Account Executive Jobs in Minnesota

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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Sales Specialist - Senior Living

  • Pine River, MN
  • 19 days ago
  • Pine River, MN
  • 19 days ago

Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement...

Account Rep Dock Door

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 28 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 28 days ago

Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offers local support on a global scale with more than 15 manufacturing facilities worldwide...

Customer Account Specialist

  • Sartell, MN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sartell, MN
  • 45+ days ago

R43024 Customer Account Specialist Primary Location: Sartell, MN United States of America Do your friends describe you as a "people person?" Do you have customer relations experience? Are you...

Sales Account Representative

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 90+ days ago

Minneapolis, Minnesota Sales Account Representative Launch your sales career with Uline! Join our team of sales professionals supported by the best training, tools and products. As a privately...

Account Executive - Twin Cities

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 8 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 8 hours ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and maintain...

ROLE SUMMARY All over the world, Pfizer colleagues work together to positively impact health for everyone, everywhere. Our colleagues have the opportunity to grow and develop a career that offers...

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Sr Account Manager, Target (JLB)

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 11 hours ago

The Team: The JLB Sales team operates as an extension of our clients teams, driving successful business partnerships, strategies and executions between Target and our clients. Our approach to...

Enterprise Account Manager

  • MN
  • 12 hours ago
  • MN
  • 12 hours ago

Enterprise Account Manager Hungry, Humble, Honest, with Heart. The Opportunity Our Enterprise sales team at Nutanix is growing! We are a driven & passionate team of salespeople who desire to...

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Account Manager-Enterprise Sales

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 12 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 12 hours ago

THE APPLICATION WINDOW IS EXPECTED TO CLOSE ON: 3/19/2025 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Candidate must reside...

Strategic Account Executive - Pharmacy Benefit Management

  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 17 hours ago

Strategic Account Executive - Pharmacy Benefit Management - Remote Requisition Number: 2275660 Job Category: Sales Support Primary Location: Eden Prairie, MN, US (Remote considered) Optum is a global...

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Account Executive

  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 17 hours ago

RELX INC Account Executive in Saint Paul , Minnesota Do you enjoy building solid internal and external relationships resulting in growth?...

Senior Construction Account Manager (MN)

  • MN
  • 17 hours ago
  • MN
  • 17 hours ago

Fortive Corporation Senior Construction Account Manager (MN) in Remote , Minnesota Responsibilities: Manage multiple accounts; develop positive working relationships with all customers. Drive...

Strategic Account Manager (Broadband)

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 17 hours ago

WESCO Strategic Account Manager (Broadband) in Minneapolis , Minnesota We are seeking a Strategic Account Manager to join our Broadband team and support our North Central US region! As a Strategic...

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Account Executive, MDU - (ME, VT, & NH)

  • Edina, MN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Edina, MN
  • 17 hours ago

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated MDU Account Executive to sell Fidium Fiber services to multi-dwelling units (MDU's)....

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Minnesota

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Minnesota 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 Minnesota
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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