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 Manager

  • Wolter Group
  • Buford, GA (18 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Buford, GA (18 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 10 hours ago

Position summary: Perform field promotional work to sell and develop new business and maintain existing business. Demonstrate products and initiate proposals. Analyze customer applications and...

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Key Account Manager

  • Dollar General
  • Cleveland, GA (21 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cleveland, GA (21 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 17 hours ago

Danfoss Keyword Location Search view all jobs Key Account Manager - Remote Pittsburg, PA Posted yesterday Apply Now Key Account Manager - Remote Req ID: 49614 Job Location (Short): Atlanta, GA,...

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Inside Sales Account Manager - Contract To Hire

  • The DAVIS Companies
  • Sugar Hill, GA (17 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sugar Hill, GA (17 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Inside Sales Account Manager - Contract To Hire The Inside Sales Account Manager position is located in the Buford, GA area. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a company known for...

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Commercial Account Manager

  • Global Industrial
  • Sugar Hill, GA (17 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sugar Hill, GA (17 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Global Industrial Corporate Overview For over 70 years Global Industrial has been an industry leader providing private label and brand name industrial equipment and supplies to businesses...

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Account Executive, Business Sales - Dacula/Winder

  • T-Mobile
  • Winder, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Winder, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Overview The Account Executive, Business Sales role at T-Mobile is designed for ambitious, results-driven sales professionals who are passionate about building stellar customer relationships and...

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Hospice Palliative Sales Account Executive- Gainesville

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

PruittHealth is seeking a Hospice & Palliative Sales Account Executive to join our growing team....

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Residential Sales Specialist (Door-to-door)

  • Point Broadband
  • Dawsonville, GA (21 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Dawsonville, GA (21 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 12 days ago

Point Broadband and Clearwave Fiber are affiliated companies operating as part of a combined organization. This opportunity is a Point Broadband position, and candidates selected for hire will be...

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Key Account Manager

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

accounts that drive a significant portion of company revenue....

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Sr Account Manager - Suwanee, GA

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

There's a Place for You at World Electric A career at World Electric is more than a job. You're investing in a brighter, more sustainable future together and joining a team that makes a real...

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Account Executive I-Jan San/Foodservice

  • United Stationers
  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 13 days ago

Essendant is a purpose-driven company that reaches beyond business goals to define its success within commerce today. We support our associates, customers and communities – our core values and...

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Public Sector Account Manager

  • Global Industrial
  • Buford, GA (17 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Buford, GA (17 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 14 days ago

Global Industrial Corporate Overview For over 70 years Global Industrial has been an industry leader providing private label and brand name industrial equipment and supplies to businesses...

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Clinical Account Executive Home Health

  • Amedisys, Inc.
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 14 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 14 days ago

Overview Make a difference every day as an Amedisys care transitions coordinator! Join Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility,...

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Fleet Account Executive

  • Hendrick Automotive Group
  • Buford, GA (18 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Buford, GA (18 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 16 days 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...

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Account Manager

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

What We Offer Work-life balance Career advancement opportunities A compelling work culture and company values A sense of purpose and employee appreciation Leadership support, Stability &...

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Sales Specialist

  • Home Depot
  • Dahlonega, GA (22 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Dahlonega, GA (22 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 20 days ago

Sales Specialists help customers bring their project ideas to life by offering a range of product options, providing samples, and recommending solutions—including installation and related...

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Demographic Data for Gainesville, GA

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Gainesville, GA

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Gainesville, GA 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 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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