Account Executive Jobs in Columbia, MO

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

  • Aston Carter
  • Ashland, MO (7 miles from Columbia, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Ashland, MO (7 miles from Columbia, MO)
  • 4 days ago

ADE - Field Sales Representative in KY Job Description This is an exciting opportunity to help launch a brand-new local delivery partner program in Kentucky. In this role, you recruit and onboard...

Hybrid Contract

Account Executive - Hospice Sales

  • Agape Care Group
  • Centertown, MO (17 miles from Columbia, MO)
  • 19 days ago
  • Centertown, MO (17 miles from Columbia, MO)
  • 19 days ago

Join Our Team as an Account Executive Are you a relationship-driven healthcare sales professional who wants to make a meaningful difference in your community?...

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Territory Account Executive, Retail - Southwest St. Louis, MO

  • Toast
  • Columbia, MO
  • 20 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 20 days ago

As a Retail Account Executive, you will be part of a founding team that is transforming the way convenience stores, grocery stores, and bottle shops operate....

Hybrid

Sales Specialist

  • Home Depot
  • Columbia, MO
  • 20 days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 20 days ago

Sales Specialists help customers bring their project ideas to life by offering a range of product options, providing samples, and recommending solutions—including installation and related...

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Account Executive - Hospice

  • United Health Group
  • Columbia, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 30+ days ago

As the Account Executive, you will be responsible for executing the sales strategy to increase company market share through account development and educating the medical community on services provided...

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Specialty Account Manager, Symbravo (Columbia, MO)

  • Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
  • Columbia, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 30+ days ago

Axsome Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company leading a new era in the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) conditions. We deliver scientific breakthroughs by identifying critical gaps...

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Account Executive- B2B

  • Hibu
  • Columbia, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 30+ days ago

Are you a college student preparing to graduate and looking to kick-start a rewarding career in sales? Or have you recently graduated and are seeking a fresh opportunity to grow and thrive in...

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Account Executive - Screening (Columbia, MO)

  • Guardant Health, Inc.
  • Columbia, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 30+ days ago

This is a unique opportunity to join our growing Screening and Early Detection commercial team at Guardant Health as a field-based Account Executive....

Remote Hybrid

Neighborhood Sales Specialist

  • Socket Telecom LLC
  • Columbia, MO
  • 45+ days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 45+ days ago

Neighborhood Sales Specialist Socket Telecom LLC - 2.9 Columbia, MO Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance 401(k)...

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Account Executive

  • Cumulus Media New Holdings Inc.
  • Columbia, MO
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia, MO
  • 90+ days ago

Position Overview The Account Executive successfully manages relationships with dozens of local and regional businesses, protects and grows the revenue base, identifies and creates new business opportunities...

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Demographic Data for Columbia, MO

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Columbia, MO

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Columbia, MO 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 Columbia, MO
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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