Account Manager Jobs in Reading, PA

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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Sr. Ocean Marine Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • Wyomissing, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wyomissing, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Who Are We?** Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. Thats the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property...

Loan Sales Specialist

  • Sinking Spring, PA (5 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sinking Spring, PA (5 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 3 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...

Client Success Manager III

  • Reading, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 5 days ago

Client Success Manager III Location: Remote in the United Kingdom + Travel to Clients on Request The Client Success Team is composed of Client Success Managers (CSMs) who are well versed in cyber...

Sales Specialist

  • Reading, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 7 days ago

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your...

Account Manager

  • Reading, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 9 days ago

Join Ecolabs industry leading Food & Beverage team as an Account Manager. We are increasing food safety and product quality, enhancing sustainability and boosting operational efficiency....

Marketing Sales Specialist ($65-100K)

  • Reading, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 9 days ago

Marketing Sales Specialist ($65-100K) Best Version Media USA Reading, Pennsylvania 2 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description More Than a Job. It's Your Future in Motion. Year one...

Residential Door to Door Sales Specialist $5k Sign on Bonus

  • Ephrata, PA (17 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Ephrata, PA (17 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 11 days ago

About the Role: As a Consumer Direct Sales Specialist, you will be responsible for directly engaging with potential residential customers at their homes to sell products and services. This role...

Key Account Manager - Yes Bank Branch Banking

  • Bally, PA (18 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bally, PA (18 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 14 days ago

Key Account Manager - Yes Bank Branch Banking Join Tata AIA Life Insurance, a leading and fastest-growing life insurance provider in India, established in 2001 as a joint venture between Tata Sons Pvt...

Senior Regional Account Executive

  • Reading, PA
  • 15 days ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 15 days ago

Responsibilities/Essential Functions: The Regional Account Executive is responsible for identifying high profile regional account opportunities, securing agreements for both rental and direct sale...

Managers), external companies (distributor reps) and KOLs Strong time management and planning skills are also preferred....

Retail Print Sales Specialist

  • Wyomissing, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Wyomissing, PA (2 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 16 days ago

Print Specialists provide exceptional customer service and solutions to customers' print needs. You will produce professionally finished products using print and production equipment. You will...

VERIS Account Manager (On-site)

  • Lititz, PA (22 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Lititz, PA (22 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 21 days ago

Description Responsible for administration of ongoing service and support for existing VERIS groups and brokers. Serves as a main contact point and liaison between internal Benecon staff, brokers,...

Technology Sales Lead

  • Pottstown, PA (18 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Pottstown, PA (18 miles from Reading, PA)
  • 21 days ago

Technology Sales Lead Are you a positive, upbeat, passionate, competitive person? Someone who is determined to thrive in a high-paced, rapidly changing environment. If you understand that leading,...

Sales Account Manager (REMOTE)

  • Reading, PA
  • 21 days ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 21 days ago

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100...

Remote Work

Account Manager, Water Treatment

  • Reading, PA
  • 26 days ago
  • Reading, PA
  • 26 days ago

Account Manager, Water Treatment remote type Remote locations Reading, Pennsylvania, USA time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR104187 Your Role Account Managers are responsible...

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Salary for Account Manager Jobs in Reading, PA

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Highest Education Level

Account Managers in Reading, PA 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 Reading, PA
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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