Account Executive Jobs in Tupelo, MS

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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Psychiatry Account Manager - Northern Mississippi, MS

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 12 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 12 days ago

Territory: Northern Mississippi, MS - Psychiatry Target city for territory is Tupelo - will consider candidates who live within 40 miles of territory boundaries with access to a major airport....

Key Account (Sales) Executive

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 3 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 3 days ago

Current or previous clinical laboratory or diagnostics sales experience At least 1 year of clinical operations experience - including an understanding of Electronic Medical Records (EMRs), understanding...

Sales Specialist

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 6 days ago

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your...

Account Manager - North Alabama

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 11 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 11 days ago

Account Manager - Remote Birmingham, AL, United States Come build something that matters. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a...

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Route Sales Specialist

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 25 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 25 days ago

Immediately Hiring If you are interested in building your career in a growing company with popular retail brands such as Red Baron, Tony's, and Freschetta pizza; Mrs. Smith's and Edwards desserts;...

Loan Sales Specialist

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 25 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 25 days ago

At OneMain, Consumer Loan Sales Specialists empower customers listening to their needs and providing access to friendly, fast, and affordable financing for lifes expenses. Consumer Loan Sales...

Outside Account Executive

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 30+ days ago

I Heart Media Outside Account Executive in Belden , Mississippi Job Summary: Identifies and develops new business opportunities; keeps and grows existing client relationships; offers solutions that...

Account Manager I - Tupelo, MS

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Account Managers grow and maintain profitable ArcBest business by selling and marketing ArcBest solutions and services to current and prospective customers. Responsibilities Assist in collection...

Outside Account Executive

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Join us as an Account Executive and leverage your proven goal-driven mindset, fast-paced work ethic, and exceptional client service skills....

Sales Account Executive

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 45+ days ago

Sales Account Executive Do you want to join a premier multimediapany?...

Overlay Neuroscience Sales Specialist, Tupelo, MS

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 60+ days 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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Account Manager - Oxford, MS

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 60+ days ago

Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing...

Demographic Data for Tupelo, MS

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Tupelo, MS

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Tupelo, MS 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 Tupelo, MS
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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