Account Executive Jobs in Alberta

An Account Executive in the sales industry is responsible for managing relationships with specific customers for their organization. Their primary duties include establishing and maintaining relationships with new and existing clients, presenting product and service offerings, negotiating contracts, and closing deals. They serve as the key point of contact between the client and the rest of the sales team, ensuring effective communication and satisfaction of client needs. Account Executives also monitor sales metrics and work toward meeting or exceeding established sales quotas.

The role requires excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Account Executives should have a solid understanding of sales principles and customer service practices, as well as competent knowledge of relevant software (like CRM). While a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field is usually required, professional sales certifications, such as Certified Professional Sales Person (CPSP) or Certified Sales Leadership Professional (CSLP), could be advantageous. Before becoming an Account Executive, individuals often gain experience in roles such as Sales Representative, Account Manager, or Sales Associate.

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Account Manager - Staples Promotional Products

  • Calgary, AB
  • 3 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 3 days ago

Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together. Staples Promotional Products is the world's most trusted source for branded merchandise. As an unprecedented 11-time winner of the...

Account Manager

  • Calgary, AB
  • 2 hours ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 2 hours ago

Work Location Type: Hybrid As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working by serving more than 4.5 million...

Account Executive Group Sales Edmonton

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 10 hours ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 10 hours ago

OVERVIEW: Working in a flexible work style, the Account Executive is responsible for business development, which includes prospecting, selling and retaining corporate business in the over 35 life market...

Account Representative

  • Red Deer, AB
  • 1 day ago
  • Red Deer, AB
  • 1 day ago

Summary Reporting to the Regional Branch Manager, the purpose of the Account Representative is to maintain and grow relationships with current and future customers of Enerflex Ltd. to achieve...

Key Account Manager

  • Calgary, AB
  • 1 day ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 1 day ago

Requisition Number : 198465 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Key Account Manager - Rental. The Key Account Manager is responsible for maintaining, retaining, and growing customers through...

Account Manager, Small Business

  • Bonnyville, AB
  • 4 days ago
  • Bonnyville, AB
  • 4 days ago

Work Location: Bonnyville, Alberta, Canada Hours: 37.5 Line of Business: Personal & Commercial Banking Pay Details: $65,600 - $98,400 CAD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable...

Regional Sales Executive AV/IT- Edmonton, AB

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 4 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 4 days ago

Regional Sales Executive AV/IT- GTA Our client, a leading provider of audiovisual systems and solutions with offices in the Edmonton, AB region is seeking an experienced Regional AV Sales...

Client Relationship Manager, Commercial Banking - Edmonton

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 5 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 5 days ago

Requisition ID: 222908 Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. About the role The Client Relationship Manager (CRM) contributes to...

Relationship Manager, Commercial Financial Services

  • Calgary, AB
  • 5 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary Job Description What is the opportunity? Your natural flair for connecting to prospects, new and existing clients by providing advice and resolving intricate business challenges is...

Client Relationship Manager - Group Retirement

  • Calgary, AB
  • 6 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 6 days ago

Base + Comm - This position oversees the pro-active client experience for large complex and strategic Group Retirement Services customers. You will oversee targeted communications,...

Customer Account Representative

  • Grimshaw, AB
  • 7 days ago
  • Grimshaw, AB
  • 7 days ago

At Viterra, we thrive on connection. As a global agricultural network, our team realizes the power in connecting local farmers to countries around the world. Were committed to creating a workplace...

Sales Account Coordinator

  • Calgary, AB
  • 7 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 7 days ago

As a Sales Account Coordinator you will be part of a sales team with proven industry success with one of the primary telecommunications companies in Canada. Your previous experience in a sales or...

Senior Account Executive

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 7 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 7 days ago

Overview We’re looking for a Senior Account Executive to join our team! Open and Honest. Customer-centric. Innovative. Passionate. Inclusive & Collaborative. Accountable....

Account Executive

  • Calgary, AB
  • 8 days ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 8 days ago

As the primary contact between the customer and Air Liquide, the Account Executive identifies issues, communicates with all parties, and solves problems....

Senior Commercial Account Manager

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 12 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 12 days ago

Ignite your potential. Impact what matters. Hi, were HUB a network of doers with diverse stories and a shared goal to support our clients and communities. To do it, we believe in supporting each...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Alberta

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Alberta 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 Executives in Alberta
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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