Account Manager Jobs in Iowa

An Account Manager in the sales industry primarily manages client accounts, ensuring that clients are satisfied with the products or services they receive, strengthening client relationships, and securing repeat business. They are responsible for sales generation through direct contact with customers, understanding their needs, and proposing the most suitable solutions. They also play a crucial role in project management and coordinating between different departments to ensure that all client requirements are met. These professionals are involved in almost every stage of the sales process, which includes initial contact, product demonstrations, closing deals, and after-sales services.

Important skills for an Account Manager include excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. They should also have strong time management and organizational skills. In terms of certifications, a degree in Business Management, Sales, Marketing, or a related field is usually required. Certifications like Certified Professional Sales Person (CPSP), or Certified Sales Leadership Professional (CSLP) can be advantageous. Prior to becoming an Account Manager, a person might have roles such as Sales Representative, Business Development Executive, or Account Executive. These roles provide valuable experience in customer service, sales strategies, and account management, which are crucial for the role of an Account Manager.

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WHO ARE YOU? You enjoy being the go-to-person for sales teams when they need support with managing and processing RFP responses and customer contracts. You can easily manage multiple projects and...

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The N2 Company

Sales Executive

As the nation’s leader in helping businesses efficiently connect with the top realtors in their market, The N2 Company produces high-quality monthly publications, targeted digital advertising and...

Shamir Insight, Inc.

Account Executive

Territory is comprised of Iowa and SE South Dakota JOB SUMMARY: As an Account Executive at Shamir Insight, Inc., you will play a crucial role in driving sales growth by developing and maintaining...

Regional Account Executive- Iowa/Nebraska

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 5 hours ago

As a Regional Account Executive for Galls, youll be tasked with delivering revenue, margin growth, and increasing market share within your territory. A Regional Account Executive will call on and...

Sales Account Executive

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 hours ago

The Sales Account Executive generates advertising revenue by calling on established agencies, cold-calling new prospects and convincing potential clients of the merits of television advertising....

Key Account Manager

  • West Liberty, IA
  • 6 hours ago
  • West Liberty, IA
  • 6 hours ago

We are currently hiring for: Job Title: Senior Account Manager Salary Range: Depending on Experience; $73,000 to $86,000 Job Summary: The Senior Account Manager contributes to the overall Business Unit...

Major & Strategic Account Executive Clinical Decision Support

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 15 hours ago

Location:** Remote U.S. locations **Our products make a difference - and so do our people.** Clinical Effectiveness, a Wolters Kluwer Health business, is seeking an experienced Major & Strategic...

Full Time - Sales Specialist - Millwork - Day

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 16 hours ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Sales Specialist, you will be one of the first people our customers meet. Your sales expertise can help customers find the products they need and encourage them to...

Territory Account Manager, Pharmacy Solutions Consultant

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 16 hours ago

Pharmacy Solutions Consultant (PSC) **This territory will cover East Missouri, Southern Illinois & Surrounding Des Moines, IA area** Job Overview: Responsible for successfully managing customer...

Account Manager

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 17 hours ago

JOB SUMMARY Develops, maintains and enhances relationships with interconnected customers and businesses including investor-owned utilities, rural cooperatives, municipal electric utilities,...

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Account Executive

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 23 hours ago

Job Details Job Location : TH Media - Dubuque, IA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Travel Percentage : Up to 50% Job Shift : Day Job Category : Sales Description Overall...

Account Development Manager - The Pittsburgh Paints Company

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 1 day ago

Account Development Manager - The Pittsburgh Paints Company Account Development Manager - The Pittsburgh Paints Company Field Sales and Service locations USA - Waterloo IA (W 5th St) Store time...

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Associate Account Executive, Screening Sales (Cedar Rapids, IA)

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

Account Executive, Sales Incentives (Greater Des Moines)

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

At ITA Group, we create powerful results for our clients by transforming employees, channel partners and customers into all-out advocates of our clients' business by inspiring authentic, lasting,...

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Salary for Account Manager Jobs in Iowa

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

Highest Education Level

Account Managers in Iowa 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 Managers in Iowa
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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