What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President of Mining position at Road Machinery and Supplies Co..?
Road Machinery & Supplies Co. (RMS) is searching for a Vice President of Mining to join its team in Virginia, MN. In this role, you will be responsible for driving business growth, developing strategic partnerships, managing a team of sales and product support personnel, and overseeing branch operations for RMS’ mining-focused locations.
As a member of the team, you will enjoy:
- Work Culture – RMS is family-owned and treats their team members right. RMS values long term relationships with our customers, vendors, and each other.
- Career Opportunities – Experience a career with the support and encouragement to develop yourself and others.
- Competitive Compensation Packages – Based on experience and other factors.
- Full Benefits Package – Including medical, dental, life, 401(k), and vacation.
- Stability and Reputation – RMS has been in business for over 99 years and continues to grow.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and execute the strategic vision for the company’s mining division, driving initiatives that support business growth, market share expansion, and profitability.
- Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue growth by directing the sales team to identify new business opportunities and nurture existing relationships, ensuring customer satisfaction, trust, and long-term partnerships.
- Manage vendor relationships for mining products and ensure the product lines align with market demands and customer needs.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, setting expectations and managing performance to ensure the team has the right skills, knowledge, and motivation to drive business results.
- Ensure that the division meets its financial goals by managing financial statements, preparing annual budgets, identifying capital expenditure needs, forecasting revenues, and ensuring cost control measures are in place to maximize profitability.
- Monitor industry trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities.
- Oversee RMS mining-focused branch operations to ensure efficiency, with strong focus on quality, continuous improvement, and safety.
- Work cross-functionally with other departments and other RMS branch locations to ensure smooth operations and seamless customer experiences.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree and or equivalent experience in a related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree is a plus.
- At least 10-15 years of experience in the mining industry, with a proven track record in a leadership or executive role.
- Extensive knowledge of mining and industry dynamics. Knowledge of the construction, aggregate, and forestry industries is a plus.
- Strong sales experience, with demonstrated ability to drive revenue growth and market share expansion.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- A results-driven approach with a strong understanding of P&L management.
- Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
- Proven experience in managing budgets, forecasts, and operations.
- Safety-focused and knowledge of regulatory compliance in the mining and construction sectors.
- Occasional travel required
About Road Machinery & Supplies Co.
Road Machinery & Supplies Co. is a distributor of construction and mining equipment with sales and support operations throughout the Upper Midwest. RMS is a multiline dealer, representing the best brands of construction equipment in the industry, including Komatsu, KPI-JCI, Epiroc, Sennebogen, Gomaco, LeeBoy, Roadtec, and Bomag.
At Road Machinery & Supplies Co. we understand our customers depend on our expertise, performance, and commitment to avoid downtime, lost production, and cost over-runs. Our employees are committed to providing the services, technical support, and product solutions that let our customers complete their projects on schedule and within budget, allowing their businesses to thrive. Equal Opportunity Employer.
