Account Executive Jobs in Mississippi

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 - DTS FLEX

  • Byhalia, MS
  • 14 days ago
  • Byhalia, MS
  • 14 days ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here (. Job Description : MOVE YOUR CAREER FORWARD WITH RYDER! Be a vital player for one of the largest and most recognizable...

Provider Engagement Account Manager

  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 hours ago

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, youll...

Majors Account Executive- Colorado/ California

  • Jackson, MS
  • 15 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 15 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....

Strategic Account Executive

  • Jackson, MS
  • 15 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 15 hours ago

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

Regional Clinical Sales Specialist (Trauma) - Gulfport, MS - DePuy Synthes

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 16 hours ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 16 hours ago

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments...

B2B Sales Account Executive - Fiber

  • Gulfport, MS
  • 18 hours ago
  • Gulfport, MS
  • 18 hours ago

Job Description: Joining our team comes with perks! Now offering a $2,500 Sign-on Bonus to join our best-in-class Sales team. Build a more connected world by transforming the sales experience and...

Account Manager

  • Meridian, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Meridian, MS
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge and Skills Possesses solid sales experience; industrial sales experience a plus. Demonstrates excellent written and oral communication skills....

Account Manager I - Tupelo, MS

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 1 day 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...

Sales Executive, Commercial Lines

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 1 day ago

Overview Love what you do but not where you do it? As a Sales Executive at AssuredPartners, you will use your existing sales skills and experience and leverage AssuredPartners' suite of resources...

Consumer Lending Sales Specialist - Full Time

  • Pascagoula, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Pascagoula, MS
  • 1 day ago

Address: 2516 A Denny Avenue, Pascagoula, Mississippi, United States - 39567 Bi-Lingual Spanish is a plus!! Since 1997, Advance America has helped millions of hardworking people with a variety of...

Account Executive 3, Enterprise Direct Sales

  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Ridgeland, MS
  • 1 day ago

Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety...

Regional Account Manager, Market Access (Southeast)

  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago

GROW WITH US: Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We'd love...

Remote Work

At Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses including Trane and Thermo King, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what's possible...

Account Executive, Ticket Sales - Mississippi State University

  • Starkville, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Starkville, MS
  • 1 day ago

Learfield Amplify is actively seeking an Account Executive, Ticket Sales to work for our local University ticket sales team....

Home Health Account Executive

  • Wiggins, MS
  • 2 days ago
  • Wiggins, MS
  • 2 days ago

Summary We are hiring a Home Health Account Executive....

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Mississippi

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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