Chief Operating Officer; COO

Position: Chief Operating Officer (COO) Chief Operating Officer (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 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, with a strong focus on the core functions of the dealership, including sales, rental, service, parts, logistics, and fleet management. This key position demands a seasoned operational leader 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 scalable processes, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure profitability, efficiency, and sustainable growth. Key responsibilities for the COO include strategic leadership, process improvement, team management, data-driven decision-making, asset and inventory management, financial stewardship, and support for strategic growth initiatives. The role requires a leader with 10‑15+ years of progressive experience, a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and an MBA is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will have a hands‑on yet strategic leadership style, exceptional communication and negotiation skills, and a proven ability to build and maintain executive-level relationships. The COO will also be expected to be adept at performance tracking, with a focus on KPIs such as equipment utilization and technician efficiency, and to have a strong background in financial and operational analytics for driving continuous improvement. Hiring Manager Title Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions • Operations #J-18808-Ljbffr