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 its executive leadership team. The COO will be instrumental in translating the CEO's strategic vision into daily operational execution, with a primary focus on the dealership's core functions, including sales, rental, service, parts, logistics, and fleet management. This role demands a seasoned operational leader with a proven track record in heavy equipment, construction machinery, or industrial distribution environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving operational excellence, implementing scalable processes and systems, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional performance. Strategic leadership, process improvement, team management, and a data-driven approach to decision-making are key aspects of the position. Applicants for the COO role at the company should have 10-15+ years of progressive leadership experience in a relevant industry, a Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field (MBA preferred), and a deep understanding of dealership operations. The role requires a leader with strong financial and operational analytics skills, capable of managing the full lifecycle of heavy equipment and driving financial stewardship. The COO will also be involved in strategic growth initiatives, including market expansion, OEM relationship management, and post-acquisition integration. Executive skills in communication, negotiation, and relationship-building are essential, as is the ability to build and maintain executive-level relationships with key customers, OEMs, and strategic suppliers. Hiring Manager Title Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Operations