Account Executive Jobs in Columbia, TN

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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National Accounts Manager

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 8 days ago

What we offer Excellent health benefits plan, which includes medical, vision and dental options 401(k) with company match Company profit sharing plan Generous paid time-off and paid holidays Paid...

Regional Account Manager- Northeast U.S. Region

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 14 days ago

What we offer Excellent health benefits plan, which includes medical, vision and dental options 401(k) with company match Company profit sharing plan Generous paid time-off and paid holidays Paid...

Full Time - Sales Specialist - Millwork - Day

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 23 hours ago

Your Impact at Lowe's As a Sales Specialist, you will be one of the first people our customers meet. Your sales expertise can help customers find the products they need and encourage them to...

Internal Key Account Manager (Banks & Broker Dealers)

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 1 day ago

The Internal Key Account Manager (Banks and Broker Dealers) is responsible for on-boarding banks to distribute diversified annuity solutions. The person in this role will develop and implement...

New Business Development Executive

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Business Development Manager (BDM) Tradesmen International is seeking a full-time, senior-level Business Development Manager (BDM) to drive strategic growth and client acquisition through...

Regional Account Manager

  • Columbia, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbia, TN
  • 6 days ago

Coordinate with Business Development Managers, Product Managers, and Account Executives to nurture existing relationships and to drive customer engagement, opportunity participation, customer satisfaction...

Regional Vice President Technology Sales WFH

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 7 days ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a RVP Technology Sales WFH you want with your current employer? We have an exciting...

Regional Account Director, Health System & Population Health, Cardiorenal (Tennessee)

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 7 days ago

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're...

Tree & Landscape Sales Specialist

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 9 days ago

Job Details Level : Experienced Job Location : Franklin, TN Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $60000.00 - $150000.00 Salary Travel Percentage : Up to 25% Job Shift : Open Availability Day...

Account Executive, Personal Lines

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 10 days ago

Our Account Executive will partner with our sales team, as well as work independently on sales opportunities, to lead day-to-day management of current clients' insurance programs....

Strategic Account Manager

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 11 days ago

PURPOSE STATEMENT: (REMOTE with TRAVEL) The Strategic Account Manager (SAM) will be responsible for connecting and building trust within their specified respective Strategic Account partners and...

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....

Business Account Executive

  • Columbia, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Columbia, TN
  • 12 days ago

Practice selling skills with other Account Executives regularly....

New Home Sales Specialist

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 13 days ago

At Smith Douglas Homes, we pride ourselves on being one of the fastest growing home building companies in the country. We are looking for an experienced licensed New Home Sales Specialist to join...

Technical Sales Specialist

  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Franklin, TN (15 miles from Columbia, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Building the people that build the world. With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world....

Demographic Data for Columbia, TN

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Columbia, TN

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Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Columbia, TN 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 Columbia, TN
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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