A sales executive's job is to help a business meet or exceed its sales targets by selling products or services to customers. Their responsibilities include: Setting goalsSales executives set sales goals for the month, quarter, and year. They also implement strategies to achieve these goals. Finding new customersSales executives prospect for new business in their assigned territories or accounts. They may cold call potential clients, attend networking events, or participate in trade shows. Building relationshipsSales executives maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure repeat business. They may provide support, information, and guidance to clients. Negotiating dealsSales executives negotiate pricing and contracts to close sales deals. Analyzing dataSales executives analyze sales data and activity to identify areas for improvement. Presenting productsSales executives assess client needs and present suitable products, services, and solutions. They may also deliver presentations on the company's products and services. Handling customer concernsSales executives resolve customer concerns and inquiries. They should be prepared to handle customer complaints as they interact directly with them. TrainingSales executives continuously enhance their product knowledge, sales skills, and industry expertise through training programs and self-study.