“Cutting and threading pipes in the summer wasn’t just a job—it was where I learned our business.”
Ground-Level Growth: Jt Watt’s Journey from Summer Worker to Sales & Purchasing Manager
When you think of a leader who truly understands every level of the operation, Jt Watt is the embodiment of that ideal. His journey from summer helper to manager at Satterlund Supply is an inspiring testament to dedication, learning, and growing within the company.
Summer Beginnings in College – Shaping the Foundation
While still in college, Jt joined Satterlund Supply on a part-time basis, spending his summers in the cutting and threading department. Reflecting on those early days, he says:
“Cutting and threading pipes in the summer wasn’t just a job—it was where I learned our business.”
These summer shifts weren’t just about hands-on labor—they were his schoolbook. There, he built the skills that would define his career: attention to detail, precision, and a connection to the very backbone of the work.
Stepping Into Full-Time Roles – Building Versatility
After college, Jt’s work ethic and growing expertise translated into pivotal roles:
- Warehouse Packer — ensuring accuracy and efficiency in every order.
- Delivery Driver — learning customer needs and real-world logistics firsthand.
- Inside Sales Representative — translating field know-how into meaningful customer solutions.
Each role added another layer to his understanding—how products flow, what customers need, and where operational challenges occur.
Now Leading – Inside Sales & Purchasing Manager
Today, Jt holds the reins as Inside Sales & Purchasing Manager at Satterlund Supply. From overseeing client relations to managing inventory, his decisions are guided by experience rooted in every function of the company—from the threads he cut in the summer to the products he ensures are available today.
