Nick Grimstad

Vice President of Sales - West @ Schneider Electric

About

Experienced commercial leader with a demonstrated track record of success in the electrical manufacturing industry. Adept at driving profitable growth and leading through change, with a strategic focus on sales operations, pricing, and market expansion. Hold an MBA from the University of Denver, combining academic knowledge with practical expertise to deliver impactful results. Throughout my career, I have consistently excelled in optimizing sales operations, developing high-performing teams, and implementing strategic pricing strategies to drive revenue growth. My leadership has been instrumental in navigating and driving successful outcomes during periods of change and transformation within the industry. I am deeply invested in coaching and developing talent, fostering collaborative relationships and leveraging cross-functional partnerships to drive innovation and operational efficiency. With a relentless pursuit of excellence, I am dedicated to delivering impactful results and contributing to a sustainable culture.

Country

United States

City

Nashville

Industry

Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering

Skill

Team Leadership, Team Building, Territory Account Management, Sales Strategy, Channel Partners, Sales Management, Contract Negotiation, Situational Sales Negotiation, Pricing Optimization, Building Technologies, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Technology Implementation, Internal Communications, Onboarding and Training, Sales Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Solidworks

Experience

Vice President of Sales - West

Schneider Electric

2026-1 - Present · 8 mos

Regional Vice President leading contractor, distributor, and end‑user engagement across the Western US. Passionate about developing high‑performing teams, driving sustainable growth, and expanding market share through strong partnerships and a customer‑first mindset. Committed to talent development, operational excellence, and helping organizations achieve their goals with clarity and confidence.

Healthcare Sales Director

Schneider Electric

2024-12 - 2026-1 · 1 yr 2 mos

Nashville, TN

Led national sales efforts across hospitals and large healthcare systems, with responsibility for selling the full Schneider Electric portfolio. Built and scaled a new healthcare sales team, overseeing regional deployment of resources and coverage strategy. Drove growth through a combination of relationship‑based selling and new account acquisition across strategic healthcare markets.

Director of Sales Enablement

Schneider Electric

2023-5 - 2024-12 · 1 yr 8 mos

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Empowering sales teams with tools, technology and strategies to drive exceptional performance and customer-centricity. We deliver innovative sales technology, best in class processes, and continuous learning opportunities to optimize sales effectiveness, enhance customer experiences, and achieve profitable growth.

Director Of Pricing Execution

Schneider Electric

2021-6 - 2023-5 · 2 yrs

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Deliver price realization to cover cost inflation's and as a profit lever Mix management executing to business targets Digitization of tools to drive operational efficiency and market understanding

Area Sales Manager

Schneider Electric

2019-4 - 2021-6 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Southern California

Primarily responsible for selling the Square D brand of Schneider Electric. Also responsible for leading cross business unit sales team for Schneider Electric. Bringing together ASCO, APC, Digital Buildings and Square D to provide a complete Schneider Electric solution to the customer. Team is responsible for calling on distributors, contractors, engineering firms and end users.

Territory Sales Manager

Schneider Electric

2016-7 - 2019-3 · 2 yrs 9 mos

Southern California

Responsible for selling the Square D brand of Schneider Electric. Lead a team of sales engineers who call on distributors, contractors and end users.

Sales Advisor

Violett

2021-6 - Present · 5 yrs 3 mos

Senior Sales Engineer

Eaton

2013-3 - 2016-7 · 3 yrs 5 mos

Greater Denver Area

Work with contractors and distributors to quote construction jobs for commercial projects in Denver Metro, Northern Colorado, and Southern Wyoming. Responsible for all aspects of the customer relationship, providing sales and technical assistance with distributors, customers and end users.

Sales Engineer

Eaton

2011-7 - 2013-3 · 1 yr 9 mos

Greater Denver Area

Single Family Residential and Light Commercial accounts and projects in Denver. Responsible for growing market share and top line growth as well as develop new services business into the market.

Leadership Development Program-Sales

Eaton

2010-7 - 2011-7 · 1 yr 1 mo

Portland Oregon

Support and shadow Outside Sales Engineers (Quote jobs, attend trade shows, work with consultants on product specifications) Develop a deep understanding on Eaton's vast product offerings

College of Engineering Ambassador

Oregon State University

2008-9 - 2010-5 · 1 yr 9 mos

Represent the College of Engineering at various college functions, community events, and social banquets. Inspiring prospective students to pursue a degree within engineering, coordinate outreach programs, and mentor young engineers. Have presented to over 3,000 students collectively in numerous venues about the Oregon State, specifically the College of Engineering.