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Careers›Roles›National Account Coordinator
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National Account Coordinator

The major client supporter — coordinating activities for national-level customer accounts.

National Account Coordinator pay typically runs $67K–$96K at this level, and jobs in this field are projected to grow 5% through 2034.

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Conventionalorganizing, detail-oriented
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Industries that often hire National Account Coordinators
Wholesale & Distribution · 21%Retail · 17%Professional Services · 14%Manufacturing · 11%Financial Services · 10%Technology & Information · 7%
Job markets for National Account Coordinators
Where National Account Coordinator jobs concentrate · ~388 metro areas
Based on employment in related occupations
Mapped SOC categories:
Sales
BLS Occupational Employment Statistics
Jump to:What it's likeCareer pathsBy the numbers

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What it's like

What it's like to be a National Account Coordinator

As a National Account Coordinator, you support the management of major national accounts. You coordinate activities, track commitments, communicate with stakeholders, and ensure smooth execution of national programs. The role bridges national account management with operational execution.

Your day involves tracking programs, coordinating with field teams, communicating with buyers, and managing documentation. National accounts are complex with multiple stakeholders, locations, and programs. Keeping everything organized and moving forward requires strong coordination skills.

The hardest part is managing complexity across many parties. National accounts involve corporate buyers, field sales, operations, and customer locations. Coordinating across all these parties requires organization and communication. The people who thrive here are highly organized, effective communicators who can track many moving pieces.

What people in this role value
IndependenceAbove avg
Working ConditionsAbove avg
AchievementAbove avg
SupportAbove avg
RecognitionModerate
RelationshipsModerate
O*NET Work Values survey
Role Profile
StrategyExecution
StructuredAdaptable
ManagingContributing
CollaborativeIndependent
Things that vary from job to job as a National Account Coordinator
Account complexityIndustry focusCoordination scopeSales involvementTravel requirements
National account coordination varies by industry and account complexity. Retail accounts have different dynamics than foodservice or industrial. Some roles include sales activity; others are purely coordination. Travel varies from minimal to significant. Technology platforms affect coordination methods.
✦ Editorial — written by Truest from industry research and career patterns

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Career Paths

Where this role sits in the broader career landscape — and where it can take you.

Earning potential across this track
$239K$179K$119K$60K$0KLower paying387 metro areas, sorted by salary level
All experience levels1
This level's estimated range
INDUSTRIES PAYING ABOVE AVERAGE
Technology & Information$97K+110%
Energy & Utilities$95K+107%
Professional Services$94K+104%
Financial Services$79K+72%
Government$69K+51%
Compared to Sales average across all industries
1 BLS OEWS May 2024 covers all National Account Coordinators (SOC 11-2022.00), not just this title · BEA RPP 2023
* Top salaries exceed this figure. BLS caps reported wages at ~$240K to protect individual privacy in high-earning roles.
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What it takes to advance
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Organization
Managing complex account activities
2
Communication
Coordinating across multiple parties
3
Account understanding
Knowing how national accounts work
Lateral Moves
National Account Manager →
If you want full account responsibility
Category Manager →
If you want to focus on specific product categories
Questions you might ask when interviewing
What national accounts would I be supporting?
What is the coordination scope?
Is there sales involvement?
How much travel is required?
What is the advancement path?
✦ Editorial — career progression and interview guidance based on industry patterns
The Broader Landscape

Roles like this one sit within a broader occupational category. The numbers below reflect that full landscape — helpful for context, but your specific experience will depend on level, specialty, and where you work.

$67K–$208K
Salary Range
10th – 90th percentile
604K
U.S. Employment
+4.7%
10yr Growth
49K
Annual Openings

How National Account Coordinator pay & employment are changing

$64K$61K$58K$55K$52K201920202021202220232024$52K$64K
BLS OEWS May 2024 · BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034

Skills & Requirements

SpeakingActive ListeningNegotiationCritical ThinkingManagement of Personnel ResourcesJudgment and Decision MakingPersuasionSocial PerceptivenessMonitoringReading Comprehension
O*NET OnLine · Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mapped SOC Codes
11-2022.00

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Roles with similar work and overlapping career paths

midNational Account Manager$138KmidBusiness Developer$150KjuniorInside Sales Coordinator / Inside Sales Associate$138KvpSales and Marketing VP (Sales and Marketing Vice President)$138KmidHotel Sales Manager$138KjuniorNational Sales Coordinator / National Sales Associate$138K
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Common questions about what it's like to be a National Account Coordinator

What does a National Account Coordinator do?

The major client supporter — coordinating activities for national-level customer accounts.

How much does a National Account Coordinator make?

Median pay for a National Account Coordinator is about $138K nationally, with the field ranging roughly from $67K to $208K depending on experience, employer, and metro (BLS).

What skills does a National Account Coordinator need?

Core skills for this role include Speaking, Active Listening, Negotiation, Critical Thinking, and Management of Personnel Resources.

What education do you need to be a National Account Coordinator?

Most people in this role hold a bachelor's degree.

Is a National Account Coordinator in demand?

Employment in this field is projected to grow about 4.7% through 2034, with roughly 603,710 people working in it today (BLS).

What jobs are similar to a National Account Coordinator?

Closely related roles include National Account Manager, Business Developer, and Inside Sales Coordinator / Inside Sales Associate.

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Federal data: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2024) · BLS Employment Projections · O*NET OnLine
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