Parts Operations Supervisor at Wheeler Machinery Co

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Customer Service, Parts Sourcing, Counter Sales, Lean Principles, Safety Management, Digital Tools, Operational Excellence, Team Development, Problem Solving, Communication, Organizational Skills, Expense Management, Collaboration, Process Improvement, KPI Monitoring

Industry

Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description Lead the Salt Lake City branch’s front-line parts operations with a focus on counter sales, parts sourcing and providing solutions for our customers, including our service department. Foster a growth minded, lean thinking culture that brings out the best in the team every day. Create a safe, efficient, and customer-focused environment that delivers a world-class experience ensuring parts are available and delivered quickly and reliably to unlock value for our customers. Key Responsibilities Safety & Culture Champion a zero-accident workplace using TRACK and Total Safety Management systems. Promote a growth minded, lean thinking culture that empowers team members to “See it, Do it, Teach it.” Ensure all team members are equipped and supported to work safely and return home safely each day. Implement a 5S lean mentality throughout Salt Lake City operations. Customer experience Lead the counter teams to deliver a world-class customer experience whether in person, by phone, or online. Ensure parts are sourced quickly and accurately, using alternative solutions when needed. Collaborate with the Regional Operations, Logistics, and Supply Chain teams to provide seamless service across all customer touchpoints. Resolve customer issues with urgency, ownership, and a solutions-first mindset. Operational Excellence Use lean principles to eliminate waste and improve efficiency in counter and sourcing operations. Coordinate with warehousing, logistics, and supply chain teams to ensure timely fulfillment. Monitor KPIs and implement improvements using PSQDC (People, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) tools. Support parts programs such as CVA kits, will-call staging, and emergency order fulfillment. Digital tools & process Improvement Promote and support the use of digital platforms like Parts.CAT.com, SIS 2.0, and Parts Viz. Develop and implement SOPs to streamline counter and sourcing workflows. Embrace new technologies that enhance the customer experience and operational efficiency. Expense Management Track and optimize key expenses including freight, personnel, and emergency order costs. Implement cost-control measures while maintaining high service levels. Leadership & Talent Development Build and mentor a high-performing counter sales and sourcing team. Provide coaching, training, and development opportunities to grow future leaders. Foster a One Unified Team approach across departments and shifts. Strategic Initiatives Align Salt Lake City operations with enterprise-wide goals and Caterpillar standards. Pilot new initiatives and share best practices across the organization. Represent the Salt Lake City branch in cross-functional projects and leadership forums. Qualifications 5–10 years of leadership experience in parts operations or customer-facing roles. Strong understanding of counter sales, parts sourcing, and customer service best practices. Proven ability to lead teams, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement. Proficiency in parts systems (DBS, SIS 2.0, Parts.CAT.com) and Microsoft Office. Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills. Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).

Responsibilities

Lead the parts operations at the Salt Lake City branch, focusing on counter sales and parts sourcing while ensuring a safe and efficient environment. Foster a customer-focused culture that delivers quick and reliable solutions to enhance the customer experience.