Account Executive Jobs in Alberta

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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Senior Sales Representative

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 15 hours ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 15 hours ago

Line of Business: RMC About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S....

Senior Account Executive, Western Canada

  • Calgary, AB
  • 1 day ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 1 day ago

The Senior Account Executives primary responsibilities include prospecting, qualifying, selling and closing new business to existing and net new customers....

Business Banking Relationship Manager

  • Medicine Hat, AB
  • 2 days ago
  • Medicine Hat, AB
  • 2 days ago

Application Deadline: 05/11/2025 Address: 606 2nd St SE Job Family Group: Commercial Sales & Service Cultivates, builds, and manages relationships with a portfolio of small business clients to...

Senior Relationship Manager Retail - Automotive Finance

  • Calgary, AB
  • 5 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Job Description What is the opportunity? RBC is currently recruiting for a Senior Relationship Manager Retail to join our Automotive Finance team. You will contribute to meeting...

Sr. Account Manager

  • Calgary, AB
  • 6 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 6 days ago

Innovate to solve the world's most important challenges Be the front line seller who drives sales, identifying and generating opportunities for different kinds of customers. You will foster client...

Account Manager

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 7 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 7 days ago

Work Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Hours: 37.5 Line of Business: Personal & Commercial Banking Pay Details: $76,800 - $115,200 CAD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable...

Sales Executive

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 12 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 12 days ago

Job Number 24219898 Job Category Sales & Marketing Location The Westin Edmonton, 10135 100th Street, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time Located Remotely? N Relocation? N...

Account Manager

  • Calgary, AB
  • 13 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 13 days ago

Energy Aspects currently has a fantastic opportunity for a driven and ambitious Account Manager to join our business development team. This is a great career opportunity for a strong Account...

Commercial Account Manager

  • Grande Prairie, AB
  • 14 days ago
  • Grande Prairie, AB
  • 14 days ago

Ignite your potential. Impact what matters. Hi, were HUB a network of doers with diverse stories and a shared goal to support our clients and communities. To do it, we believe in supporting each...

Account Executive Group Sales Edmonton

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 15 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 15 days ago

OVERVIEW: Working in a flexible work style, the Account Executive is responsible for business development, which includes prospecting, selling and retaining corporate business in the over 35 life market...

Account Representative

  • Red Deer, AB
  • 15 days ago
  • Red Deer, AB
  • 15 days ago

Summary Reporting to the Regional Branch Manager, the purpose of the Account Representative is to maintain and grow relationships with current and future customers of Enerflex Ltd. to achieve...

Key Account Manager

  • Calgary, AB
  • 16 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 16 days ago

Requisition Number : 198465 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Key Account Manager - Rental. The Key Account Manager is responsible for maintaining, retaining, and growing customers through...

Regional Sales Executive AV/IT- Edmonton, AB

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 19 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 19 days ago

Regional Sales Executive AV/IT- GTA Our client, a leading provider of audiovisual systems and solutions with offices in the Edmonton, AB region is seeking an experienced Regional AV Sales...

Account Manager

  • Nisku, AB
  • 19 days ago
  • Nisku, AB
  • 19 days ago

Work Location Type: Hybrid As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working by serving more than 4.5 million...

Client Relationship Manager, Commercial Banking - Edmonton

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 19 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 19 days ago

Requisition ID: 222908 Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. About the role The Client Relationship Manager (CRM) contributes to...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Alberta

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Alberta offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.3%
Master's Degree
17.6%
High School or GED
8.4%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
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 Alberta
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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