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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$300K - $400K *

Innovate and drive new revenue by selling expert data solutions to AI labs and healthcare companies. Build relationships with technical decision-makers to enhance model training and evaluation through...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $173K *

Drive growth and profitability by managing complex dealer relationships, executing strategic initiatives, and collaborating across teams to enhance portfolio performance and customer satisfaction whil...

Jacksonville Beach, FLRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of customer experience by enhancing operational efficiency and driving satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to implement strategies that elevate service quality and ensure seamless...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $250K *

Engage with diverse stakeholders to drive sales growth in FWA, M2M, and IoT solutions. Develop new customer relationships while enhancing existing accounts, leveraging a robust channel ecosystem to ma...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Pioneer high-growth revenue strategies across the Americas. Lead a dynamic sales team, drive go-to-market initiatives, and engage with key stakeholders to achieve ambitious targets in the cybersecurit...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing claims support and customer relationships by managing a high-performing team, ensuring service excellence, and driving operational improvements across Workforce Benefits p...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $205K *

Drive revenue growth by managing a territory, targeting market opportunities, and building strategic relationships. Utilize a customer-first approach to enhance satisfaction and foster long-term partn...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$111K - $136K *

Build profitable business relationships by identifying opportunities, making impactful sales presentations, and leveraging networks to drive growth and retention in a dynamic environment...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $248K *

Unlock your leadership potential by guiding a dynamic sales team in optimizing the adoption of AI-driven DevSecOps solutions for the financial services sector, steering client relationships, and drivi...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $253K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth through strategic account management and new business development. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver tailored solutions, while maintaining strong relat...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Engage with key strategic customers to foster relationships and drive growth. Collaborate across teams to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction and long-term partnerships while ac...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $120K *

Champion business process excellence by bridging stakeholders and IT teams, driving Salesforce solutions, and optimizing workflows to enhance operational efficiency and user experience across the orga...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$220K - $260K *

Unlock potential by driving new business acquisition in a defined territory, focusing on net-new logos and maximizing revenue growth. Engage with C-level executives to present tailored cybersecurity s...

Connecticut, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$340K - $350K *

Empower your career by owning a Fortune 1000 territory, driving complex enterprise sales, and building strategic relationships with security leaders. Leverage your network to create momentum and navig...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $135K *

Transform business development operations by leading CRM initiatives, optimizing processes, and enhancing reporting. Collaborate across teams to drive strategic growth and improve organizational effec...

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1 week ago

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

$135K - $270K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex sales cycles in healthcare. Engage with executive stakeholders, drive new business, and create compelling value propositions. Join a collaborative team dedicat...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with teams to enhance BI solutions, validate system needs, and ensure quality through rigorous testing. Drive project management and stakeholder communication to deli...

Boucherville, QCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$210K - $250K *

Lead strategic business development initiatives, driving deal execution and relationship management with senior health plan stakeholders. Shape growth strategies and negotiate value-based care contrac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$269K - $360K *

Join a team that's driving transformation in the Public Sector by managing strategic accounts. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, influence purchasing decisions, and align solutions with...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Empower our sales strategy by leading the charge in closing multi-stakeholder B2B SaaS deals. Drive revenue growth, manage the full sales cycle, and collaborate with teams to refine our approach while...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive organizational effectiveness and talent readiness across multiple stores. Lead HR initiatives to enhance associate engagement, compliance, and culture, while partnering with leadership to align...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Drive sales growth by identifying new business opportunities and qualifying leads. Collaborate with a dynamic team to promote innovative solutions across diverse industries, ensuring a strong pipeline...

North Carolina, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $300K *

Pioneer partner success by leading technical enablement for contact center solutions. Drive onboarding, co-selling support, and strategic architecture using Zendesk and AWS technologies to empower par...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $135K *

Drive partner engagement and revenue growth by managing key relationships, executing go-to-market strategies, and optimizing partnerships to enhance Aprimo's ecosystem and market presence...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $115K *

Champion sales growth by developing distributor relationships and driving end-user demand. Collaborate with teams to achieve sales targets and enhance brand awareness within a designated territory, ma...

Michigan, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.