Account Manager Jobs in Mississippi

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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Clinical Sales Specialist, Electrophysiology - LAA (Jackson, MS)

  • Abbott Laboratories
  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 days ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

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Clinical Account Executive -Home Health

  • United Health Group
  • Flowood, MS
  • 6 hours ago
  • Flowood, MS
  • 6 hours ago

Explore opportunities with Mississippi HomeCare of Flowood a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family...

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Account Executive - Hospice Sales

  • UnitedHealth Group
  • MS
  • 13 hours ago
  • MS
  • 13 hours ago

Account Executive - Hospice Sales #NLX292484369 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education The employer did not specify any required education level. ?% Experience This job requires no particular length...

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As our Outside Sales Account Manager, you'll focus on growing GCG's marine-grade wire and cable business by connecting customers with dependable sol ......

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In-Home Sales Specialist

  • Lowe's
  • MS
  • 13 hours ago
  • MS
  • 13 hours ago

In-Home Sales Specialist #NLX292446355 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education A survey of workers in the occupation Demonstrators and product promoters found that 54.76% had a High School Diploma...

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Lead Specialist, Sales

  • Pearson
  • MS
  • 13 hours ago
  • MS
  • 13 hours ago

Lead Specialist, Sales #NLX292371288 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education A survey of workers in the occupation Public Relations Specialists found that 65.63% had a Bachelor's Degree, 14.77% had a...

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Advanced Sales Specialist, GEDWorks

  • Pearson
  • MS
  • 13 hours ago
  • MS
  • 13 hours ago

Advanced Sales Specialist, GEDWorks #NLX292371464 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education The employer did not specify any required education level. ?% Experience This job requires no particular...

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Senior Account Manager-Portable Gas Detection

  • Honeywell
  • MS
  • 13 hours ago
  • MS
  • 13 hours ago

Senior Account Manager-Portable Gas Detection #NLX292370453 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?...

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Specialist, Sales (K12 Assessment)

  • Pearson
  • MS
  • 13 hours ago
  • MS
  • 13 hours ago

Specialist, Sales (K12 Assessment) #NLX292371318 ?% ! COMPARISON DETAILS ?% Education A survey of workers in the occupation Sales representatives, wholesale and manufacturing, except technical and...

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Account Manager

  • Rent A Center
  • Diberville, MS
  • 13 hours ago
  • Diberville, MS
  • 13 hours ago

Manager position....

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Loan Sales Specialist

  • OneMain
  • Philadelphia, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, MS
  • 1 day 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 Service Representative

  • C Spire
  • Brandon, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Brandon, MS
  • 2 days ago

Our Vision: Be the best at what we do. Our Mission: Improve lives through technology. Summary: Customer Inspired isnt our slogan its our driving force, and C Spire team members live it. We aim to...

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Account Manager or Account Manager Associate - Hattiesburg/Gulfport, MS

  • Applied Medical
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 2 days ago

Position Description As an Account Manager or Account Manager Associate in the Hattiesburg and Gulfport Mississippi area, you will be responsible for working within the framework of a team and performing...

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Mid-South Account Manager

  • Upchurch
  • Greenwood, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenwood, MS
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary The Account Manager is responsible for achieving annual booking targets within assigned markets by closing sales at approved pricing, expanding key accounts, and identifying opportunities...

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Regional Biosimilar Account Director - Southeast (GA, AL, MS, LA)

  • Organon & Co
  • Jackson, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 4 days ago

Job Description The Position The Regional Biosimilar Accounts Director (RBAD) will manage the business relationship between the Company and assigned accounts with the following goals: Negotiate...

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Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Account Manager Jobs in Mississippi

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

Highest Education Level

Account Managers in Mississippi 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 Managers in Mississippi
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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