Entry Level Account Executive
The Entry Level Account Executive at Confidential Client is responsible for driving business growth by acquiring and managing clients in the facility maintenance sector. This role involves consultative selling, strategic thinking, and effective communication, supported by comprehensive training in sales processes and client management. The position requires adaptability to a fast-paced environment and collaboration within a go-to-market team to deliver exceptional customer value.
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, Facility Maintenance Services.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Overview
Confidential Client is a leading provider of facility maintenance services supporting retail chains, distribution centers, and fulfillment operations. We seek an Entry Level Account Executive to join our growing sales team in Cincinnati, OH. This is an early-career, growth-oriented sales role with structured training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance into full-cycle account management.
What You’ll Do
- Drive new business development and grow existing accounts within the facility maintenance sector using consultative selling techniques.
- Learn and apply Confidential Client products, services, and operations through a structured onboarding and training program.
- Manage outreach and discovery calls, build relationships with decision-makers, and move opportunities through the sales process.
- Partner with operations and service teams to ensure smooth onboarding and excellent ongoing service for customers.
- Maintain accurate records in CRM (Salesforce or similar) and report on pipeline activity and results.
- Provide exceptional client support when needed, including occasional after-hours or weekend responsiveness to support customers.
- Travel locally or regionally as required to meet with clients or support account growth.
Qualifications
- 0–6 years experience in inside sales, account management, or operations.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field preferred but not required.
- Comfortable learning and using CRM systems (Salesforce preferred) and Microsoft Office tools (Teams, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Strong oral and written communication skills, comfortable presenting to groups and to senior stakeholders.
- Ability to multi-task, manage priorities in a fast-paced environment, and work as part of a go-to-market team.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel when required.
- Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends to support client needs.
- Demonstrated curiosity, eagerness to learn, and a consistent customer-first mindset.
Preferred / Nice-to-Have
- Prior exposure to facility maintenance services, facilities management, or related B2B service industries.
- Experience in B2B selling or proven results in sales-oriented roles.
- Familiarity with navigating customer organizations and identifying key decision-makers.
- Public speaking or presentation experience.
Compensation & Location
- Location: Cincinnati, OH (in-person or hybrid depending on team needs).
- Estimated annual compensation (source listing): $70,686 per year — actual pay may vary based on experience and role specifics.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Limited regional travel required.
Why Join
- Formal training program and clear advancement pathways into full-cycle account roles.
- Work with a team focused on technology-enabled facility maintenance solutions and strong operational support.
- Opportunity to gain hands-on sales experience in a stable, essential services industry.
Additional Requirements & Notes
- Employment is contingent on meeting any applicable background check and verification processes.
- This posting avoids unlawful discrimination and will comply with all federal, state, and local employment laws applicable in Ohio.
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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