Account Executive Jobs in Virginia

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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Regional Account Manager, Strategic Accounts, Northeast

  • Woodbridge, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA
  • 6 days ago

Minimum of 4 years of major account experience. Minimum of 2 years of experience in the services sector....

HVAC Owner Account Executive

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

SOCOM Account Manager

  • McLean, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • McLean, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Description Leidos has an exciting career opportunity for a SOCOM Account Manager to strengthen and advance relationships with the SOCOM. The Account Manager must have extensive career experience...

Home Comfort Sales Specialist

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Company Name: McCarthy Services Overview: Are you an experienced in-home sales professional looking for high-quality leads, no cold calling, and unlimited earning potential? Whether youve sold...

Route Sales Specialist

  • Lorton, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lorton, VA
  • 1 day 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;...

Senior Business Account Executive 3, SMB

  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Lynchburg, VA
  • 6 days 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...

Fiber Internet - Account Manager

  • Waynesboro, VA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Waynesboro, VA
  • 8 hours ago

JOIN THE DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE REVOLUTION & EARN $500+ DAILY WITH FIBER INTERNET Fiber Exclusive is seeking talented, results-driven sales professionals to join our mission expanding cutting-edge...

Sales Executive, Professional Services

  • Tysons Corner, VA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA
  • 10 hours ago

You will carry a renewal and a new-booked business quota, will be required to leverage solution-selling skills and work together with Event Cloud Sales and Account Executives to drive new business from...

Entry Level Account Executive

  • Richmond, VA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 10 hours ago

About the role: TQL is seeking motivated, high performing individuals to join our award-winning team. This is more than just a sales position; you'll establish relationships and leverage your...

Account Manager

  • Bland, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bland, VA
  • 18 hours ago

We are currently seeking a seasoned sales professional to serve our Hitachi Energy business as an Account Manager and contribute to our Sales team focused on Data Center customers. This position...

Account Executive - Boost Mobile - Virginia Beach, VA

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 18 hours ago

Job Duties and Responsibilities Boost Mobile is currently seeking an experienced Account Executive to oversee performance within a designated territory encompassing Boost Mobile stores....

Federal Account Manager - DHS

  • Vienna, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Vienna, VA
  • 18 hours ago

InterSystems technology is the engine behind the world's most important applications. Our software is used to manage over 1 billion patient records worldwide. In financial services, nearly $2...

Workstation Account Executive - Mid-Atlantic

  • Arlington, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 18 hours ago

**Description and Requirements** The ideal Workstation Account Executive will be aggressive, goal-oriented, articulate and possess strong collaboration skills....

Retail Print Sales Specialist

  • Richmond, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 18 hours ago

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Salary for Account Executive Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Account Executives in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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