Account Executive Jobs in Gainesville, GA

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 - R-34881

  • Gainesville, GA
  • moments ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • moments ago

Account ManagerThis role of Area Sales and Technical Support Manager will assume and maintain similar functionality in the Account Manager role but in a smaller geography and support the entire...

Account Representative

  • Flowery Branch, GA (11 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Flowery Branch, GA (11 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 1 hour ago

Account Representative I Reports To Branch Manager FLSA Status Non- Exempt Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours Monday through Friday. Saturday hours required seasonally and as business needs require....

Full Time - Sales Specialist - ProServices - Day

  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 2 hours ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Pro Sales Specialist, you will be a guide and consultant for every Pro customer who walks through our doors. Every single day, Pro Customers are building, maintaining,...

Data Center Specialist, National Accounts Manager

  • Cumming, GA (20 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cumming, GA (20 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 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....

Senior Sales Executive

  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Company Description SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global...

Account Executive - MR

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 1 day ago

MCA, your trusted advisor for wireless communications, data, and security, is seeking an experienced Account Executive - MR in the Northern Georgia region, local to the Atlanta, GA; Lawrenceville, GA...

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Retail Sales Specialist - Computing

  • Buford, GA (18 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Buford, GA (18 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 2 days ago

As a Retail Sales Specialist in our computers department, youll engage with customers to understand their needs, preferences, and budget while providing expert advice and recommendations. Well...

Account Manager

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 4 days ago

Account Manager This role of Area Sales & Technical Support Manager will assume and maintain similar functionality in the Account Manager role but in a smaller geography and support the entire...

Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist - R&I Primary Care (Gainesville, GA)

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 4 days ago

Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist - R& I Primary Care- Gainesville, GA Primary cities include Gainesville, GA; Cumming, GA; Blairsville, GA; Dawsonville, GA; Clayton, GA; Toccoa, GA; Demorest, GA At...

Key Account Manager, Transportation

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 5 days ago

3PL organization, priding themselves on their robust end to end solutions they offer to their clients, as well as reputation for excellence in the market, is seeking a Key Account Manager! This...

Account Executive- Education

  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Suwanee, GA (23 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Account Executive- Education Title: Account Executive - GA Reports to: Director of Sales for Critical Communications Full-Time - Salary - Commission – Benefits Primary Role: Responsible for carrying...

Wireless sales experience preferred. ABOUT US Spectrum is America's fastest-growing TV, internet, and voice provider. Our organization is one filled with a diverse group of hardworking people....

B2B Sales Representative

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 11 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 11 days ago

B2B Sales Rep (Outside Sales) Gainesville, Georgia Join the Winning Team at United Gaming! Are you a motivated and enthusiastic individual looking for a rewarding career with unlimited growth...

Account Manager, HVAC

  • Cumming, GA (20 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cumming, GA (20 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 12 days ago

This position works to target, win, and grow new accounts for Technical Solutions, HVAC Mechanical within a defined territory for ABM. This position also has a set list of some established...

Senior Sales Specialist, Franchise

  • Cumming, GA (20 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Cumming, GA (20 miles from Gainesville, GA)
  • 12 days ago

Join a team with one shared mission - to make a difference, every person, every day. We are more than 100,000 team members strong, from all backgrounds and corners of the world, with the talent,...

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Gainesville, GA

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Gainesville, GA 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 Gainesville, GA
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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