Account Executive Jobs in Tennessee

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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Strategic Account Manager (Retail)

  • Shelbyville, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Shelbyville, TN
  • 19 days ago

Location: Remote - Tennessee Employment Status: Salary Full-Time Function: Sales Summary Harris Products Group, a Lincoln Electric company, has an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Sales...

Urgent Care Account Specialist

  • Memphis, TN
  • 25 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 25 days ago

Inizio Engage has a long-standing partnership with a leading Biotechnology company, across Commercial, Patient Solutions and Medical Affairs businesses. We are seeking a performance-driven,...

Territory Account Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 45+ days ago

Nashville, Tennessee Sales Account Manager Uline, a name millions of businesses across North America know and trust, is looking for an experienced Sales Account Manager to build our growing...

Sales Account Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 90+ days ago

Nashville, Tennessee Sales Account Manager Uline, a name millions of businesses across North America know and trust, is looking for an experienced Sales Account Manager to build our growing...

Account Executive

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago

Overview: The Account Executive is responsible for supporting and expanding client relationships within designated territories, delivering efficient and scalable solutions for local and regional clients...

Industrial Account Executive

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 hour ago

The primary responsibility of an Industrial Account Executive is to obtain orders or contracts for Tradesmens services within the Industrial and Manufacturing verticals....

Consumer Lending Sales Specialist - Full Time

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 hours ago

Address: 4222 Asheville Hwy., Knoxville, Tennessee, United States - 37914 Bi-Lingual Spanish is a plus!! Since 1997, Advance America has helped millions of hardworking people with a variety of...

Account Executive

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 10 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 10 hours ago

Job Description Summary The Account Executive is responsible for proactive outbound prospecting and nurturing potential leads to develop the opportunity achieve sales and revenue goals....

Territory Infusion Account Executive

  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 hours ago

Territory Infusion Account Executive Location: Nashville, TN Travel: Up To 40% Annually For Field-Based Territory Sales Total Rewards: $80,0000.00 - $110,000.00 Annually, Depending On Experience + Uncapped...

AT A GLANCE Welcome to On! We are one of the World's fastest-growing premium sportswear brands and we're redefining the future of sportswear. On is disrupting the global sports footwear, apparel,...

Account Executive - Field Integrated Solutions (Remote)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 11 hours ago

Job Description Join our Xplor Pay Field Integrated Solutions Team as an Account Executive (AE) to make a real impact every day....

Remote Work

Public Sector Account Executive, SLED (Remote, TN)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 hours ago

Your role at Dynatrace** + Manage growth & adoption of our Dynatrace platform into assigned accounts on a global basis, whilst working with local sales and support teams across various GEOs +...

Remote Work

Renewals Account Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 hours ago

_Job Title:_** Renewals Account Manager **About Skyhigh Security:** Skyhigh Security is a dynamic, fast-paced, cloud company that is a leader in the security industry. Our mission is to protect...

Account Manager SMB Business Sales - Floater

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 hours ago

When you join Verizon** You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we...

Small Format Sales Account Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 21 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 21 hours ago

Position Responsibilities: The Account Manager is responsible for maintaining relationships while increasing business by selling and ordering products for customers within their territory This...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Tennessee

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Tennessee offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.4%
Master's Degree
17.6%
High School or GED
8.3%
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 Tennessee
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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