Account Executive Jobs in Stamford, CT

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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Account Executive, Global Exhibitor Sales

  • Stamford, CT
  • 2 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 2 hours ago

A successful Account Executive enjoys travel, uncapped income potential, and generous performance-based rewards....

Lead App Sales Exec III Mission Critical (Government)

  • Huntington, NY (14 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Huntington, NY (14 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Description: This is a Sales and Customer Facing position, no office requirement. AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and...

Retail Sales Specialist

  • Riverside, CT (2 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Riverside, CT (2 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 5 hours ago

Sales Specialists provide exceptional customer service in helping our customers find a total solution both in-store and through the kiosk. You'll have our customers' needs in mind as you provide...

Chromebook Sales Specialist

  • Danbury, CT (22 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Danbury, CT (22 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 16 hours ago

Job Type: Regular Work Location: Best Buy 331 - Danbury, CT 06810 Overview: 2020 Companies is now hiring full-time Brand Sales Specialists representing Chromebook! Pay: Starting at $18.00 per hour...

Account Rep Dock Door

  • Hicksville, NY (20 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Hicksville, NY (20 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 19 hours ago

Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offers local support on a global scale with more than 15 manufacturing facilities worldwide...

Account Executive (Finance & Accounting)

  • Melville, NY (19 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Melville, NY (19 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 19 hours ago

Job Type: Full-time, In-office Branch Location: Melville, NY Commuting Requirement: Eligible candidates must be willing to commute to our office location daily. Still grinding through month-end...

Account Executive - Screening Sales (Stamford, CT)

  • Stamford, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 1 day ago

Job Description This is an opportunity to join the growing Screening and Early Detection commercial team at Guardant Health as a field-based Account Executive and work hand in hand with sales leadership...

Remote Work

Associate Account Executive, Screening Sales (Huntington, NY)

  • Huntington, NY (14 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington, NY (14 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description This is an opportunity to join the growing Screening and Early Detection commercial team at Guardant Health as a field-based Associate Account Executive and work hand in hand with sales...

Remote Work

Design Sales Specialist/Home Stylist, Full Time, Walt Whitman- Pottery Barn

  • Huntington Station, NY (18 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington Station, NY (18 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day 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...

National Account Coordinator (Retail)- Long Island, NY

  • Bethpage, NY (21 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethpage, NY (21 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

As a National Account Coordinator, you will focus on proactive management of 1-3 assigned accounts within our RETAIL organization. You will partner with National Account Sales Managers and Field...

Regional Account Executive

  • Edgewood, NY (24 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edgewood, NY (24 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 1 day ago

The Regional Account Executive is responsible for identifying high-profile regional account opportunities, securing agreements for both rental and direct sale programs via the phone and in-person customer...

Sr Account Executive National Enterprise

  • Elmsford, NY (14 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elmsford, NY (14 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Essential Functions: As a National Account Executive, you must combine a hunter's drive to gain new accounts and attract market share with strong and dynamic relationship-building talents....

Key Account Executive

  • Melville, NY (19 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Melville, NY (19 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Key Account Executive **Job Description:** Arrow is looking for A Key Account Executive to manage our partnership with SHI....

Remote Work

Key Account Manager, Shoprite/Wegmans

  • Whitestone, NY (23 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Whitestone, NY (23 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Develop and leverage top level external relationships at major accounts to optimize BODYARMOR positioning in the market....

Retail Print Sales Specialist

  • Yorktown Heights, NY (20 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Yorktown Heights, NY (20 miles from Stamford, CT)
  • 4 days 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...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Stamford, CT

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Stamford, CT 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 Stamford, CT
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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