Chief Operating Officer, Heavy Equipment Dealership Operations (COO)

Chief Operating Officer, Heavy Equipment Dealership Operations (COO)About the CompanyExpanding heavy equipment dealershipIndustry ConstructionType Privately HeldAbout the RoleThe 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 the day-to-day 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, and a deep understanding of dealership operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving operational excellence, implementing scalable processes and systems, and leading cross-functional teams to ensure profitability, efficiency, and sustainable growth.Key responsibilities for the COO include strategic leadership, process improvement, team leadership, operations management, data-driven decision-making, asset and inventory management, financial stewardship, and support for strategic growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will 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 areas such as rental fleets, depreciation strategies, RPO programs, and regulatory/safety compliance. The role also requires exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities, as well as a hands-on yet strategic leadership style. The COO will be expected to build and maintain executive-level relationships with key customers, OEMs, and strategic suppliers, and to implement and monitor KPIs to ensure the dealership's performance and growth targets are met.Hiring Manager Title Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Travel Percent Less than 10%FunctionsOperations