Strength in convening crossfunctional stakeholders to implement change within a matrixed organization

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We're committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com.