Account Executive Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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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HVAC Smart Building Account Executive

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 28 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 28 days ago

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

Commercial Relationship Manager III - Clive, IA

  • Clive, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Clive, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 6 hours ago

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Supports commercial clients of Lincoln Savings Bank (LSB) as a trusted advisor bringing a full breadth of solutions to the specific needs of each client. Develops...

Account Supervisor - Two Rivers Marketing

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 hours ago

JOB DETAILS Company Location: Two Rivers Marketing - Des Moines, IA Position Type: Hybrid Position Schedule: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR The primary...

Sr. Business Development Executive

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 10 hours ago

Sr. Business Development ExecutiveRemote - United StatesJR012017 At Ensono, our **Purpose is to be a relentless ally, disrupting the status quo and unleashing our clients to Do Great Things**...

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Retail Account Manager - Des Moines, IA

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 11 hours ago

Who we are With innovative brands like Monaco Cocktails and Kentucky Coffee Whiskey, Atomic Brands believes in Fun, Flavor, and Unforgettable Moments! We hire for attitude and character, then...

Key Account Manager

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 20 hours ago

Description As the Key Account Manager, you will play a critical role in building and nurturing relationships with key institutional customers, such as hospitals, healthcare systems and other...

Spa Sales Specialist

  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 23 hours ago

Benefits: Employee discounts Flexible schedule Free uniforms Opportunity for advancement Our brand purpose is to Elevate the Lives of the People we Touch. Join the Massage Heights team to help us...

Account Executive

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

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Loan Sales Specialist

  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 1 day ago

At OneMain, Loan Sales Specialists empower customers by listening to their needs and providing access to friendly, fast, and affordable financing for lifes expenses. In this role, our team members...

Senior Account Executive - Renewables Sales Specialist

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

As the **Account Executive for Renewable Energy Sales**, you will be responsible for growing revenue in the Solar and Battery Energy Storage (BESS) markets for North America, focusing on attracting...

Account Manager II - RE Expansion

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

About Lumen** Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and...

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Senior Global Key Account Manager - Pharma

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Senior Global Key Account Manager - Pharma + Apply Now + Start applying with LinkedIn + **Please wait...** Job Description **_Would you like to be a part of our Global Key Account Management team...

Senior Business Account Executive - Des Moines, IA

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Senior Business Account Executive The Senior Business Account Executive is an office-based position with travel to and around the assigned territory on a daily basis and is responsible for all the sales...

Field Sales Account Executive

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

In this role, the Field Account Executive (FAE) is primarily responsible to facilitate customer and prospect meetings in order to identify and sell Concentras suite of services....

Global Sales Account Manager

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

Engage Account Executives and other resources to demonstrate capabilities and address customer needs. Regularly review and improve processes to accelerate technology deployment and utilization....

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Des Moines, IA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.4%
Master's Degree
17.6%
High School or GED
8.4%
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 Des Moines, IA
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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