Interior Designer II

Overview

The Interior Designer II presents an opportunity for an emerging interior design professional to contribute to the creation and execution of high‑quality, design‑forward environments across Kohler’s global portfolio of hospitality, contract, renovation, and new construction projects. As an Interior Designer II within the Global Properties & Services (GPS) Design team, the incumbent supports senior and lead designers through all phases of design, translating concepts into well‑coordinated, executable solutions through research, material and FF&E sourcing, documentation, and stakeholder presentations.

The position combines creative problem‑solving with strong organizational and coordination responsibilities, offering hands‑on exposure to complex projects, cross‑functional collaboration, and luxury‑focused design standards, while building the technical, procedural, and professional foundation required for continued growth within Kohler’s design organization.

Work Mode:
Onsite

Location:

Onsite, four days per week – Kohler, WI

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Support research and benchmarking to inform design decisions.
• Stay current on design trends, materials, technologies, and tools that enhance project outcomes and personal performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in interior design, interior architecture or related field 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.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

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, education, and work location. This position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation. Kohler offers day‑1 benefits, with no waiting period.

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  Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.