Cornerstone Executive Search has been exclusively retained by Murphy Tractor & Equipment to recruit its next President! After 33 faithful years of service with Murphy Tractor & Equipment, the current President is retiring in 2026.
This is a rare, career-changing opportunity of a lifetime to lead a high-performing, world-class dealer organization with a single family office, loyal workforce, significant market presence and incredible growth potential. The President will help shape the future during an exciting time and build on the success of its 44-year history!
The Organization:
Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co. is a leading John Deere construction and forestry equipment dealer serving customers across the Midwest with locations in Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Ohio.
The company provides equipment sales, rentals, parts, and service solutions to contractors, municipalities, and industrial clients. With a strong reputation for customer service and operational excellence, Murphy Tractor is positioned for continued growth and expansion.
The Position:
The President of Murphy Tractor & Equipment is responsible for leading one of the largest and most successful John Deere construction equipment dealer organizations in North America. This executive will drive strategic growth, financial performance, operational excellence, and cultural alignment across a multi-state, multi-location business with approximately 800 employees.
Reporting to a committed and patient single family office, the President will balance stakeholder priorities—including ownership & board member engagement, OEM (John Deere) relationships and employee performance —while positioning the company for long-term, sustainable growth.
