Account Executive Jobs in California

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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Air Max HVAC

Sales Specialist (Hybrid)

Position Overview: We are seeking a high-performing Sales Manager to support our in-home sales team in real time. This role is critical to our sales process—you will be the go-to decision-maker...

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Psychiatry Account Manager - Thousand Oaks, CA

  • Lundbeck
  • Chatsworth, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chatsworth, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Territory: Thousand Oaks, CA - Psychiatry Target city for territory is Thousand Oaks - will consider candidates who live within 40 miles of territory boundaries with access to a major airport....

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Business Development Executive

  • FM
  • Woodland Hills, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Established nearly two centuries ago, FM is a leading mutual insurance company whose capital, scientific research capability and engineering expertise are solely dedicated to property risk...

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Senior Account Executive (South Bay)

  • Waste Management
  • Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
  • 14 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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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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Government Account Manager-Redding

  • Waste Management
  • Redding, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • Redding, 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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IT Sales/Managed Services Sr Sales Executive - Healthcare Payer (Remote CA )

  • NTT DATA Americas, Inc.
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago

Req ID: 374246 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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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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Digital Sales Executive - Retail, Travel & Hospitality (Remote)

  • NTT DATA Americas, Inc.
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 22 days ago

Req ID: 364485 We are currently seeking a Digital Sales Executive - Retail, Travel & Hospitality (Remote) to join our team in San Francisco, California (US-CA), United States (US). NTT DATA...

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Account Executive, Complex Security and Fire

  • Johnson Controls
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA
  • 16 days ago

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon...

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Specialist, Sales Business Planning

  • Torani
  • San Leandro, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Leandro, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Specialist, Sales Business Planning As Torani continues its journey toward $1B by 2030, strong sales planning, accurate forecasting, and scalable processes are more important than ever. We are...

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Fire Sales Specialist

  • Cintas
  • Burbank, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Burbank, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Requisition Number: 227596 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Fire Sales Specialist for Cintas Fire Protection. Responsibilities include selling our products and services to new customers,...

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Senior Industry Account Executive - Strategic (SCP) - Nike - West

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

What you'll do: The Account Executive (AE) role empowers customers to achieve their full potential by strategically positioning SAP cloud solutions to address their unique business challenges and lay...

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Senior Sales Executive

  • Internet Brands
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 hours ago

FindLaw is the leading provider of online legal marketing services, widely recognized and trusted by legal professionals, consumers, and businesses. We empower our audience with comprehensive...

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LA Kings - Account Executive, Membership Sales

  • Los Angeles Kings
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 2 hours ago

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Los Angeles Kings seek a Membership Sales Account Executive....

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in California 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 California
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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