Account Executive (On-site)
The Account Executive role at Confidential Client is a full-cycle sales position focused on developing new business, managing customer accounts, and building strong client relationships. This on-site role requires proactive outreach, strategic market expansion, and collaboration with internal teams to drive sales growth and customer satisfaction within targeted industries.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Position Overview
This Account Executive (On-site) role is a full-cycle sales position based in Charlotte, NC. You will drive new business development, manage and grow customer accounts, present solutions to decision-makers, and represent Confidential Client at customer meetings and trade shows. This position starts as a 6-month contract-to-hire with a structured conversion to a salaried role.
What You’ll Do
- Develop new business through cold calling, prospecting, networking, and territory development.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.
- Manage accounts and identify upsell or expansion opportunities.
- Deliver product presentations and sales meetings with decision-makers.
- Execute strategies to expand market penetration in targeted industries.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth order and project execution.
- Track opportunities and pipeline activity in the CRM.
- Attend trade shows, customer visits, and industry events.
- Support marketing initiatives and promotional campaigns.
- Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and responsiveness.
Top Skills & Competencies
- Business development / hunter mentality — motivated to find and win new business.
- Comfortable with outbound prospecting and initiating customer conversations.
- Strong account management and follow-through skills.
- Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and relationship-building ability.
- Highly organized with strong multitasking and time-management skills.
- Confident, personable, and professional in client-facing situations.
- Proficient with CRM tools and Microsoft Office applications.
Qualifications
Required
- Sales, business development, customer service, or account management experience.
- Experience using CRM systems.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required (BS + sales internship considered).
Preferred
- Marketing or digital marketing experience.
- Technical, industrial, or product-based sales exposure.
- Experience with SAP, Smartsheet, Shopify, or similar platforms.
- Manufacturing, industrial, packaging, or product-industry familiarity.
Travel Requirements
- Travel approximately 6–8 times per year for trade shows and customer meetings across North America.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting pay: $28.00 per hour (6-month contract-to-hire).
- Expected conversion salary after 6 months: approximately $60,000 annually, plus bonus potential.
- Pay range disclosed: $28.00 - $28.00/hr. Individual offers will depend on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors.
- Benefits (upon conversion, eligibility rules apply) may include medical/dental/vision, 401(k), HSA, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance, transportation benefits, and paid time off.
Why Join?
- Learn full-cycle sales from experienced leaders.
- Join a small, collaborative sales team (~15 sales professionals).
- Clear path for growth within an expanding organization.
- Direct exposure to leadership and visible impact on company growth.
Ideal Candidate
You are someone who:
- Has grit, drive, and a strong work ethic.
- Is eager for career growth in sales.
- Enjoys building relationships and meeting new people.
- Will confidently make cold calls and manage a sales pipeline.
- Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
- Is coachable, positive, and goal-oriented.
Job Type & Location
- Employment type: Full-time (Contract to Hire).
- Workplace: Fully onsite in Charlotte, NC (South End).
- Application anticipated close date: Sep 28, 2026.
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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