Account Executive (Entry Level)
The Entry-Level Account Executive at Confidential Client is a hybrid role based near Sacramento, CA, focused on building customer relationships, generating new business opportunities, and managing the sales cycle. This position offers hands-on training, mentorship, and a structured career path to develop in-demand sales skills while contributing to customer success and business growth through a mix of remote and field-based work.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Sales.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Overview
Confidential Client is hiring an Entry-Level Account Executive to join a hybrid sales team based near Sacramento, CA. This is a structured, early-career sales role with hands-on training, dedicated coaching, and a clear path to a full Account Executive position. No prior sales experience required — we value ambition, coachability, and a growth mindset.
What You’ll Do
- Build relationships and grow existing accounts while developing new business opportunities.
- Prospect and connect with customers via phone, email, LinkedIn, and in-person meetings.
- Qualify customer needs, recommend appropriate solutions, and manage opportunities through the sales cycle.
- Conduct local customer visits 2–3 days per week as part of a hybrid schedule.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teammates to deliver excellent customer experiences.
- Maintain and grow a sales pipeline that drives revenue and long-term client relationships.
Compensation & Benefits
- Year 1 On-Target Earnings (OTE): $70,000 — $110,000
- Base Salary: $70,000 (annual)
- Target Commission: $40,000
- Uncapped commission potential
- Monthly car allowance
- Comprehensive health & wellness benefits
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Hands-on training, ongoing mentorship, and modern sales tools
- Clear career progression and development resources
(Displayed compensation complies with California pay-transparency expectations for roles posted in CA.)
Qualifications
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Motivated, coachable, and growth-oriented mindset
- Comfortable learning and using modern sales technologies and tools
- Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally 2–3 days per week
Work Arrangement & Location
- Hybrid role based near Sacramento, CA (Sacramento, California).
- Local travel to customer sites ~2–3 days per week; remaining work can be remote/field-based as agreed with your team.
- Candidates must be able to commute to the Sacramento area and perform local travel.
Why Join
- Structured entry-level path into high-performing sales roles
- Dedicated coach and mentor support
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Team-oriented, inclusive culture focused on career growth and measurable earnings
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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