Account Manager Jobs in Durham, NC

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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Account Manager, Platform Success - IQVIA Digital (Remote)

  • Durham, NC
  • 19 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 19 hours ago

**Role:** The Account Manager serves as the day-to-day client relationship owner for platform clients, ensuring their success through strategic guidance, proactive performance management, and seamless...

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Select Business Commercial Lines Account Manager (Remote)

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 20 hours ago

To learn more, please visit: Summary: The Account Manager is responsible for working with Advisors/Client Executives and Account Executives to service client accounts....

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Employee Benefits Account Specialist

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 22 hours ago

Foundation Risk Partners, one of the fastest growing insurance brokerage and consulting firms in the US, is adding an Employee Benefits Account Specialist to their Acentria team in Apex and Cary,...

Client Success Manager- San Jose only

  • Morrisville, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Morrisville, NC (10 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 23 hours ago

Work closely in partnership with Account Managers and extended Brand team in the performance of Crossover's marketing strategy....

Senior Sales Executive (Microsoft)

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Focus on acquiring and managing new customer relationships and owning high-value and customer-focused Microsoft relationships such as District Managers, Account Managers, CPMs, and Business Development...

Salesforce Sales Executive or Senior Sales Executive - Life Sciences

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Slalom is a purpose-led, global business and technology consulting company. From strategy to implementation, our approach is fiercely human. In six countries and 43 markets, we deeply understand...

Public Power Utility Sales Specialist - Grid Automation

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Description Job Title: Public Power Utility Sales Specialist - Grid Automation The Opportunity Are you ready to energize the future of power? At Hitachi Energy, we're driving the digital...

Account Executive- Dept of Defense (remote/hybrid)

  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cary, NC (17 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago

JMP, a subsidiary of SAS, is committed to empowering scientists and engineers via our world-class family of statistical software products. For over 30 years, JMP has enabled customers to speed new...

Home Health Account Executive

  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago

Summary . We are hiring a Home Health Account Executive At SunCrest Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that...

National Sales Executive - Warehousing

  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago

Country USA State North Carolina City Durham Descriptions & requirements About the role: As a Sales Executive for TQL's Warehousing Division, you will be responsible for driving revenue by...

Inside Account Executive

  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 1 day ago

Hungry, Humble, Honest, with Heart. The Opportunity We are looking for an accomplished, quota-carrying Inside Account Executive to prospect and manage/upsell into existing business accounts. If...

Healthcare Provider Account Manager

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago

The Healthcare Provider Account Manager is responsible for driving territory growth and profitability through providing service and resolution of issues in support of several sales territories....

OEM Account Executive

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Location:** Remote, United States **Employment Type:** FullTime **Location Type:** Remote **Department** Sales, Global Sales **Compensation:** $158.9K $186.8K Offers Equity Offers Commission _At...

Strategic Account Director, Oncology

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago

About Nuclear & Precision Health Solutions: Cardinal Health's pharmaceutical segment operates the world's largest network of nuclear pharmacies and is expanding its positron emission tomography...

Lead Global Key Account Manager - F&B

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago

** Grundfos is looking for a Senior Key Account Manager to join our Industry team....

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Salary for Account Manager Jobs in Durham, NC

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Highest Education Level

Account Managers in Durham, NC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.4%
Master's Degree
17.6%
High School or GED
8.4%
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 Durham, NC
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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