Account Executive Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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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Government Account Manager-Sacramento

  • Waste Management
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 25 days ago

I. Job Summary Uses sales skills and content knowledge to promote and assist with sales and service activities for Public Sector customers and prospects in a designated Area. Uses a consultative...

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SLED Sr. Sales Executive - California

  • NTT DATA Americas, Inc.
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 13 days ago

Req ID: 347717 NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking...

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B2B Sales Account Executive - Mobility

  • AT&T
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 12 hours ago

As a B2B Sales Account Executive Mobility, you will proactively sell AT&Ts mobility solutions to small and mid-market businesses....

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B2B Sales Account Executive - Fiber

  • AT&T
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 12 hours ago

As a B2B Sales Account Executive Fiber, you will proactively sell AT&Ts fiber-based broadband network to small and mid-market businesses....

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Strategic Account Rep I

  • B. Braun Medical Inc.
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 20 hours ago

B. Braun Medical Inc., a leader in infusion therapy and pain management, develops, manufactures, and markets innovative medical products and services to the healthcare industry. Other key product...

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Account Executive, Wound Closure - Sacramento, CA - Johnson & Johnson MedTech, Surgery

  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

The Account Executive Wound Closure (AEW) will: Focus on growing our healing/Wound Closure platform....

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Account Manager - Accelerated Sales Program

  • White Cap Construction Supply
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

A position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

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Associate Strategic Account Manager

  • Neuronetics
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

About Us Neuronetics, Inc. is a leading mental health company dedicated to transforming lives through innovative treatments. Now joined with Greenbrook Mental Wellness Centers, we offer...

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Sales Specialist, Food Quality and Performance Testing Segment, Western US

  • PerkinElmer, Inc.
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Location(s) Denver, Colorado, Sacramento, California, Remote Status Regular Job ID REQ-057444 Job Overview PerkinElmer is looking for a motivated, experienced sales professional...

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Commercial Fitness Account Manager

  • Balanced Body, Inc
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Balanced Body is hiring! We are looking for someone to join our fast-paced, dynamic sales department. Our growing Sales team is looking for a dedicated individual to develop our Commercial Fitness...

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Account Executive

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Now Hiring: Account Executive B2B Software Sales Drive net-new business by prospecting, presenting, and closing mid-market clients (50+ employees) within an assigned territory Build and manage relationships...

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Account Manager - Accelerated Sales Program

  • Whitecap
  • Sacramento, CA (3 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA (3 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

A position at White Cap isnt your ordinary job. Youll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

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Sales Executive - PEO

  • Paychex
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Imagine Your Future with Us! Since 1971, Paychex has been at the forefront of simplifying HR, payroll, and benefits for American businesses. Our digital HR technology and advisory solutions cater...

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Category Sales Specialist - GM/HBC

  • C&S Wholesale Grocers
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rancho Cordova, CA (12 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Salary Range $70,304 - $78,530 Position Overview Keep our communities fed. Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices every employee of C&S and their family...

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Part-time, Seasonal Sales Specialist (Roseville-Galleria, CA)

  • REI
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Roseville, CA (16 miles from Sacramento, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Come shape the future of the outdoors. REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Sacramento, CA

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Sacramento, CA 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 Sacramento, CA
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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