Account Executive Jobs in San Francisco, 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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Surgical Clinical Account Manager - San Francisco, CA

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 hours ago

As the Clinical Account Manager (CAM) here at Hologic, you will lead the way to achieve year on year growth within your territory for our GYN Surgical portfolio inclusive of NovaSure global...

Front Desk Sales Specialist

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Tan Bella Front Desk Sales Specialist Tan Bella is looking for new team members! Our 4th St. location in downtown San Rafael is looking for motivated, charismatic individuals to join our front...

Account Executive - Cybersecurity Sales - San Francisco Bay Area

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago

As an Account Executive, aka. Senior Client Manager (Sr....

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Senior Account Executive Corporate Sales West Coast

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Account Executive, Corporate Sales Location: San Francisco Get To Know Us: As a leading financial services and healthcare technology company based on revenue, SS&C is headquartered in Windsor, Connecticut...

Design Sales Specialist/Home Stylist, Part Time Flex, Corte Madera - Pottery Barn Kids

  • Corte Madera, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Corte Madera, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

We hope you're interested in building a home with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply. About the Team Our...

Global Account Director, Healthcare (Northeast USA)

  • South San Francisco, CA (8 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (8 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

FRAUD ALERT: Please note that DSV will never request a chat interview or solicit funds from applicants or employees through its interviewing and hiring process. We do not require any form of...

Enterprise Account Executive

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago

As an Account Executive, you will initiate contact with new leads and follow-up on sales meetings and teleconferences, meet sales objectives and targets at profitable rates, move prospects through the...

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Account Executive II (RapidScale) - Cloud

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 10 hours ago

As an Account Executive II you'll have the tools, resources, and support to drive new consulting and cloud operations business while shaping the future of our cloud solutions....

Account Manager, GenAI Startups, GenAI Startup Team

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Are you interested in helping to shape the era of Artificial Intelligence (AI)? AI is transforming entire industries and fundamentally changing the way we live and work. AWS is the place where...

Key Account Manager - Genomics - San Francisco Bay

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), one of Danahers...

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Sales Account Manager, Catalog Products (SF Bay Area)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 12 hours ago

About GenScriptGenScript Biotech Corporation (Stock Code: 1548.HK) is a global biotechnology group. Founded in 2002, GenScript has an established global presence across North America, Europe, the...

Senior Group Sales Executive AAAA

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 14 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY Acts as the on-property liaison for group sales within the pre-defined peak room parameters for Property Sales. Contracts and closes group business in addition to conducting site...

Customer Sales Account Manager

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Customer Sales Account Manager in San Francisco Job Ref: ... Employer: Network Company Name: Staples, Inc. Industry: Sales Job Type: Full Time State: California City: San Francisco Zip Code: 94102...

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Institutional Sales and Relationship Manager

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

At U.S. Bank, were on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Relationship Manager - Business Banking

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Relationship Manager, Business Banking The Relationship Manager role will be responsible for new business development, portfolio management and underwriting to support the needs of the group. This...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in San Francisco, CA 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 in San Francisco, 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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