Stuart Grainger
About Stuart Grainger
Stuart Grainger serves as the Regional Sales Manager at Milliken & Company, where he has worked since 1979. He played a key role in securing the company's first Ford Q-1 rating and has been recognized multiple times for his sales achievements.
Work at Milliken & Company
Stuart Grainger has served as Regional Sales Manager at Milliken & Company since 1979, accumulating 45 years of experience in this role. He played a key role in securing Milliken's first Ford Q-1 rating, which led to the company obtaining 100% of Ford's vinyl substrate business. His responsibilities include managing industrial laundry accounts from Eastern Canada to the Caribbean and overseeing niche commercial accounts across North America since 2008.
Education and Expertise
Stuart Grainger completed his secondary education at Episcopal High School in Alexandria, VA, from 1971 to 1975. He then attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he studied U.S. History and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 1975 to 1979. His educational background has contributed to his expertise in sales and account management within the textile industry.
Achievements in Sales
Stuart Grainger has been recognized three times as Sales Associate of the Year during his tenure at Milliken & Company. His contributions to the company include establishing a Statistical Process Control (SPC) program at the Lockhart Plant, which demonstrates his commitment to improving operational efficiency and product quality.
Committee Involvement
Stuart Grainger served for four years on the UTSA Marketing & Sales Committee. His involvement in this committee reflects his engagement in industry-related discussions and initiatives, contributing to the advancement of marketing and sales practices.