Account Executive Jobs in Bridgeport, CT

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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Senior Account Executive - Sustainable Infrastructure

  • Hauppauge, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 45+ days ago

What you will do Under general direction, responsible for the sale of large, complex, bundled offerings with guaranteed savings to high potential, solution sales customers at the C-level. Promote...

Senior Account Manager, Coronary - Long Island, West

  • Hauppauge, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

Account Manager, Coronary - Long Island, East

  • Hauppauge, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

Senior Business Account Executive 3, SMB

  • Danbury, CT (20 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (20 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 11 days ago

Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety...

Account Executive / Senior Account Executive

  • Norwalk, CT (12 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Norwalk, CT (12 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 3 hours ago

Account Executives/AE, Senior AE and Strategic AEs Connecticut Location: Connecticut- Hybrid/Field-Based- (Fairfield, New Haven, Meriden, Waterbury) Company: Hearst Connecticut Media Group (CTInsider.com...

Retail Print Sales Specialist

  • Port Jefferson, NY (16 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Port Jefferson, NY (16 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 7 hours 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...

Cloud Sales Specialist, Radiology Informatics (US-Remote)

  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 1 day ago

The Cloud Sales Specialist is the knowledge expert on product, who supports Account Managers in driving overall business and deal support by providing clinical and technical expertise. You will...

Remote Work

Data Center Specialist, National Accounts Manager

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 1 day ago

At GAF Commercial we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or department, under this roof you are helping to build the market leader in commercial roofing....

Regional Account Manager (Biotech) - Lower New England Region

  • New Haven, CT (17 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Haven, CT (17 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Regional Account Manager (Biotech) - Lower New England Region Department: Fld Mgmt-Biotech Location: New Haven, CT Nova Biomedical is looking for a Regional Account Manager (Biotech) in the Lower...

Community Account Manager I

  • Hauppauge, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (24 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Interact effectively as a team member within the Residential Organization with the corresponding MDU Account Executive, Field, and technical support service teams to resolve any related concerns as...

Senior Account Specialist - Southern Conn./West Chester Co. (Aesthetics)

  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Join a team! We are a global diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of...

Service Account Manager

  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 2 days ago

552494 Service Account Manager** Drive customer success by leading the delivery and lifecycle management of Philips' healthcare technology solutions as a trusted Service Account Manager. **Your...

Event Sales Specialist

  • Commack, NY (22 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Commack, NY (22 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Event Sales Specialist - Seasonal Location Commack, NY Posted 04/15/2025 Type Event Sales/Product Demonstration T-ROC is looking for motivated Roadshow Sales Specialists to WOW our retail...

FLX Regional Account Executive

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 3 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Fox Television Stations is seeking an experienced, results-focused FLX Regional Account Executive. FLX|FOX Local Extension is FOX's industry-leading OTT/CTV Ad Platform....

Sales, Key Account Manager - Cardiac & Vascular (Hudson Valley/NYC)

  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (18 miles from Bridgeport, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Job Title Sales, Key Account Manager - Cardiac & Vascular (Hudson Valley/NYC) Job Description Key Account Manager, Cardiac & Vascular As the Cardiac & Vascular Key Account Manager, you will be the...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Bridgeport, CT

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Bridgeport, CT 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 Bridgeport, CT
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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