Account Executive Jobs in Decatur, AL

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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Retail Sales Specialist - Part-Time -$18.00 per hour, plus commission and incentives!

  • Spectrum
  • Athens, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Athens, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 16 hours ago

AT A GLANCE: Our specialists earn an hourly base pay of $18.00, along with lucrative commission and incentives for targeted hourly earnings of $22.50/hour. We offer part-time work with full-time...

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Hospice Sales Account Executive

  • Aveanna Healthcare
  • Decatur, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 1 day ago

*** Position Overview: The Hospice Account Executive is responsible for successfully marketing to doctors offices, hospitals, nursing facilities, ALFs (Assisted Living Facilities) and various communities...

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Field Account Representative

  • Grainger
  • Huntsville, AL (23 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL (23 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Work Location Type: Hybrid Req Number 331256 About Grainger W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the...

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Account Manager

  • Rent-A-Center Inc.
  • Decatur, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 5 days ago

Ready to do your best work? Interested in a minimum starting hourly rate of $15.00 per hour - $15.30 per hour? Why should I apply in just a few clicks? Position Summary If you're looking for a...

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Account Manager

  • Airgas
  • Decatur, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 7 days ago

R10092320 Account Manager (Open) Location: Decatur, AL - Finley - Retail shop How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the...

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Full Time - Sales Specialist - Cabinets - Day

  • Lowes
  • Athens, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Athens, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 14 days ago

Expand your career possibilities. Thank you for dedicating your time and talent to Lowes. We want to give you more opportunities to learn and grow, so if you find a position youre interested in...

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Sales Specialist

  • Home Depot
  • Decatur, AL
  • 20 days ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 20 days ago

Sales Specialists help customers bring their project ideas to life by offering a range of product options, providing samples, and recommending solutions—including installation and related...

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Key Account Manager

  • Illinois Tool Works
  • Decatur, AL
  • 26 days ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 26 days ago

Job Description: Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a global Fortune 200 diversified manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking, and value-added products...

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National Account Manager

  • Sonoco
  • Hartselle, AL (13 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Hartselle, AL (13 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 27 days ago

From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 all while keeping the heart of People Build Businesses...

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Account Executive Uniform Sales

  • Vestis
  • Decatur, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Decatur, AL
  • 30+ days ago

Location: Decatur, AL Job OverviewThe Account Executive - Uniforms works to strategically target potential customers to generate and grow new business in Vestis's Uniforms Division....

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Retail Sales Specialist - $18/hr

  • Spectrum
  • Athens, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Athens, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

AT A GLANCE: Our specialists earn an hourly base pay of $18.00 along with lucrative commission and incentives for targeted hourly earnings of $22.50/hour or $46,800 annually. Top performers in...

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Account Manager

  • Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities B&G Equipment and Supply has invested $100 million in fleet for various construction projects. For nearly 30 years, we’ve offered state-of-the-art technology and top-of-the-line...

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Relationship Manager I - Business Banking

  • PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Athens, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Athens, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

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Senior Account Executive (Huntsville, AL)

  • Waste Management
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Madison, AL (11 miles from Decatur, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Summary The Senior Account Executive (SAE) role is responsible for prospecting and closing sales to new customers to achieve budgeted sales goals....

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Demographic Data for Decatur, AL

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Decatur, AL

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Decatur, AL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.5%
Master's Degree
17.7%
High School or GED
8.2%
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 in Decatur, AL
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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