Account Executive Jobs in Gainesville, GA

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 Coordinator

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 15 hours ago

Who We Are: FitzMark is a third-party logistics provider specializing in all modes of transportation. We deliver best-in-class services for both our customers and carriers by leveraging our...

Fleet Account Executive

  • Buford, GA (18 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Buford, GA (18 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 20 hours ago

Rick Hendrick Chevrolet of Buford Location: 4490 S. Lee St, Buford, Georgia 30518 Summary: Sells new or used vehicles to commercial/fleet customers at a profit to the dealership, while ensuring...

Account Executive - The Leheny Agency

  • Winder, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Winder, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 23 hours ago

Account Executives are equipped with extensive training in Salesforce, sales process management, business development and more....

Soundbar National Account Manager

  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Openings Soundbar National Account Manager CE Channel Management - Suwanee, Georgia Location: Suwanee - GA, Bentonville - AR, Charlotte - NC, or Edina - MN Overview: We are looking for a...

Specialist, Sales & Contract Operations

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 5 days ago

Cargills size and scale allows us to make a positive impact in the world. Our purpose is to nourish the world in a safe, responsible and sustainable way. Cargill is a family company providing...

Account Executive-Intergrated Payments (Merchant Services)

  • Buford, GA (18 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Buford, GA (18 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Follow us on LinkedIn RESPONSIBILITIES: As an Account Executive-Integrated Payments you will have the opportunity to build out a business within a business....

Account Manager (Early Career)

  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary The Account Manager is the primary point of contact for all matters related to assigned accounts. This role involves developing strong relationships with customers, engaging with key...

Account Manager - R-34881

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 9 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 9 days ago

Account ManagerThis role of Area Sales and Technical Support Manager will assume and maintain similar functionality in the Account Manager role but in a smaller geography and support the entire...

Account Representative

  • Flowery Branch, GA (11 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Flowery Branch, GA (11 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Account Representative I Reports To Branch Manager FLSA Status Non- Exempt Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours Monday through Friday. Saturday hours required seasonally and as business needs require....

Full Time - Sales Specialist - ProServices - Day

  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Pro Sales Specialist, you will be a guide and consultant for every Pro customer who walks through our doors. Every single day, Pro Customers are building, maintaining,...

Data Center Specialist, National Accounts Manager

  • Cumming, GA (20 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cumming, GA (20 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 10 days ago

At GAF Commercial we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or department, under this roof you are helping to build the market leader in commercial roofing....

Senior Sales Executive

  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 11 days ago

Company Description Company Description SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global...

Account Executive - MR

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 11 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 11 days ago

MCA, your trusted advisor for wireless communications, data, and security, is seeking an experienced Account Executive - MR in the Northern Georgia region, local to the Atlanta, GA; Lawrenceville, GA...

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Account Manager

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 13 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 13 days ago

Account Manager This role of Area Sales & Technical Support Manager will assume and maintain similar functionality in the Account Manager role but in a smaller geography and support the entire...

Key Account Manager, Transportation

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 15 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 15 days ago

3PL organization, priding themselves on their robust end to end solutions they offer to their clients, as well as reputation for excellence in the market, is seeking a Key Account Manager! This...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Gainesville, GA

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Gainesville, GA 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 Gainesville, GA
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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