Account Manager Jobs in Virginia

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 - On Premise - North VA

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 13 days ago

The Account Manager, On Premise will ensure we are achieving our fair share of business, growth and awareness in this important channel of business through regular interaction, account calls, training...

Advertising Account Executive (Cox Media)

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 2 days ago

Are you driven to succeed and looking to work for the best in the business? Bring your ambition to Cox Media as an Advertising Account Executive II, where you will sell the most innovative digital...

Media Consultant

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Are you driven to succeed and looking to work for the best in the business? Bring your ambition to Cox Media as an Advertising Account Executive II, where you will sell the most innovative digital...

Key Account Executive - Facilities Solutions

  • Richmond, VA
  • 21 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 21 days ago

Staples is business to business. Youre what binds us together. Our world class sales and sales support teams work directly with businesses of all sizes to offer products and services to meet our...

Account Executive - Hospice Sales

  • Carrollton, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Carrollton, VA
  • 5 days ago

Join Our Team as an Account Executive Do you have a knack for coordinating, organizing, and making connections? Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of others and in the community? We...

Sr Relationship Manager, MM (US)

  • Richmond, VA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 8 hours ago

Work Location: Richmond, Virginia, United States of America Hours: 40 Pay Details: $141,960 - $213,200 USD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all...

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Sr Relationship Manager, Suffolk County

  • Suffolk, VA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Suffolk, VA
  • 8 hours ago

Responsible for an assigned portfolio of loan and deposit relationships with small business clients. Solicit new business, manage risk and credit decisions, and service existing clients through...

Account Executive Hospice

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 8 hours ago

Overview Are you looking for a rewarding career as a hospice liaison? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in...

Retail Sales Specialist - Home Theater

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 8 hours ago

As a Retail Sales Specialist in our home theater department, youll engage with customers to learn their needs, provide excellent service, perform product demos and make helpful recommendations....

Technology Sales Specialist -Storage - (Tape)

  • Reston, VA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 9 hours ago

A Technology Sales Specialist role (what we internally call a, 'Brand Sales Specialist') within IBM storage means co-creating with clients and colleagues in one of the most trusted, respected and...

Branch Wholesale Product Specialist

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 17 hours ago

This position works closely with commercial paint customers to determine their needs, answer their questions about Sherwin-Williams products, and recommend the right solutions. Wholesale Product...

Account Executive, Federal

  • Herndon, VA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 17 hours ago

At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation...

Treasury Management Sales Analyst I (FL, GA, NC, SC, VA, AL

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 20 hours ago

The SouthState story is one of steady growth, deep community roots, and an unwavering commitment to helping our customers move forward. Since our beginnings in the 1930s to becoming a trusted...

Senior Sales Account Manager - Federal NEW

  • Herndon, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 2 days ago

Senior Sales Account Manager - Federal Everfox View Employer's Profile FOLLOW EMPLOYER Yesterday Top Secret Unspecified Unspecified Business - Sales Herndon (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Intelligent. Dynamic....

Senior IT Staffing Sales Executive

  • Reston, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 2 days ago

Senior IT Staffing Sales Executive LOCATION Reston, VA Hybrid TYPE Direct Hire SALARY $65,000 - $100,000 / yr ID CO84-2746424 POSTED Jul 2, 2025 Senior IT Staffing Sales Executive Northern...

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Salary for Account Manager Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Account Managers in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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