Account Executive Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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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Commercial Security Systems Account Executive

  • Johnson Controls
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 21 days ago

The Commercial Account Executive is responsible for securing profitable sales and upgrades to new, existing and discontinued Johnson Controls Security Commercial customers while improving customer satisfaction...

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School Account Manager I

  • Renaissance
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 12 hours ago

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HVAC Sr Account Manager - Virginia Beach

  • Daikin
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Daikin Applied is seeking a HVAC Sr Account Manager. You will have the ability to make an...

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Sr Key Account Manager

  • Advantage Solutions
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Sr Key Account Manager The Sr. KAM is a salesperson responsible for meeting sales quotas and expense budgets for assigned clients by managing sales programs, promotional spending, distribution...

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Sales Executive VIP

  • Hilton Grand Vacations
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 1 day ago

As a VIP Sales Executive you would be responsible for executing your position's responsibilities in alignment with our Spirit of Service culture and driving company success through performing the...

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Strategic Account Manager

  • Kodiak Labor Solutions
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description Strategic Account Manager Location: Chesapeake, VA Why Join Us? Our client is a full-service Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) contractor with a long-standing reputation...

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Loan Sales Specialist

  • OneMain
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 2 days 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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Account Executive - Hydronics

  • Building Controls and Services
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Account Executive - Hydronics Job Location: Virginia Beach, VA Operating Company: Hobbs & Associates FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Range: $85k-$100k Annually About: Hobbs & Associates - A member...

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Account Executive - Equipment

  • Building Controls and Services
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Account Executive - Equipment Job Location: Norfolk, TN Operating Company: Hobbs & Associates FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Range: $80-100k Annually About: Hobbs & Associates - A member of the...

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Account Manager II (Strategic)

  • Renaissance
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 5 days ago

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Molecular Imaging Account Manager, Oncology - Virginia - Blue Earth Diagnostics

  • Bracco
  • Virginia Beach, VA (4 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA (4 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 5 days ago

About Blue Earth Diagnostics: Blue Earth Diagnostics is an established molecular imaging company focused on providing innovative, well-differentiated diagnostics solutions, informing patient...

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Account Executive, VA

  • Amplify Education Inc.
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 5 days ago

Amplify is seeking an Account Executive who will serve as a strategic specialist on Amplify's solutions, independently manage territory operations, and drive revenue growth through consultative sales...

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Meta Sales Specialist

  • 2020 Companies
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (13 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Type: Regular Work Location: Best Buy 421 - Chesapeake, VA 23320 Overview: 2020 Companies, in partnership with our client, Meta, are now hiring part-time Sales Specialists! Pay: $20.50 per...

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Sales Executive Cybersecurity Services

  • Forge Path
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA (16 miles from Virginia Beach, VA)
  • 6 days ago

About the roleForgePath is hiring its founding seller a senior cybersecurity services rep who wants the upside of a build-from-scratch opportunity in a growing consultancy. The commission...

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Supplier Account Manager - Combat Support Equipment

  • ADS
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 6 days ago

ADS, Inc. began more than 20 years ago by outfitting Navy SEALS with quality dive equipment, and today we're proud to manage 3,000 supplier partnerships and over 50,000 products. Please watch this...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA
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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