Account Executive Jobs in Georgia

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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Principal Duties/Responsibilities: · Attain revenue and profit targets as set by the sales organization. · Generate new leads and opportunities within assigned accounts. · Maintain a pipeline of...

Account Executive

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago

Salem Media - Atlanta offers an exceptional opportunity for a Media Strategist / Account Executive....

B2B Sales Representative

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking for a driven, energetic, and persistent Outside Sales Representative (OSR) to help us expand our fast-growing business within a defined sales territory. As an OSR, you will be on...

Account Executive - Hospice Sales

  • Avondale Estates, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Avondale Estates, GA
  • 5 days ago

Essential Functions: The Hospice Liaison or Account Executive is responsible for coordinating & generating new hospice business in both existing and new accounts, identifying new markets and maintaining...

Retail Account Executive

  • Fairburn, GA
  • 12 days ago
  • Fairburn, GA
  • 12 days ago

Job Profile Summary This position is responsible for promoting the company's products and services and for building relationships with new and manage existing accounts. The focus is to help...

Sales Executive - PEO

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 hours ago

Imagine Your Future with Us! Since 1971, Paychex has been at the forefront of simplifying HR, payroll, and benefits for American businesses. Our digital HR technology and advisory solutions cater...

Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified...

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Account Manager SMB Business Sales - Floater

  • Peachtree City, GA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Peachtree City, GA
  • 6 hours ago

When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power...

Account Manager Retail SMB Business Sales

  • Brunswick, GA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Brunswick, GA
  • 6 hours ago

When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power...

Account Executive - Ocean Transportation (Atlanta, GA)

  • Kennesaw, GA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Kennesaw, GA
  • 7 hours ago

Job Details Sales Account Executive - Ocean Transportation (Atlanta, GA) Kennesaw, GA Job Description Job ID#: 114606 Category: Sales Job Type: Permanent Branch: Fort Lauderdale Salary: $ 70000.00 -...

Director, National Accounts

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 hours ago

A position at White Cap isnt your ordinary job. Youll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

Enterprise Account Executive

  • Duluth, GA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Duluth, GA
  • 8 hours ago

As an Enterprise Account Executive at Spectrum Business, you can do that....

Sales Executive Senior, Insurance - SB

  • Augusta, GA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Augusta, GA
  • 8 hours ago

Position Type : Full time Type Of Hire : Experienced (relevant combo of work and education) Education Desired : Bachelor's Degree Job Description We are FIS. Our technology powers the worlds...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Georgia

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Georgia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.4%
Master's Degree
17.6%
High School or GED
8.3%
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 Georgia
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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