Chief Operating Officer, Heavy Equipment (COO)

Chief Operating Officer, Heavy Equipment (COO)

About the Company

Expanding heavy equipment dealership

Industry
Construction

Type
Privately Held

About the Role

The Company is in search of a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join their executive team and play a pivotal role in the strategic and operational growth of the business. The COO will be responsible for translating the CEO's vision into daily operations, overseeing core functions such as sales, rental, service, parts, logistics, and fleet management. This key leadership position demands a seasoned professional with a proven track record in heavy equipment, construction machinery, or industrial distribution environments, and a deep understanding of dealership operations. The successful candidate will be tasked with driving operational excellence, implementing process improvements, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure profitability, efficiency, and sustainable growth. Applicants for the COO role at the company should have 10-15+ years of progressive leadership experience, a Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field (MBA preferred), and a strong background in strategic and data-driven decision-making. The role requires a leader with exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, who can also demonstrate a hands-on yet strategic leadership style. Key responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of heavy equipment, developing and managing operating budgets, and supporting strategic growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will be adept at performance tracking, with a focus on KPIs such as equipment utilization and technician efficiency, and will be expected to build and maintain executive-level relationships with customers, OEMs, and strategic suppliers.

Hiring Manager Title
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Operations