Account Executive Jobs in Knoxville, TN

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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Transportation Sales Executive-Gov. Freight Forwarding

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 15 hours ago

Transportation Sales Executive – Government Business (Freight Forwarding) THIS IS A REMOTE POSITION Our client is a leading freight forwarding company that specializes in providing...

Store Sales Specialist - Part Time

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 23 hours ago

Overview Come shape the future of the outdoors. REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love...

Account Executive

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 23 hours ago

About Inhabit Inhabit operates a unique collective of tech-forward companies serving the residential, commercial, and short-term rental industries. Our team members deliver best-in-class software...

Account Executive, Screening - Knoxville, TN East

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Job Description This is an opportunity to join the growing Screening and Early Detection commercial team at Guardant Health as a field-based Account Executive and work hand in hand with sales leadership...

Commercial Lines Account Manager - Property & Casualty

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records in the agency management system (e.g., Applied Epic, AMS360)....

Account Executive

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 2 days ago

BUILD A BETTER CAREER WITH MSC Serving customers and our community starts with the best people doing their best work. That is precisely what we have created at MSC Industrial Supply Co. We are a...

Full Time - Sales Specialist - ProServices - Day

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 2 days ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Pro Sales Specialist, you will be a guide and consultant for every Pro customer who walks through our doors. Every single day, Pro Customers are building, maintaining,...

Addiction Medicine Sales Specialist - Hep C - Knoxville, TN CZA55077

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 2 days ago

At IQVIA, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive workplace. Together with our clients, we work together to improve patients' lives. We know our employees are essential to the success of...

Account Manager, Service Sales

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Summary** Healthcare Services Account Manager role that is customer facing, responsible for growing and winning business in an assigned geographical territory -Nashville and East Tennessee...

Retail Sales Specialist - $18.00 per hour, plus commission and incentives!

  • Sevierville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sevierville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Date posted: 04/25/2025 Requisition Number: 2025-51756 Business unit: Marketing Location: Sevierville, Tennessee Areas of interest: Retail, Sales Position Type: Full Time SRL213 AT A GLANCE: Our...

Retail Print Sales Specialist

  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (20 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 6 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 Manager

  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Maryville, TN (21 miles from Knoxville, TN)
  • 7 days ago

Yardnique Family of Companies Summary Heres what you need to know about working here: At Yardnique, were a family. We are passionate about our teams and creating opportunities for our employees is...

Entry Level Account Representative

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago

About the role: TQL is seeking motivated, high performing individuals to join our award-winning team. This is more than just a sales position; you'll establish relationships and leverage your...

Cardiology Account Manager- Knoxville & Chattanooga, TN

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago

Lantheus is headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts with offices in Canada, and Sweden. For more than 60 years, Lantheus has been instrumental in pioneering the field of medical imaging and has...

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B2B Sales Executive

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 8 days ago

City Wide, the nation's fastest growing facilities solutions company is growing in Knoxville and surrounding areas. We are searching for Sales Executives to join our organization. This position is...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Knoxville, TN

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Knoxville, TN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.3%
Master's Degree
17.6%
High School or GED
8.4%
Associate's Degree
7.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
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 Knoxville, TN
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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