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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Acera Area Sales Director - Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Northern California)
$150K *
Transform the sales landscape by leading a high-performing team, driving revenue growth, and fostering partnerships in the medical device sector. Shape strategies that enhance customer engagement and...
3 weeks ago
Strategic Account Executive - Central/West
$160K - $170K *
Join a team that’s driving innovative solutions in Data and Analytics for enterprise customers. Leverage your expertise to manage full sales cycles and collaborate cross-functionally, ensuring impactf...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in aligning HR strategies with business goals, serving as a trusted advisor, enhancing employee experiences, and providing impactful HR support throughout the employee lifecycle in a f...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Regional Sales Director, National Security Group
$148K - $248K *
Drive growth by leading a field-based sales team focused on federal agencies. You'll strategize, coach, and negotiate to enhance adoption of our DevSecOps platform, ensuring alignment with agency need...
3 weeks ago
Vice President, Enterprise Sales - South Central (including TOLA) - Remote, USA
$180K - $220K *
Transform regional sales performance by leading a high-impact team, fostering key relationships, and strategizing growth initiatives to exceed targets and drive revenue in the South Central market...
2 weeks ago
$104K - $149K *
Accelerate product development by defining, designing, and prototyping features for payment platforms across multiple ecosystems, leveraging technical expertise and AI tools to enhance user experience...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $160K *
Drive a structured sales strategy for the US region, achieving targets and creating pipelines through outbound prospecting and tailored solutions while engaging senior stakeholders and maintaining CRM...
2 weeks ago
Account Executive, Enterprise (US)
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in driving enterprise sales by managing the full sales cycle, engaging with large organizations, and expanding relationships within the AI sector. Your expertise will be pivotal in est...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform surgical practices by driving the utilization of advanced robotic systems. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance training, support sales strategies, and expand user adoption in the Ceda...
1 week ago
Director, Customer Partner, Kyndryl Federal Defense
$177K - $319K *
Pioneer growth in the Federal Defense sector by establishing strategic relationships, identifying opportunities, and leading complex engagements to drive significant business expansion and customer sa...
1 week ago
$150K - $170K *
Partner with us to drive growth and strengthen relationships with key strategic accounts. Leverage your expertise in enterprise sales to identify opportunities, ensure renewals, and deliver measurable...
3 weeks ago
Enterprise Account Executive - Southeast, USA (Remote)
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that's driving growth by building strategic partnerships with C-level executives. You'll own the sales process, develop innovative strategies, and expand your territory while engaging with...
3 weeks ago
$117K - $160K *
Lead the charge in underwriting E&S commercial property and casualty accounts. Manage risk assessments, develop competitive quotes, and collaborate with carriers to optimize profitability while achiev...
1 week ago
$235K - $315K *
Join a mission-driven team to drive growth within law enforcement and first responder agencies. Utilize your unique background to build relationships, close deals, and expand accounts in a high-perfor...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Scientific Sales Specialist- Remote
$80K - $95K *
Drive sales growth by engaging with clients, leveraging scientific expertise to provide tailored solutions and support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product visibility and custom...
3 weeks ago
$140K - $185K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, manage roadmaps, and enhance customer experiences. Lead product initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals while mentoring j...
2 weeks ago
Head of Business Development, Pharma/Life Sciences
$200K *
Transform the landscape of life sciences partnerships by driving co-developed deals. Leverage your extensive network and expertise to source, pitch, and close high-value agreements that enhance patien...
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Sr. Manager, Analyst Relations
$165K - $190K *
Advance your career by shaping analyst relations and market perception in AI and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful evaluations and strategic narratives that enhanc...
1 week ago
Partner Account Sales Manager - Retail
$131K - $225K *
Help us drive partner sales and strategy by building relationships, leveraging AI tools, and fostering a culture of inclusivity within the retail landscape, empowering growth and ensuring customer suc...
Reposted 6 days ago
Senior Territory Account Executive (Southern California)
$83K - $138K *
Engage with key stakeholders to drive sales growth in the Mid-Market Enterprise sector. Leverage your expertise in cybersecurity to create opportunities, build relationships, and exceed quotas while c...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Elevate integration excellence by leading Salesforce development initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and optimize solutions, ensuring scalability and reliability in...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Newline Relationship Manager
$121K - $262K *
Elevate business development by managing key relationships in the payments industry. Leverage expertise to implement tailored strategies for complex clients, ensuring profitable growth and exceptional...
2 weeks ago
Director, Commercial Legal, Americas
$241K - $448K *
Drive the Americas Commercial Legal team, leading negotiations on complex software agreements while fostering collaboration and developing talent. Engage with stakeholders to ensure legal alignment an...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's redefining travel agency partnerships by developing innovative marketing strategies and fostering strong relationships to drive revenue growth across the DFW territory. Your experti...
4 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in global financial consolidation, ensuring compliance with US GAAP while collaborating with diverse finance teams. Drive process improvements and present insights to executive managem...
2 weeks ago
What does a Business Development Representative do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.