Account Executive Jobs in Ann Arbor, MI

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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Sales Executive, Audit

  • Thomson Reuters
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 10 hours ago

Executive role High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred Software as a Service Sales (SaaS) experience Strong prospecting and closing skills Strong time management and...

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System Account Manager II

  • Waters Corporation
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 17 hours ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 17 hours ago

System Account Manager II Waters Corporation United States, Michigan, Ann Arbor 2805 South Industrial Highway (Show on map) May 29, 2026 System Account Manager II Req. # 26308 Job Family FS -...

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0058 - Northville MI - Store Sales Specialist

  • REI
  • Northville, MI (18 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Northville, MI (18 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Come shape the future of the outdoors. REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love...

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Sales Account Manager Automotive Tier1

  • NXP Semiconductors
  • Novi, MI (21 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Novi, MI (21 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Sales Account Manager Automotive Tier1 Location: Novi, Michigan Role Summary: The scope of this position includes but is not limited to growing business in ADAS, Body Controls, Infotainment,...

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Strategic Account Manager- Vaccines--Ann Arbor, MI

  • Sanofi
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 5 days ago

Strategic Account Manager- Vaccines Location: US Remote/Field - Grand Rapids About the Job Join the team protecting half a billion lives every year with next-gen science, mRNA innovation, and...

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At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments...

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Oncology Account Specialist (GI) Ann Arbor, MI

  • AstraZeneca
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 6 days ago

Ready to make a difference in the lives of patients with cancer? As an Oncology Account Specialist (OAS) in the Ann Arbor market for the GI team, you'll be at the forefront of transforming patient...

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Inside Sales Account Executive - Plymouth, MI

  • Waste Management
  • Plymouth, MI (17 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI (17 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Quick Snapshot The Account Executive (AE) is an inside sales position that will allow candidates to work from home....

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Sales Account Specialist

  • NSF International
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 7 days ago

Join our team as a Sales Account Specialist, responsible for driving sales growth by managing client relationships and promoting our Food Claims services. We seek candidates with technical sales...

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Sales Account Manager, Large Customer Sales, Amazon Ads

  • Amazon
  • Milan, MI (15 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Milan, MI (15 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Amazon Ads operates at the intersection of advertising and ecommerce and offers advertisers a rich array of innovative advertising solutions across Amazon's websites, proprietary devices and the...

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Account Executive II - Small Store

  • Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling
  • New Hudson, MI (19 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Hudson, MI (19 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Position Responsibilities: The Account Executive achieves genuine awareness of customer strategy to generate annual growth plans between company and customer as well as building mutually beneficial...

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Sales Account Manager - Performance / Tuning Segment

  • Robert Bosch
  • Plymouth, MI (17 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Plymouth, MI (17 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Company Description At Bosch Mobility Aftermarket, we believe in creating a work culture that embodies our core values of grow, enjoy, and inspire. Our Mobility Aftermarket division provides...

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Account Manager

  • Ascent, LLC
  • Belleville, MI (20 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Belleville, MI (20 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 11 days ago

About Ascent Ascent Global Logistics, headquartered in Belleville, Michigan, is a leading global provider of expedited, time-critical logistics solutions and other direct transportation services....

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Neuroscience Territory Account Specialist - Detroit South

  • Novartis AG
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 11 days ago

Summary #LI-Remote This is a field-based and remote opportunity supporting key accounts in an assigned geography. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role. Please only apply if...

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Key Account Manager

  • Gordon Food Service, Inc.
  • South Lyon, MI (15 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • South Lyon, MI (15 miles from Ann Arbor, MI)
  • 12 days ago

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact...

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Demographic Data for Ann Arbor, MI

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Ann Arbor, MI

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Ann Arbor, MI 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 Ann Arbor, MI
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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