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 Executive I

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

Holman has an outstanding opportunity for an Account Executive based in our Calgary, Alberta location What will you do?...

Account Specialist - Small Medium Business Fibre Sales

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 6 hours ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 6 hours ago

Kick-start your sales career with TELUS Do you have a natural talent for building relationships? Are you looking to hone your negotiating abilities? Do you want to level up your critical thinking...

Account Manager (Commercial Mid-Market)

  • Calgary, AB
  • 6 hours ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 6 hours ago

Join us in providing TELUS Business Solutions to medium and large-sized organizations. TELUS is seeking skilled sales professionals driven by a commitment to surpassing customer expectations and...

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Territory Account Manager

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

Our company was built on the dream of a pioneering entrepreneur, and that spirit continues to empower our work with businesses across Canada today. The Rogers Business team helps organizations of...

Insurance Sales Account Executive

  • Lethbridge, AB
  • 2 days ago
  • Lethbridge, AB
  • 2 days ago

Insurance Sales Account Executive As an Account Executive with Western Financial Group, you will use your expertise in Personal Lines or Commercial Lines Insurance to prospect and bring new clients...

Account Executive, TD Equipment Finance

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 3 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: The Account Executive is responsible to: Lead a go-to-market strategy in order to further develop an assigned database, prospect and convert new relationships and maximize lead generation...

Commercial Account Manager

  • Grande Prairie, AB
  • 3 days ago
  • Grande Prairie, AB
  • 3 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...

Relationship Manager, Commercial Financial Services

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 3 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary Job Description What is the opportunity? ***Successful Candidates will be required to travel/work within the Greater Edmonton Area*** As our Relationship Manager Intern, you are in a...

Sales Specialist - Residential Construction f/m - Alberta

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

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether its providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet,...

Commercial Acquisition Account Executive 1

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

The impact you will have: As Softchoice's Commercial Acquisition Account Executive (CAAE), you'll be the dynamic force that helps businesses seize the enormous opportunities of digital transformation...

Senior Account Manager

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

This is a hybrid role located in Calgary, AB All applicants must be comfortable commuting to and from the office 1 day per week and to client visits regularly (without relocating). Randstad, the...

Account Executive

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 6 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 6 days ago

Executive sells Johnson Controls Commercial Security services and technology such as access control, CCTV, digital video recording, intrusion, closing new business and ensuring customer retention....

National Account Manager

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 6 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 6 days 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 Manager I - Calgary, AB

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

The Account Manager for ABF Freight Canada grows and maintains profitable ArcBest business by selling and marketing ArcBest solutions and services to current and prospective customers....

Account Executive, National Accounts Managing

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

Job Description: The National Accounts Managing Account Executive is responsible for business development, client retention and the profitable management of a portfolio of group clients in the Calgary...

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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
17.5%
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
0.4%

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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