Account Executive Jobs in Opelousas, LA

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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Retail Sales Specialist - TCL Devices

  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 2 days ago

03-Jul-2025 Retail Sales Specialist - TCL Devices Full time Regular Job Description As a Retail Sales Specialist for our TCL devices, you'll engage with customers to understand their needs,...

Date posted: 07/02/2025 Requisition Number: 2025-57274 Business unit: Marketing Location: Opelousas, Louisiana Areas of interest: Retail, Sales Position Type: Full Time SRL213 Do you have a...

Full Time - Sales Specialist - Cabinets - Day

  • Opelousas, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 3 days ago

Your Impact at Lowe's** As a Sales Specialist, you will be one of the first people our customers meet. Your sales expertise can help customers find the products they need and encourage them to...

Performance Sales Specialist

  • Breaux Bridge, LA (23 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Breaux Bridge, LA (23 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 8 days ago

Camping World is seeking a Performance Sales Specialist for our growing team. As the Performance Sales Specialist, you'll lead the retail sector daily sales activities on everything from...

Account Manager

  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 10 days ago

Account Manager The Account Manager is responsible for customer engagement, growing sales volume and gross margin contribution by selling Winfield United portfolio of products to an assigned list...

Field Sales Account Executive - Lafayette, LA

  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 10 days ago

The Account Executive position will utilize a consultative selling style that operates independently on a daily basis....

Retail Sales Specialist - Home Theater

  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 11 days ago

As a Retail Sales Specialist in our home theater department, you'll engage with customers to learn their needs, provide excellent service, perform product demos and make helpful recommendations....

Associate Account Manager - Personal Lines

  • Eunice, LA (19 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Eunice, LA (19 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 12 days ago

Experience using Applied (EPIC) Agency Management system is preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills....

Account Executive III, Sales

  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 12 days ago

The Sales Account Executive generates advertising revenue by calling on established agencies, cold-calling new prospects and convincing potential clients of the merits of television advertising....

Full Time - Sales Specialist - Flooring - Closing

  • Opelousas, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 12 days ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Sales Specialist, you will be one of the first people our customers meet. Your sales expertise can help customers find the products they need and encourage them to...

Sales Account Executive

  • Scott, LA (19 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Scott, LA (19 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 19 days ago

Sales Account Executive Monday-Friday Full-Time, Various Shifts Come and experience the difference with R+L Carriers Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment R+L Carriers is actively seeking...

Account Manager I - ArcBest

  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 20 days ago

Account Managers grow and maintain profitable ArcBest business by selling and marketing ArcBest solutions and services to current and prospective customers. Responsibilities * Assist in collection...

Client Services Manager - Reserve at River Place

  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 21 days ago

Assistant Community Manager w/quick growth potential Your Role as a Assistant Community Manager: Your practical and compassionate nature is critical to effectively balance between leasing...

Pandora Jewelry Sales Specialist, Acadiana Mall

  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Lafayette, LA (21 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 21 days ago

Join us today at our Pandora Boutique! This location is exclusively Pandora-branded owned and operated by REEDS Jewelers, a family-run company celebrating excellence since 1946. REEDS is known for...

Fleet Tire Sales Specialist - Lafayette, LA

  • Scott, LA (19 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Scott, LA (19 miles from Opelousas, LA)
  • 22 days ago

Goodyear. More Driven. IMMEDIATELY HIRING!!! - APPLY TODAY!!! We are a service and retreading market leader with over 200 Commercial Tire Centers and Truck Care Centers located across the United...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Opelousas, LA

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Opelousas, LA 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 Opelousas, LA
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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