Account Executive Jobs in Louisiana

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 - Home Health Business Development

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 28 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 28 days ago

As we continue to grow in both new and existing markets, VitalCaring is seeking an Account Manager who embodies our core values: Trustworthy, Capable, Compassionate, Proactive, and, above all,...

Field Sales Executive

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 10 days ago

The Industrial Outside Sales Representative (OSR) is accountable for increasing sales by building and sustaining relationships with new and existing customers within their assigned territory. This...

Account Executive - Field Sales

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 20 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 20 days ago

The Industrial Outside Sales Representative (OSR) is accountable for increasing sales by building and sustaining relationships with new and existing customers within their assigned territory. This...

Advertising Account Executive (Cox Media)

  • Plaquemine, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Plaquemine, LA
  • 5 days ago

We're looking for an Advertising Account Executive who loves astonishing clients with a robust portfolio of services in a collaborative and fast-paced sales environment....

Pharmacy Account Manager

  • Metairie, LA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 13 hours ago

_CarelonRx (formerly IngenioRx) leverages the power of new technologies and a strong, clinical-first lens, to deliver member-centered, lasting pharmacy care._ **Pharmacy Account Manager**...

Full Time - Sales Specialist - Millwork - Day

  • Leesville, LA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Leesville, LA
  • 13 hours 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...

Account Executive - Global System Integrators

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 13 hours ago

Account Executive will collaborate closely with support teams to meet customer needs and increase market awareness through active industry engagement....

Account Manager

  • Mandeville, LA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Mandeville, LA
  • 17 hours ago

As the nation’s leader in helping small to mid-sized businesses efficiently connect with affluent homeowners, The N2 Company produces high-quality monthly publications, targeted digital...

Remote Work

Full Time - Sales Specialist - Appliances - Day

  • Leesville, LA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Leesville, LA
  • 20 hours 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...

Industrial Account Executive (Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States)

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 23 hours ago

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite Legal Entity: Entergy Louisiana, LLC JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE Build and maintain effective long-term relationships with a defined customer base to ensure a high level of...

Key Account Representative

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 23 hours ago

Key Account Representative FT SALARY REMOTE Reports to: VP of Sales Azelis is a leading global innovation service provider in the specialty chemical and food ingredients industry present in over...

Vac Services Sales Specialist

  • Luling, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Luling, LA
  • 1 day ago

Safety-Kleen in Kenner, LA is looking for a Vac Sales Specialist to join their safety conscious team! The Vac Services Sales Specialist is directly responsible for the profitable revenue growth...

Account Executive, Screening Sales (Alexandria, LA)

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 1 day ago

Job Description This is an opportunity to join the growing Screening and Early Detection commercial team at Guardant Health as a field-based Account Executive and work hand in hand with sales leadership...

Remote Work

SunSource and its family of companies represent 200+ locations and 3,000+ employees making up one of North Americas leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with...

Account Executive

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

We're looking for an Advertising Account Executive who loves astonishing clients with a robust portfolio of services in a collaborative and fast-paced sales environment....

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Louisiana

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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