Chief Operating Officer

A well-established, employee‑owned industrial distributor and light manufacturer has retained Sky Water to identify its next Chief Operating Officer (COO). The company operates multiple business units and locations serving construction‑related end markets and has built a strong reputation through technical expertise, disciplined execution, and long‑standing customer relationships.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the COO will be responsible for leading the organization’s day‑to‑day operations and ensuring consistent performance across the enterprise. This role partners closely with divisional leadership to improve operational discipline, strengthen margin management, and reinforce accountability in a complex tight‑margin operating environment. The position requires a visible, hands‑on leader who is comfortable working alongside experienced teams and translating strategic priorities into practical execution.

This is a senior leadership role with meaningful scope and long‑term opportunity. The successful candidate will bring sound judgment, operational fluency, and a grounded leadership style well suited to an ownership‑oriented organization, with the capacity to assume broader enterprise responsibility over time.

*** This position will be based in the Twin Cities, Minnesota area. ***

*** A competitive executive compensation package is offered, including base salary, annual incentive opportunity, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful long‑term participation through employee ownership. ***