Account Executive Jobs in District of Columbia

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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GEIGER

Account Development Manager (Geiger)

  • GEIGER
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • GEIGER
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Why join us? Geiger furnishes the modern office with beautiful solutions for private offices, conference rooms, collaborative spaces, and more. Geiger designs play an important role in creating...

MillerKnoll

Government Strategic Account Executive

Job Description As a Government Strategic Account Executive, you'll grow MillerKnoll market share by achieving or exceeding your sales goals with an assigned list of government accounts in your territory...

Franchise Account Executive - Washington DC, Baltimore

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 hours ago

We're Looking For: We are seeking a Franchise Account Executive with experience in sales & account management....

Our Public Sector team is expanding and we are seeking a qualified Account Executive with expertise in Federal government....

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Senior Account Executive, ShowingTime

  • Washington, DC
  • 9 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 9 hours ago

Account Executive to help us respond and sell to a growing market and increased demand for our solutions which include MarketView Broker and the Showing Management Suite....

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National Account Manager - Total Wine and More

  • Washington, DC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 hours ago

Brown-Forman National Account Manager - Total Wine and More in Washington , District Of Columbia Meaningful Work From Day One This unique opportunity allows you to lead the Total Wine & More...

Strategic Account Executive

  • Washington, DC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 18 hours ago

Coordination with Sales Lead and Account Executives at Plan....

Majors Account Executive- Colorado/ California

  • Washington, DC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 18 hours ago

Locations: California/ Colorado Overview of the Role PagerDuty is seeking a Majors Account Executive with experience in growing existing accounts and acquiring new business....

Mid-Enterprise Account Executive, DIB/ISV

  • Washington, DC
  • 19 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 19 hours ago

Mid-Enterprise Account Executive, DIB/ISV Washington, D.C. | Field Sales Come join the company that is reinventing cloud security and empowering businesses to thrive in the cloud....

Account Executive - Enterprise

  • Washington, DC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 22 hours ago

Job Description As an Account Executive, Enterprise, you will be a key driver in expanding Freshworks' footprint within Enterprise organizations....

Federal Account Executive (Civilian)

  • Washington, DC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 22 hours ago

The Account Executive (AE) is responsible for territory planning, new account acquisition and servicing existing clients while working with local resellers and alliance partners....

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Treasury Product Sales Specialist

  • Washington, DC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 23 hours ago

Job Description: At Bank of America, each day brings innovation and opportunity. We are dedicated to turning technology advances into treasury solutions for our clients globally - across all...

Cloud Account Executive

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Sales Performance Management - Enterprise Account Executive The SPM product suite includes Sales Planning, Sales Programs, Maps and works closely with the newly acquired Spiff business....

Account Manager Client Services - National Remote

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by...

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Sequencing Sales Specialist

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity? At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in District of Columbia

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia
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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