Account Executive

Kelly Professional & Industrial; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare – Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Match

Tuition Assistance

15 Days Vacation

8 Paid Holidays

4 Personal Days

Job summary

Kelly Professional & Industrial is seeking an Account Executive for the Louisville, KY area. You will develop and implement strategic sales plans, identify new business opportunities, and maintain strong client relationships to drive growth.

You’ll collaborate with marketing on campaigns, review sales performance, and negotiate contracts while mentoring junior team members. Kelly offers a competitive base, comprehensive benefits, and career growth.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of CRM software (Salesforce or HubSpot) to manage client interactions.
• Strong sales analytics and reporting skills to track performance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Knowledge of industry-specific sales strategies and market trends.
• Ability to use social media platforms and digital marketing tools to enhance lead generation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve quarterly and annual sales targets.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research and networking.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients to drive long-term business growth.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and execute targeted sales campaigns.
• Conduct regular sales performance reviews and adjust strategies as needed to optimize results.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on sales progress and forecast future trends.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Train and mentor junior sales team members to enhance overall team performance.

Skills

CRM proficiency

Sales analytics

Excel

Industry sales trends

Social media leadership

Job description

Kelly is a team of experts driven by our belief that the impact of the right person in the right job is limitless.

No matter where you are in your career journey you can apply your knowledge and passion to move people, organizations, and communities forward. You’ll have opportunities to grow your expertise and capabilities, both professionally and personally. As a team we celebrate inclusion, caring and collaboration. As a company we value your contribution, we work with integrity, and we always put people first – so your impact really will change lives.

Looking for a new opportunity in Business Development!!!

Kelly is seeking a Account Executive for the Louisville, KY area!!!

Our Account Executive is accountable for the following key responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve quarterly and annual sales targets.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research and networking.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients to drive long‑term business growth.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and execute targeted sales campaigns.
• Conduct regular sales performance reviews and adjust strategies as needed to optimize results.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on sales progress and forecast future trends.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Train and mentor junior sales team members to enhance overall team performance.

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Working to advanced knowledge in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software, such as Salesforce or HubSpot, to manage client interactions and sales pipelines.
• Strong understanding of sales analytics and reporting tools to track performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for data analysis and presentation of sales reports.
• Knowledge of industry‑specific sales strategies and market trends to develop targeted sales approaches.
• Ability to use social media platforms and digital marketing tools to enhance lead generation and client engagement.

What’s in it for you?

Kelly takes pride in supporting the whole person, their family and their future. We understand that in order to thrive, we have to build lasting relationships and provide our employees with endless possibilities for growth. At the end of the day, we know that work is more than making a living – it’s about making a life.

• Base Salary starts at $75k-$80k range based on experience & Monthly Commission Structure
• Healthcare – including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 15 Days Vacation (first full year)
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 4 Personal Days of Significance
• 401(k) Match
• Tuition Assistance

Why Kelly?

Working at Kelly means being part of a global team making people‑work connections that count, because we believe helping people become who they’re meant to be benefits us all. At every location and every level within our company, Kelly’s people are unique in their understanding and commitment to helping people create better futures and helping companies across the globe compete, prosper, and grow. The work we do matters. Helping people transform their lives matters. Shaping the future of work matters. If you have a passion for helping others, what’s next for you may very well be joining our internal global team and working to make a difference.

Kelly Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, gender identity. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.