Account Executive Jobs in Grand Rapids, 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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Account Executive - Finance & Legal

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 1 day ago

Advance Finance is growing and is seeking an Account Executive with Advance Finance!...

Account Executive - Travel and Tourism

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 1 day ago

Executive!...

Senior Sales Executive (Microsoft)

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago

Who You'll Work With At Slalom, personal connection meets global scale. Our vision is to enable a world in which everyone loves their work and life. We help organizations of all kinds redefine...

SAS in Walmart - Retail Sales Specialist

  • Sparta, MI (13 miles from Grand Rapids, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sparta, MI (13 miles from Grand Rapids, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising Why us? SAS Retail Services is part of the largest retail services company in the US, working with major consumer brands in Walmart stores in your...

Retail Sales Specialist - TCL Devices

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago

As a Retail Sales Specialist for our TCL devices, youll engage with customers to understand their needs, preferences and budget while providing expert service and recommendations. Youll maintain...

Mid Market Account Executive

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago

ADP is hiring a Sales Representative, Major Accounts. Are you ready to control your financial future with unlimited upside earnings potential?...

Local Grocery Sales Executive

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Level : Experienced Job Location : Grand Rapids - (remote team), MI Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Travel Percentage : Road Warrior- Daily Local Travel Job...

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Sales Specialist - Mesa, AZ

  • Kentwood, MI (6 miles from Grand Rapids, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kentwood, MI (6 miles from Grand Rapids, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Sales Specialist - Mesa, AZ Amphenol Borisch Technologies Mesa, AZ 85213 Posted 4 days Sales Specialist - Mesa, AZ Now! Back to search Location: Mesa, Arizona Posted: 6/26/2025 Location Name:...

Commercial Associate Relationship Manager

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago

We do the right things, right now. We do them in a way that is relevant to our clients. Become a part of our history as it continues to be written! If you are interested and qualified for this...

Outside Sales Account Manager - Industrial Fluid Power

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago

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

Middle Market Commercial Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago

The Account Executive Officer (AEO), Commercial Accounts will partner with agents and brokers to provide property, general liability, commercial auto, and/or workers' compensation coverage for new and...

B2B Sales Account Executive - Fiber

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago

Our B2B Sales Account Executives - Fiber earn a base between $38,800 - $58,200 + $45,000 with a total target compensation of $83,800 - $103,200....

Retail Print Sales Specialist

  • Grand Haven, MI (23 miles from Grand Rapids, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Haven, MI (23 miles from Grand Rapids, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Print Specialists provide exceptional customer service and solutions to customers' print needs. You will produce professionally finished products using print and production equipment. You will...

Account Executive Officer/Sr. Underwriter, National Property

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago

The Account Executive Officer (AEO), National Property will partner with agents and brokers to provide coverage for new and renewal business based on customers' needs....

Ocean Marine Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 3 days ago

The Account Executive Officer (AEO), Ocean Marine will partner with agents and brokers to provide coverage for new and renewal business based on customers' needs....

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Grand Rapids, MI

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Grand Rapids, MI 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 Grand Rapids, 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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