Account Executive Jobs in Santa Ana, 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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Fire Sales Specialist

  • Anaheim, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 4 hours ago

Requisition Number: 195901 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Fire Sales Specialist for Cintas Fire Protection. Responsibilities include selling our products and services to new customers,...

Sr Solution Sales Specialist, Mortgage Solutions

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Partners with the product management team, Account Executives, Account Management and solution owners to identify, prioritize and evaluate new opportunities for the client(s)....

JD Logistics - Account Manager - Merchant Services

  • City of Industry, CA (20 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • City of Industry, CA (20 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

JD Logistics - Account Manager - Merchant Services City of Industry,CA/Fontana, CA Position: Account Manager, 3PL Operations Location: City of Industry, CA / Fontana, CA Job Type: Full-time Job...

JD Logistics - Account Manager

  • City of Industry, CA (20 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • City of Industry, CA (20 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

JD Logistics - Account Manager City of Industry,CA/Fontana, CA Job Type: Full-time (Contract to Hire) Job Description Responsibilities: Ensure successful on-boarding of new clients by coordinating...

Principal Sales Specialist, Database, Telco, Media & Entertainment Games and Sports

  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the pioneer and recognized leader in Cloud Computing. Our web services provide a platform for IT infrastructure in-the-cloud that is used by hundreds of thousands of...

Sales Specialist

  • Tustin, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Tustin, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your...

Account Director, Transient Sales - Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort and Club

  • Dana Point, CA (22 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Dana Point, CA (22 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Join us in Orange County, California and live in one of the nation's top vacation destinations with year-round sunshine, picturesque beaches, premiere attractions and a lively dining and arts...

Account Executive - Massachusetts/ Rhode Island Territory

  • Aliso Viejo, CA (13 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Aliso Viejo, CA (13 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Account Executive, you will increase laboratory sales revenue through market penetration and promotion of Ambry's portfolio of genetic diagnostic testing services....

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Account Executive I

  • Downey, CA (20 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Downey, CA (20 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Position Responsibilities: The Account Executive identifies and secures new businesses and builds mutually beneficial partnerships with customers to ensure superior execution of retail strategies and...

B2B Account Executive - Small and Medium Business Direct Sales

  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

What we're seeking: We're seeking a B2B Account Executive - Small and Medium Business Direct Sales with the energy and determination to win....

Lead Account Manager 3 Channel Mobility

  • Tustin, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Tustin, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Description: Join AT&T and reimagine the communications and technologies that connect the world. Our Consumer Technology experience team is delivering innovative and reliable technology...

Digital Account Executive

  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Digital Account Executives are responsible for driving sustainable growth in Siemens' Digital Business through expanding digital services and solutions and developing new customers....

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Strategic Account Specialist, Healthcare, Spectrum Business

  • Cerritos, CA (15 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cerritos, CA (15 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Position Type: Full Time Location: Cerritos, California Date Posted: Date posted 04/30/2025 Areas of interest: Business Development, Enterprise Sales, Sales Requisition Number: 2025-53521 Business...

Retail Print Sales Specialist

  • Downey, CA (20 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Downey, CA (20 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 9 hours ago

Print Specialists provide exceptional customer service and solutions to customers' print needs. You will produce professionally finished products using print and production equipment. You will...

Demographic Data for Santa Ana, CA

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Santa Ana, CA 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 Santa Ana, 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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