Genesys

Manager, Business Development - Commercial

Genesys$86K — $152K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in SaaS or cloud-based Business Development, Sales Development, or Inside Sales roles.
  • 3+ years leading BDR or SDR teams with direct management experience.
  • Proven success in generating pipeline and driving revenue growth through effective team leadership.
  • Experience managing regional or distributed teams across the United States.
  • Strong grasp of enterprise sales processes and pipeline development techniques.
  • Proficient in Salesforce, Salesloft, Tableau, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Excellent communication, coaching, and organizational capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a Business Development team focused on pipeline generation and career progression.
  • Own the pipeline generation strategy aligned with revenue and market expansion goals.
  • Build a talent development engine with clear coaching plans and promotion pathways for BDRs.
  • Create formal onboarding and ongoing training programs to improve team performance and ramp-up times.
  • Drive enhancements in the sales pipeline conversion rates and quality of leads.
  • Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to execute strategic go-to-market initiatives and account-based strategies.
  • Monitor pipeline metrics and forecasting accuracy to assure predictable growth.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Telehealth coverage
  • Flexible work schedules and remote opportunities
  • Development and career growth opportunities
  • Open Time Off along with 10 paid holidays
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Coverage for fertility treatments.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Role Overview:
Pipeline generation directly influencing revenue growth, market expansion, and customer acquisition at scale. This role owns the strategy, performance, and evolution of how new business is created, qualified, and accelerated, shaping the front end of the sales funnel within a cloud and SaaS environment. You will lead a regional Business Development organization across the Commercial market segment driving consistent pipeline creation while elevating prospecting sophistication through data, AI-enabled tools, and modern engagement strategies.

At Genesys, we are advancing AI-powered customer experience solutions that help organizations deliver more empathetic, connected interactions. In this role, you will influence how enterprises engage with their customers while partnering closely with Sales and Marketing leadership to shape go-to-market direction, improve conversion performance, and expand market reach. You will operate with high visibility across leadership, owning strategic outcomes and directly shaping the career trajectories of the talent you develop. This position offers strong exposure to enterprise initiatives, a seat at the table on regional growth strategy, and the opportunity to build a bench of future sales leaders.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of Business Development Representatives across the Commercial market segment, driving performance, engagement, and career progression through regular 1:1 coaching, prospecting strategy reviews, and personalized development plans tied to each BDR's career goals
  • Own end-to-end pipeline generation strategy aligned to regional revenue targets and market expansion goals
  • Build and scale a talent development engine for BDRs: individualized coaching plans, structured skill-building curricula, and clear promotion pathways into Account Executive, Sales Engineering, and Marketing roles - establishing the team as a proven pipeline of future revenue talent for the broader organization
  • Create and run a formal enablement program (onboarding, ongoing skills training, certification milestones) that shortens ramp time for new hires and raises the performance floor across the team
  • Drive improvements in conversion rates and pipeline quality across the full funnel, increasing efficiency and revenue impact
  • Partner with Sales and Marketing leadership to design and execute account-based and regional go-to-market strategies, positioning BDR leadership as a strategic voice in shaping company-wide growth priorities, not just a downstream execution function
  • Oversee pipeline creation metrics, forecasting accuracy, and performance tracking to ensure predictable growth and give leadership a reliable read on regional business health
  • Analyze pipeline data, campaign performance, and engagement trends to optimize prospecting effectiveness and inform strategic decisions
  • Build and scale repeatable processes, playbooks, and enablement programs to support a distributed and growing team, creating institutional knowledge that outlasts any single rep or manager
  • Collaborate with global stakeholders to implement best practices and introduce innovative prospecting approaches leveraging modern sales technologies, extending your impact beyond the region into company-wide standards
  • Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and high performance aligned with company values that makes the team a destination for top talent and a visible feeder for internal promotion
  • Champion the use of CRM platforms, sales engagement tools, and data-driven insights to enhance productivity and visibility, and act as an internal advocate for adopting AI-enabled prospecting tools ahead of the market

Required Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of experience in SaaS or cloud-based environments within Business Development, Sales Development, or Inside Sales functions
  • 3+ years of experience leading BDR or SDR teams, with direct people management responsibility
  • Proven track record of generating pipeline and contributing to revenue growth through team leadership
  • Experience managing regional or distributed teams, preferably across the United States
  • Strong understanding of enterprise sales motions and pipeline development strategies
  • Demonstrated ability to use Salesforce, Salesloft, Tableau and leverage data for decision making
  • Strong stakeholder management skills across Sales, Marketing, and executive leadership
  • Excellent communication, coaching, and organizational skills
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to align execution to broader company objectives

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience building or scaling Business Development organizations in multinational or high-growth environments
  • Familiarity with account-based marketing and multi-threaded prospecting strategies
  • Experience with modern prospecting and sales engagement tools
  • Ability to quickly understand and articulate complex technology and AI-driven solutions


Compensation:

This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and location. This role might also be eligible for a commission or performance-based bonus opportunities.

$86,600.00 - $152,400.00

Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • Telehealth coverage
  • Flexible work schedules and work from home opportunities
  • Development and career growth opportunities
  • Open Time Off in addition to 10 paid holidays
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Fertility treatments


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What Happens After You Apply

After you apply, here's what you can typically expect:
  • Our Talent Acquisition team reviews your application with the hiring team.
  • A Talent Acquisition Partner will review your application and, if your background is aligned, schedule a Zoom interview.
  • Next, you'll meet the hiring manager and other members of the interview team.
  • We aim to keep the process focused and respectful of your time, with no more than five interviews in most cases.
  • After interviews are complete, our team will follow up with the final steps.

Every application is reviewed by a person. Response times may vary by role and location, but our team will keep you informed throughout the process.

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About Genesys

Genesys is a cloud-based customer experience and call center solution provider. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Daly City, California. Genesys provides customer experience solutions that include contact center and workforce optimization software, as well as analytics and artificial intelligence capabilities. The company serves a variety of industries, including banking, healthcare, insurance, and telecommunications. Genesys has more than 10,000 customers in over 100 countries.
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