Account Executive Jobs in Memphis, 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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Sales Specialist

  • Petco Animal Supplies Inc
  • Millington, TN (16 miles from Memphis, TN)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Millington, TN (16 miles from Memphis, TN)
  • 22 hours ago

Want to help pets live their best lives? We're proud to be where the pets go and where the pet people go. If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be...

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Treasury Management Sales Officer

  • First Horizon Bank
  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago

Location: On site at location listed in job posting. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 9:00AM to 5:00PM SUMMARY Responsible for Treasury Management sales activities, including the development of...

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Signage National Account Specialist - $1-2M Book of Business

  • GPAC
  • Memphis, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 4 days ago

Strategic National Account Specialist - Established $1-2M+ Book of Business (Education / Healthcare / Corporate) Overview We are seeking an established Strategic National Account Specialist who...

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NeuroPsych Sales Specialist - Memphis, TN

  • Teva Pharmaceutical Industries
  • Memphis, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 4 days ago

We Are Teva We're Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it's innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or...

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Healthcare Account Executive - Memphis, TN.

  • Hcmportal
  • Memphis, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: Job Description The Healthcare Account Executive achieves the assigned sales plan by generating profitable UPS revenue growth through the development of new business and the retention...

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In-Home Sales Specialist

  • Lowes
  • Southaven, MS (13 miles from Memphis, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Southaven, MS (13 miles from Memphis, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Competitive Salary: Total Compensation opportunity for top performers of $180,000 and above (consisting of a base annual salary of $40,000 plus an UNCAPPED commission plan). Your Impact As an...

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Client Relations Manager

  • Ageless Mens Health
  • Southaven, MS (13 miles from Memphis, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Southaven, MS (13 miles from Memphis, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Client Relations Manager #NLX292309899 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education A survey of workers in the occupation First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers found that...

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Virtual Account Manager

  • Syneos Health, Inc
  • Memphis, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 5 days ago

Description At Syneos Health, we challenge the status quo, we collaborate to deliver solutions, and we are passionate about changing lives We are looking for a talented individual to join our team...

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National Key Account Manager

  • Envista
  • Memphis, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: JOB SUMMARY: The National Key Account Manager will develop and implement the core strategies and tactics to drive sales performance across Nobel Biocare (Dental Support...

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Product Sales Executive (Chemistry/Immunoassay) Memphis

  • Danaher Corporation
  • Memphis, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 7 days ago

Must have a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: 3+ years experience in diagnostics sales with understanding of laboratory...

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Regional Account Executive

  • Keurig Dr Pepper
  • Memphis, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 7 days ago

Job Overview: Regional Account Executive The ideal candidate will sit in Tennessee or surrounding areas Supporting customer's stores in Tennessee and surrounding areas The Regional Account Executive...

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Account Representative Dock Door

  • Crown Equipment Corporation
  • Collierville, TN (22 miles from Memphis, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Collierville, TN (22 miles from Memphis, TN)
  • 11 days ago

Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offers local support on a global scale with more than 15 manufacturing facilities worldwide...

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Account Executive, Experienced

  • QXO
  • Memphis, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 12 days ago

QXO, Inc. (NYSE: QXO) is the largest publicly traded distributor of roofing, waterproofing, and related products, and the second largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building...

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Internal Account Representative

  • Sonic Healthcare USA
  • Memphis, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 12 days ago

Internal Account Representative at Sonic Healthcare USA Internal Account Representative at Sonic Healthcare USA in Memphis, Tennessee Posted in about 8 hours ago. Job Description: Job Functions,...

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Demographic Data for Memphis, TN

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Memphis, TN

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Memphis, TN 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 Memphis, 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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