Account Executive Jobs in Clayton, NC

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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Director National Accounts - FMS

  • Ryder System
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 26 days ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here (. Job Description : Summary The Director National Accounts FMS will have the responsibility to manage and identify...

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Clinical Sales Specialist, Electrophysiology - LAA (Raleigh, NC)

  • Abbott Laboratories
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

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Senior Associate Account Executive - Financial Services (3 to 5 years preferred)

  • SAS Institute
  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 4 hours ago

Associate Account Executive (3 - 5 years of experience preferred)- Hybrid | Cary, NC We're a leader in data and AI....

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Account Executive - Screening (Raleigh West)

  • Guardant Health, Inc.
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 5 hours ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

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Key Account Manager (Hospital/Pharma)

  • Nestlé Health Science
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 10 hours ago

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective...

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Account Manager - Raleigh

  • Fortive
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 14 hours ago

About the job The Account Manager is responsible for identifying and closing new business opportunities within established and new accounts in a geographically dispersed territory. Account...

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Dealer Account Manager F&I Protection Products (Raleigh/Durham, NC)

  • GM Financial
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 15 hours ago

Why GM Protection Sales? GM Protection focuses on branded vehicle protection product sales as part of GM Financial, the wholly owned subsidiary and captive finance arm of General Motors. Our sales...

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Account Executive - Commercial Electronic Security

  • Allied Universal Technology Services
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Allied Universal Technology Services is hiring an Account Executive....

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Retail Sales Specialist (Bilingual Spanish) - $18.00 per hour, plus commission and incentives!

  • Spectrum
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago

AT A GLANCE: Our specialists earn an hourly base pay of $18.00 along with lucrative commission and incentives for targeted hourly earnings of $22.50/hour or $46,800.00 annually. Top performers in...

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Sales Executive, Dental/Vision, Public & Labor Segment

  • 4062 Aetna Resources, LLC
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago

We're building a world of health around every individual shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who...

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Gemini Enterprise for Customer Experience Sales Specialist, FSI, Cloud

  • Google
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 10 years of experience in a sales role in the enterprise software, cloud, or AI space. Experience identifying AI use...

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Full Time - Sales Specialist - Appliances - Day

  • Lowes
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Expand your career possibilities. Thank you for dedicating your time and talent to Lowes. We want to give you more opportunities to learn and grow, so if you find a position youre interested in...

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Sales Specialist, Migrations, Google Cloud

  • Google LLC
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Apply share linkCopy link emailEmail a friend info_outline XNote: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: New York,...

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Account Executive - Chronic Therapies - North Carolina

  • Option Care Enterprises, Inc.
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 4 days ago

The Chronic Account Executive will take ownership of executing targeted sales strategies to achieve sales objectives and impact business growth....

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Key Account Manager I

  • INFICON
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Company DescriptionINFICON is a leading provider of innovative instrumentation, critical sensor technologies, and Smart Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 software solutions that enhance productivity and...

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Demographic Data for Clayton, NC

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Clayton, NC

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Clayton, NC 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 Clayton, NC
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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