Account Executive Jobs in Hickory, 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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Key Account Manager (Hospital/Pharma)

  • Nestlé Health Science
  • Hickory, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 1 hour 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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Loan Sales Specialist

  • OneMain
  • Hickory, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 1 day ago

At OneMain, Loan Sales Specialists empower customers by listening to their needs and providing access to friendly, fast, and affordable financing for lifes expenses. In this role, our team members...

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Regional Clinical Sales Specialist, Spine (Western Pennsylvania)

  • ICON Clinical Research
  • Hickory, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 2 days ago

Discover J&J Medicines & therapies Medical devices & technology Media Contact View saved jobs 0 English Login Healthcare areas News Investors Careers Our company Search J&J.com Home Careers Jobs...

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Clinical Sales Specialist - Hickory, NC - Johnson & Johnson MedTech, Orthopaedics

  • Johnson \u0026 Johnson Services, Inc.
  • Hickory, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 6 days ago

Clinical Sales Specialist - Hickory, NC - Johnson & Johnson MedTech, Orthopaedics Function MedTech Sales Sub function Inside Sales -- MedTech (No Commission) Category Analyst, Inside Sales -...

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Rheumatology Territory Account Specialist - Charlotte

  • Novartis AG
  • Hickory, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 6 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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Full Time - Sales Specialist - Cabinets - Day

  • Lowe's Companies, Inc.
  • Hickory, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 14 days ago

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

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Regional Clinical Sales Specialist, Trauma - Hickory, NC - Johnson & Johnson MedTech - Orthopaedics

  • Johnson \u0026 Johnson Services, Inc.
  • Hickory, NC
  • 17 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 17 days ago

Regional Clinical Sales Specialist, Trauma - Hickory, NC - Johnson & Johnson MedTech - Orthopaedics Function MedTech Sales Sub function Inside Sales -- MedTech (No Commission) Category Analyst,...

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Small Store Sales Account Manager

  • Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated
  • Hickory, NC
  • 19 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 19 days ago

Requisition ID: 255179 Locations: Hickory Pay Rate: $62,371 Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6am-til completion of route. Click here to experience a Day in the Life of our Teammates! Uncap Your Potential...

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New Home Sales Specialist

  • Smith Douglas Homes Corp.
  • Hickory, NC
  • 20 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 20 days ago

At Smith Douglas Homes, we pride ourselves on being one of the fastest growing home building companies in the country. We are looking for an experienced licensed New Home Sales Specialist to join...

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Sales Specialist

  • Home Depot
  • Hickory, NC
  • 21 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 21 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 Manager, Ophthalmics - Hickory, NC

  • Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
  • Hickory, NC
  • 23 days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 23 days ago

Sun Ophthalmics is committed to building a world class commercial team of passionate, ethical, and credible professionals that are committed to winning the right way and are accountable to their...

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Account Executive

  • Republic Services
  • Hickory, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 30+ days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Account Executive is responsible for identifying leads and proactively prospecting and selling new and profitable business within an assigned geographic area....

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Commercial Account Manager

  • Orkin LLC
  • Hickory, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 45+ days ago

Overview FIRST YEAR POTENTIAL EARNINGS $80K If You’re the Best at Sales, You Have a Place with the Best in Pests As part of the Orkin Commercial sales team, you get the advantage of a highly...

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Account Executive - Corrugated Box Sales

  • Hood Container Corporation
  • Lincolnton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lincolnton, NC (21 miles from Hickory, NC)
  • 45+ days ago

Account Executive – Corrugated Sales - Remote U.S....

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Account Manager

  • Rent-A-Center Inc.
  • Hickory, NC
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hickory, NC
  • 45+ days ago

Ready to do your best work? Interested in a minimum starting hourly rate of $13.73 per hour - $16.15 per hour? Why should I apply in just a few clicks? Position Summary If you're looking for a...

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Demographic Data for Hickory, NC

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Hickory, NC

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Hickory, 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 Hickory, 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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