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Mike Grimes is a seasoned sales and finance professional with 14+ years of experience in managing retail trade programs, sales, marketing, and finance. He has a strong background in business analysis, leadership, and customer service. Mike holds a BS Business Administration degree from Drexel University.

Experience

  • Altria
    • Central Ohio
    • Sales Manager
      • Apr 2010 - Present
      • Central Ohio

      - Managing retail trade programs for business partners of Philip Morris USA, US Smokeless Tobacco Company and John Middleton Cigar Company, Nu Mark LLC, And Helix- Selling and executing new brand launches to retail partners with an excellent rate of success. - Illustrating financial value of Altria brands to retail partners’ overall business. - Analyzing relevant business data with business partners and implementing solutions to maximize profitability across their entire business.- Supporting trade partners in their digital journey by enhancing their customers shopping experience through scan data, loyalty programs and APIs- Extensive Key Account and Wholesale Experience

    • Canvasser
      • Aug 2009 - Nov 2009

      Door-to-Door Lead-Setting for Window and Door Replacements.Promoted savings, incentives and tax credits to potential customers.Maintained a file of contacts for future sales appointments.

  • US Smokeless Tobacco Company
    • Greater Philadelphia Area
    • Marketing Field Coordinator
      • Jan 2008 - Jun 2009
      • Greater Philadelphia Area

      - Planning, scheduling and executing direct to consumer marketing events at trade shows, sporting events and concerts.- Motivated and inspired team members to create positive interactive experiences for consumers.

    • Finance & Business Optimization Co-Op
      • Aug 2007 - Aug 2008

      Carried out various financial reporting transactions including budget and forecast through the use of SAP software.Assisted with vendor consolidation. Identifying synergies through payables and receivables.

    • United States
    • Higher Education
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Resident Assistant
      • Sep 2005 - Jun 2007

      - Maintained relationships with students in residence halls.- Ensured the well-being of students in the residence halls through the enforcements of rules and regulations. - Constructed and executed building-wide and floor-wide events to provide residents with fun ways to interact with other students.

    • Linen Crew Manager
      • Jun 2005 - Sep 2005

      Supervised the distribution of linens for Drexel conferences and orientations. Handled invoices and organized transactions with our supplier.

    • Real Estate Investment Co-op
      • Jul 2006 - Apr 2007

      Scouted and bid on potential investment properties to be flipped and/ or remodeled and rented.

    • Dell Campus Representative
      • Apr 2006 - Feb 2007

      Planned and carried out events on-side at Drexel University's New Student Orientations. Maintained Dell kiosk in Drexel's Barnes and Noble bookstore.

    • Accounting Co-op
      • 2005 - 2006

      Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

    • Laborer
      • Jan 2002 - Sep 2004

      Maintained and organized greenhouse, provided information about products to customers, and processed transactions.

Education

  • 2004 - 2009
    Drexel University
    BS Business Administration, Markeing
  • 2004 - 2009
    Drexel University - College of Business and Administration
    Business Administration, Marketing
  • 2000 - 2004
    International School of Amsterdam
    International Bacclaureate

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