Account Executive Jobs

An Account Executive in the sales industry is responsible for managing relationships with specific customers for their organization. Their primary duties include establishing and maintaining relationships with new and existing clients, presenting product and service offerings, negotiating contracts, and closing deals. They serve as the key point of contact between the client and the rest of the sales team, ensuring effective communication and satisfaction of client needs. Account Executives also monitor sales metrics and work toward meeting or exceeding established sales quotas.

The role requires excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Account Executives should have a solid understanding of sales principles and customer service practices, as well as competent knowledge of relevant software (like CRM). While a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field is usually required, professional sales certifications, such as Certified Professional Sales Person (CPSP) or Certified Sales Leadership Professional (CSLP), could be advantageous. Before becoming an Account Executive, individuals often gain experience in roles such as Sales Representative, Account Manager, or Sales Associate.

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Insurance Account Assistant

  • Arcadia, CA
  • moments ago
  • Arcadia, CA
  • moments ago

Join Our Team as an Insurance Account Assistant! Are you looking for a rewarding career in the insurance industry? Vision Alliance Insurance Services, Inc. is seeking a dedicated insurance account...

Commercial Insurance Account Representative

  • Arcadia, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Arcadia, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Join Our Team as a Commercial Insurance Sales Agent! Are you a motivated individual with a passion for sales and insurance? Vision Alliance Insurance Services, Inc. is seeking a dynamic commercial...

Job Description As a Healthcare Strategic Account Executive, you'll grow MillerKnoll market share by achieving or exceeding your sales goals with an assigned list of healthcare accounts in your territory...

Computech Corporation

Pricing Coordinator

Title: Finance Pricing Sr. Associate Location: Winston Salem, NC Duration: 05 Months Description: General Summary: This individual contributes to the success of PBC by managing the execution of...

HOLLY HUNT

Client Services Account Manager

Why join us? For nearly four decades, Holly Hunt has been the defining voice in modern luxury interiors. We offer exquisite furnishings, an unparalleled showroom experience, and unwavering service...

Graham Organization

Personal Lines Producer (Remote)

Responsibilities: Identify, qualify, and develop personal insurance opportunities with new and existing clients in person, online, by phone, and through written communication. Foster and maintain...

Remote Work
Lawns of Dallas

Landscape Account Manager

As a Landscape Account Manager with Lawns of Dallas, you will make a lasting impact on our exceptional clients and staff for our high-end l Properties in North Dallas. Grow a vibrant career as you...

Equipment & Controls, Inc. is a successful and innovative Emerson Impact Partner. ECI provides an entrepreneurial opportunity for each employee to achieve our common mission of Delivering...

Account Executive, AEC Solutions (Hybrid)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

The BluEdge experience… We value creative and bright minds. This is a place where you’ll be challenged, inspired, rewarded and transformed. Really you ask? Yes, really. The BluEdge experience is a...

Morgan Murphy Media

Sales Account Executive

Morgan Murphy Media (WISC-TV, TVW, Channel3000.com, Phase 3 Digital, and Madison Magazine) is seeking a Sales Representative to join our team selling television, interactive media, and digital...

MillerKnoll

National Enterprise Account Manager

Why join us? Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger...

Latino Media Network is looking for a dynamic, entrepreneurial Account Executive to help drive revenue growth in the Fresno market. You must be based locally in the Fresno area....

Remote Work

Why join us? At Colebrook Bosson Saunders, we are international designers, manufacturers and distributors of award-winning ergonomic products. We strive for new ways to enhance user experience...

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Account Specialist

  • Tempe, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • Tempe, AZ
  • 3 days ago

What does it mean to be an Account Specialist at GLS? We’re growing! GLS is currently building out a new team in Tempe, AZ, and is looking for highly motivated Account Specialists to help us crush...

Capelli Sport

Sales Executive Men's Lacrosse ( Remote )

Who We Are: Capelli Sport is a global multi-sports brand based in New York City and New Jersey, specializing in team sports. With a strong club community reaching all corners of the world, we...

Remote Work

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSalesPeople research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Account Executives offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.4%
Master's Degree
17.6%
High School or GED
8.3%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Account Executives
2-4 years
29.9%
4-6 years
24.6%
None
24.3%
Less than 1 year
12.1%
1-2 years
8.8%
6-8 years
0.3%


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