Account Executive Jobs in Erie, PA

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

  • Saia
  • Erie, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 1 day ago

Ready To Go Further? Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. Youll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. Youll...

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Relationship Manager I

  • GAF
  • Erie, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 2 days ago

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Relationship Manager I - BB

  • PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
  • Edinboro, PA (17 miles from Erie, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Edinboro, PA (17 miles from Erie, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

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Account Executive - B2B

  • Hibu
  • Erie, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 5 days ago

Are you looking for a new sales position with unlimited earning potential and that is in a flourishing industry? Or maybe you have been thinking about switching career paths and moving into sales?...

Hybrid

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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Relationship Manager I - BB

  • PNC
  • Erie, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

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Oncology Account Manager (Solid Tumor) Pittsburgh, PA

  • GSK, Plc.
  • Erie, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 7 days ago

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Sales Specialist

  • Home Depot
  • Erie, PA
  • 18 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 18 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

  • Erie SeaWolves
  • Erie, PA
  • 22 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 22 days ago

The SeaWolves are seeking an Account Executive to sell ticket packages, group outings, suites and hospitality....

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Regional Clinical Sales Specialist, Trauma (Erie, PA)

  • IQVIA
  • Erie, PA
  • 22 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 22 days ago

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Account Manager

  • Aspen Surgical
  • Erie, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Work with Account Executive on account strategy, implementation and expansion planning and other key account management activities....

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Account Manager

  • Rent A Center
  • Erie, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 30+ 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 youre looking for a...

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Residential Sales Specialist

  • Rentokil Initial
  • Erie, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Benefits Start Day 1 for Full-Time Colleagues - No Waiting Period! For more information about our benefits, see below! We are proud to be a member of the Rentokil family of companies, the global...

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Lease-Account Manager (Erie)

  • Thompson Truck & Trailer
  • Erie, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Lease-Account Manager (Erie) Req #933 Erie, PA, USA Apply Share Job Description Posted Friday, April 10, 2026 at 12:00 AM Company Information Ascendance Idealease, is part of the Idealease...

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Account Manager

  • Applied Industrial Technologies
  • Erie, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 60+ days ago

Minimum of 2 years proven outside industrial sales experience with a tangible product OR 2+ yrs customer service / inside sales experience with bearing and power transmission products Proven experience...

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Demographic Data for Erie, PA

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Erie, PA

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Erie, PA 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 Erie, PA
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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