Business Development Representative Jobs

Business Development Representatives (BDRs) help companies build a strong sales pipeline by identifying prospective customers, starting conversations, and qualifying business opportunities. Browse vetted BDR job openings on Ladders, including opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Business Development Representative Do?

BDRs typically research target accounts, connect with potential buyers through phone, email, and social channels, and learn about prospects’ needs. They qualify leads, schedule meetings for account executives, maintain accurate customer relationship management (CRM) records, and collaborate with marketing and sales teams to improve outreach.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong communication, listening, research, and organization skills. Familiarity with prospecting tools, CRM platforms, sales engagement software, and a structured sales process can be valuable. Many roles welcome candidates with transferable experience in customer service, recruiting, marketing, or other customer-facing work; requirements vary by employer and industry.

Business Development Representative Career Paths

BDR experience can provide a foundation for roles such as Account Executive, Sales Development Manager, Business Development Manager, or other sales leadership positions. Career progression depends on performance, experience, company structure, and the complexity of the products or services sold.

Find Business Development Representative Jobs on Ladders

Explore BDR opportunities and related sales development roles on Ladders. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details to find opportunities that fit your experience and career goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

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$96K - $125K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing delivery across cross-functional initiatives, ensuring timely execution and risk management. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive improvements and elevate cu...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare by driving sales and fostering relationships with clients. Utilize your expertise to inform customers, analyze needs, and deliver tailored solutions while maintaining a...

San Diego, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and strategic enablement across global Inside Sales teams, enhancing commercial effectiveness and delivering exceptional client value through innovati...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Oversee complex client implementations by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope, while driving alignment and managing risks to enhance the client onb...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Unlock new opportunities by driving sales in mid-market accounts. Manage the full sales cycle, engage multiple stakeholders, and creatively source your own leads while showcasing how AI video can tran...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Help us drive revenue growth by developing strategic sales plans and building executive partnerships in the mortgage servicing industry. Leverage your expertise to manage complex sales cycles and enha...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing business processes and technology solutions, serving as the primary liaison between stakeholders and technical teams to enhance operational efficiency and customer experi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$145K - $178K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth for hyperscale and silicon design customers. Own global account strategy, manage complex negotiations, and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver inno...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $109K *

Join a team that's focused on acquiring and growing strategic partnerships. Drive high performance in a customer-centric environment, achieving revenue targets while utilizing sales technology to enha...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $200K *

Transform federal programs by leading owner's representative services, ensuring effective project delivery from inception to closeout. Leverage commercial real estate expertise to advocate for owners...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Unlock insights by developing and maintaining Power BI dashboards that drive strategic decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders and data teams to transform raw data into impactful visualizations...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $125K *

Transform your career by driving sales strategies and building relationships with key clients. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer success and achieve ambitious revenue targets in a dynamic, c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of the full sales cycle for retail accounts, driving growth through strategic relationships and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to expand market presence and enhance c...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$290K - $305K *

Champion enterprise sales initiatives in the Carolinas and Tennessee. Drive strategic growth by engaging large organizations, building partnerships, and leveraging advanced sales techniques; you'll ex...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion growth by driving new customer acquisition and fleet sales within your territory. Leverage consultative selling and relationship-building to secure small to medium-sized business clients, enh...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Unlock growth potential by expanding existing commercial accounts in enterprise asset management. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive value-led sales and shape market strategies in a dynamic, consu...

Itasca, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by driving partner growth and strategic initiatives in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the partner ecosystem and accelerate revenue thro...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in executive communications and strategic initiatives, driving cross-functional alignment and delivering insights to senior leadership. Collaborate on high-impact projects while suppor...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $195K *

Transform sales operations by analyzing performance, managing resource planning, and developing scalable processes. Collaborate with sales leaders to enhance visibility and drive effective decision-ma...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$166K - $201K *

Unlock potential by managing strategic relationships with key accounts, driving sales growth, and executing complex contract negotiations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored s...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$145K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by leading enterprise sales for innovative AI solutions. Engage with top security and AI leaders to drive impactful evaluations and foster long-term partner...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $112K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in communication technologies. Leverage your sales expertise to expand adoption of our APIs in the Mid-Market segment, collaborating across teams to deliver value...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$166K - $200K *

Engage with strategic accounts to drive sales growth and build influential relationships. Leverage deep industry knowledge to create tailored solutions, manage complex negotiations, and achieve perfor...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as the first Account Manager, driving renewals and growth for a multi-million-dollar customer base. Collaborate with Customer Success to enhance account health and build a robust r...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $204K *

Drive success by leading a high-performing district team focused on market expansion and customer engagement in the healthcare sector. Foster collaboration, develop talent, and leverage insights to ac...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Business Development Representative do?question toggle

    A Business Development Representative identifies and contacts prospective customers, qualifies potential opportunities, and helps build the sales pipeline. They often book meetings for account executives and record outreach in a CRM system.

  • What skills are important for Business Development Representative jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include clear communication, active listening, research, persistence, time management, and comfort with prospecting tools and CRM software. Specific requirements vary by employer.

  • Do Business Development Representatives need a degree?question toggle

    Education requirements differ by employer. Some companies prefer a degree, while others prioritize sales ability, communication skills, relevant experience, or demonstrated results.

  • What jobs can follow a Business Development Representative role?question toggle

    Possible next steps include Account Executive, Business Development Manager, Sales Development Manager, or sales leadership roles. Advancement depends on performance, experience, and company structure.

  • How can I find Business Development Representative jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Business Development Representative and related sales development listings on Ladders, then review each posting’s compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications. Compensation structures and eligibility can vary by role.