Account Executive Jobs in Metairie, LA

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, Oncology (MO, OK, KS, LA)

  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 15 hours ago

We are seeking an Account Executive for our Oncology Division....

Neuroscience Sales Specialist-II, New Orleans South

  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 6 hours ago

Benefits Offered 401K, Dental, Life, Medical, Vision Employment Type Full-Time “We deliver innovative treatments to improve the lives of individuals suffering from neuropsychiatric, neurologic and...

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Data Center Specialist, National Accounts Manager

  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 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....

Wireless Sales Specialist

  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 1 day ago

Wireless Sales Specialist New Orleans, LA, USA Req #935 Sunday, April 20, 2025 Why Russell Cellular? Starting pay is up to $18 hourly!...

Strategic Account Executive, TPA

  • Metairie, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 2 days ago

Strategic Account Executive, TPA - Remote in Louisiana Requisition Number: 2277600 Job Category: Account Management Primary Location: Metairie, LA, US (Remote considered) At UnitedHealthcare, we're...

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Oncology Account Manager - Baton Rouge, LA and New Orleans, LA - Field Based

  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 2 days ago

Site Name: USA - Louisiana - New Orleans, USA - Louisiana - Alexandria, USA - Louisiana - Lake Charles, USA - Louisiana - Shreveport Posted Date: Apr 17 2025 Territory to include, but not limited...

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Homes.com Territory Sales Account Representative - New Orleans, LA

  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 2 days ago

Homes.com Territory Sales Account Representative - New Orleans, LA Job Description Company Overview CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real...

Nuclear Oncology Account Manager - New Orleans, LA

  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 3 days ago

Lantheus is headquartered in Bedford, Massachusetts with offices in Canada, and Sweden. For more than 60 years, Lantheus has been instrumental in pioneering the field of medical imaging and has...

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Regional Account Manager, NMOSD, LA / AR

  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 3 days ago

This is what you will do: The Regional Account Manager, NMOSD, LA / AR manages and develops long-term relationships with assigned physicians, extended prescribers, and other customers in the...

Senior Account Executive

  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description Senior Account Executive - Role Profile Public Safety & Justice Account Executive The Senior Account Executive will develop and maintain favorable relationships with new customers to...

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Specialty Account Manager - TEPEZZA (Endocrinology) - New Orleans, LA

  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 4 days ago

Career Category Sales Job Description Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients...

Account Manager

  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 4 days ago

Hiring Salary Range : $ 102,000.00 - 134,000.00 This range represents the hiring range. Salaries are determined individually depending on skills and experience. You will also be eligible to an...

Account Executive

  • Metairie, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 5 days ago

PURPOSE The Account Executive position at Worldwide Express is a unique and rewardingoutsidebusiness-to-business(B2B)salesopportunity for the salesperson looking for unlimited growth potential and uncapped...

Regional Clinical Sales Specialist - New Orleans, LA - Johnson & Johnson MedTech - Orthopaedics

  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 5 days ago

Job title Regional Clinical Sales Specialist - New Orleans, LA - Johnson & Johnson MedTech - Orthopaedics Function MedTech Sales Sub function Inside Sales -- MedTech (No Commission) Category...

New Orleans, LA Territory Account Executive

  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA (5 miles from Metairie, LA)
  • 5 days ago

As an SMB Flex Territory Sales Account Executive, you will be part of a team that is transforming the way restaurants operate....

Demographic Data for Metairie, LA

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Metairie, LA

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Metairie, LA 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 Metairie, LA
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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