EquipmentShare is searching for a Manager of Economic Development Initiatives for our corporate office in Columbia, MO, to support our team as the department continues to grow.
Location: Columbia, MO/at HQ 2-3 times a week
Job Summary:
EquipmentShare is looking for a Manager of Economic Development Initiatives to lead our strategic efforts in expanding our footprint through skillful negotiation of incentives and site selection. This role is pivotal in spearheading economic development projects and forging sustainable, durable relationships with political, economic development, and community stakeholders nationwide.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Project Leadership in Economic Development: Lead initiatives to identify and secure optimal sites for expansion, leveraging economic incentives to support sustainable business growth.
Strategic Negotiation and Partnership Development: Negotiate incentives and collaborate with local governments and economic development agencies to foster environments conducive to mutual growth.
Stakeholder Relationship Management: Build and maintain durable relationships with a network of political and economic development stakeholders across various regions, ensuring alignment with our strategic objectives.
Collaborative Strategic Planning: Work closely with internal teams, including Real Estate, Construction and Operations, to align economic development strategies with broader corporate goals.
Regulatory Compliance and Reporting: Ensure all activities comply with applicable laws and regulations while keeping leadership informed through regular, detailed reports on project status and stakeholder engagements.
Competitive salary.
Medical, Dental and Vision coverage for full-time employees.
401(k) and company match.
Generous paid time off (PTO) plus company paid holidays.
Stocked breakroom and full kitchen, chef prepared meals daily (breakfast and lunch).
State of the art onsite gym (Corporate HQ) with instructor led-courses/Gym stipend for remote employees.
Seasonal and year round wellness challenges.
Company sponsored events (annual family gatherings, happy hours and more).
Volunteering and local charity initiatives that help you nurture and grow the communities you call home. Employees receive 16 hours of paid volunteer time per year.
Opportunities for career and professional development with conferences, events, seminars and continued education.
Our mission to change an entire industry is not easily achieved, so we only hire people who are inspired by the goal and up for the challenge. In turn, our employees have every opportunity to grow with us, achieve personal and professional success and enjoy making a tangible difference in an industry that’s long been resistant to change.
EquipmentShare is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. EquipmentShare is an equal opportunity
employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation,
protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
