Director of Marketing and Sales - Mining

Overview

Our client is a well-established and growth-oriented mining company operating across Colorado. With a strong legacy of responsible resource extraction and a forward-thinking leadership team, they are expanding their commercial operations and seeking a dynamic Director of Marketing & Sales to lead revenue strategy and market development.

This is a senior leadership role for a commercially minded professional who thrives at the intersection of technical industry knowledge and strategic business development. The Director of Marketing & Sales will be responsible for shaping and executing the go-to-market strategy, building lasting client relationships, and driving revenue growth across the company's portfolio of mining products and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and sales strategy aligned with the company's operational capabilities, growth objectives, and market trends in the mining sector.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing marketing and sales team, setting clear goals, KPIs, and accountability frameworks.
• Identify, cultivate, and close new business opportunities with mining operators, contractors, equipment manufacturers, and commodity buyers across Colorado and beyond.
• Oversee brand positioning, digital and traditional marketing campaigns, trade show participation, and industry sponsorships to increase market visibility.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders including current clients, prospective customers, regulatory bodies, industry associations, and government agencies.
• Collaborate closely with operations, engineering, and finance teams to ensure proposals, pricing, and service offerings are competitive, accurate, and deliverable.
• Monitor competitive landscape and industry developments to inform strategic pivots, product development, and pricing strategies.
• Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting and qualification through proposal development, negotiation, and contract execution.
• Drive marketing analytics and reporting, translating data into actionable insights for senior leadership.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and trade associations relevant to the Colorado and broader Rocky Mountain mining market.
• Ensure all marketing and sales activities comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including environmental and safety-related communications.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in sales, marketing, or business development, with at least 4 years in a leadership role within the mining, natural resources, or heavy industrial sector.
• Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets in a B2B environment.
• Deep understanding of mining operations, commodities markets, and the regulatory environment in Colorado and the western United States.
• Proven ability to build and sustain executive-level client relationships.
• Strong analytical, strategic planning, and financial acumen.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to boards, clients, and industry groups.
• Proficiency with CRM platforms and marketing analytics tools.
• Ability to travel regionally and nationally as required (up to 30%).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree (MBA or relevant technical postgraduate qualification).
• Experience with commodities such as gold, silver, molybdenum, coal, aggregates, or rare earth elements as they pertain to Colorado operations.
• Existing network within the Colorado or Rocky Mountain mining industry.
• Familiarity with ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) reporting and sustainability-linked marketing narratives in the mining sector.
• Experience working within or alongside publicly listed mining companies.
• Knowledge of permitting, reclamation, and environmental compliance as they relate to client communications and value propositions.

Compensation & Benefits Package

Base Salary

$175,000 – $225,000 per year + Performance bonus

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Life & Disability Insurance

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