Director of Sales Development Jobs

Discover Director of Sales Development opportunities for experienced leaders ready to build high-performing teams and create predictable sales pipelines. Ladders features vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more, helping you find senior roles aligned with your expertise and career goals.

What Does a Director of Sales Development Do?

A Director of Sales Development leads the teams and programs responsible for identifying, qualifying, and nurturing prospective customers. The role typically includes setting outreach strategy, managing sales development representatives (SDRs) and business development representatives (BDRs), partnering with sales and marketing, and improving the systems that turn prospects into qualified opportunities.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for people leadership, sales development or business development experience, pipeline analytics, and strong communication skills. Familiarity with CRM and sales engagement platforms, forecasting, coaching, process design, and collaboration across revenue teams can also be valuable. Requirements vary by company, industry, and the scope of the role.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director-level roles may be available across technology, business services, healthcare, financial services, and other industries. Compensation varies based on location, company size, experience, and whether pay includes incentives or equity. Browse Ladders for vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more and compare roles by employer, responsibilities, and career fit.

Find Your Next Sales Development Leadership Role

Explore Director of Sales Development jobs on Ladders to identify opportunities where you can shape go-to-market strategy, develop talent, and contribute to sustainable revenue growth. Review each listing for its qualifications, compensation details, and location or remote-work requirements.

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$110K - $154K *

Champion growth by leading strategic sales initiatives in the residential dealer segment. Collaborate with teams to develop territory plans, drive business development, and mentor field sales represen...

Chicago, ILRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $245K *

Lead the charge in developing and empowering a high-performing sales team. Foster a strong team culture while driving improvement and accountability in a rapidly changing environment, leveraging data...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Strategize and execute a comprehensive mass channel sales strategy, driving growth through partnerships with major retailers. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize product offerings and ensure opera...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in expanding a global direct-sales organization by developing and executing strategies that drive customer acquisition, retention, and measurable performance aligned with commercial ob...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$222K - $278K *

Manage strategic enterprise customer relationships, drive complex sales cycles, and inspire transformation through innovative solutions, impacting industries that power our world and enhancing efficie...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving business development initiatives in renewable energy. Collaborate with teams to identify opportunities, build customer relationships, and support proposal development for b...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Drive business growth by assessing market opportunities, developing strategies, and delivering compelling presentations. Collaborate with teams to align marketing efforts and support client proposals...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$220K - $255K *

Engage a dynamic enterprise sales team to exceed quotas and enhance market presence. Drive growth through strategic partnerships and lead talent development in a defined territory, ensuring exceptiona...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $175K *

Drive operational excellence by leading strategic initiatives and managing a team to enhance Care Operations. Transform high-level strategies into scalable systems that improve care delivery and patie...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $175K *

Join our team to drive the technical direction of our Internal Developer Platform, enhancing workflows and tooling for engineering teams. You'll lead multi-quarter strategies, ensuring reliable delive...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$123K - $186K *

Transform the way ISV partners innovate by crafting compelling demos and strategic narratives that leverage our platform. Drive adoption and growth through technical expertise and problem-solving apti...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K *

Oversee a dynamic team to execute media strategies, optimize campaigns, and ensure resource alignment with business goals, driving performance and compliance across various advertising channels...

New York, NYRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

Transform our growth marketing strategy by driving demand generation and managing a high-performing team. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to optimize pipeline performance and leverage automa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth by leveraging your expertise in SaaS sales, managing key accounts, and guiding customers from initial engagement to successful adoption and expansion. Collaborate with teams to enhance pr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the success of a dynamic sales team by managing daily operations, coaching, and ensuring pipeline health. Collaborate with leadership to translate strategy into actionable priorities while foste...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $180K *

Manage the product line of a flagship revenue integrity system, overseeing operations, feature development, and client communication to enhance product success while leading a dedicated team in a fast...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $170K *

Lead and scale a high-performing sales team, driving revenue growth and execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance go-to-market strategies while coaching and developing future sales leaders...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Champion exceptional growth by nurturing key accounts and driving SaaS innovation. Collaborate end-to-end with clients to enhance their experience and optimize product adoption, while contributing to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $182K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming business needs into innovative software solutions. Collaborate with clients and developers to ensure high satisfaction and successful adoption while advanc...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$165K - $195K *

Transform enterprise sales and modernization for retirement technology. Lead a team of Sales Engineers, engaging with diverse stakeholders to deliver tailored solutions and drive impactful customer ex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower the powered land development function by sourcing, evaluating, and advancing sites for solar and storage projects. Lead negotiations, engage stakeholders, and build financial models to transfo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$156K - $195K *

Champion the global eDiscovery Technology practice, leading a diverse team to innovate AI-assisted workflows, ensuring defensibility and quality across jurisdictions while driving growth and operation...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Drive high-value B2B paid media strategies and growth across multiple channels while leading a team of media professionals, ensuring client success and operational excellence in performance marketing...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$385K - $400K *

Pioneer a high-performing Sales Team in your region, driving growth through effective methodologies and mentorship. Lead initiatives to exceed quotas while fostering key relationships and ensuring bes...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Elevate product strategy and execution across a diverse AI portfolio, driving measurable growth and adoption while engaging with senior leadership and stakeholders to ensure impactful outcomes and gov...

New Jersey, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Sales Development do?question toggle

    A Director of Sales Development leads teams and strategies that identify and qualify potential customers, create sales pipeline, and support revenue growth. Responsibilities often include coaching SDRs or BDRs, setting performance goals, refining outreach processes, and working with sales and marketing leaders.

  • What qualifications are common for Director of Sales Development jobs?question toggle

    Many employers seek leadership experience in sales development, business development, or a related revenue function. Team management, pipeline measurement, CRM expertise, coaching, and cross-functional communication are frequently valued; specific requirements differ by role.

  • How much do Director of Sales Development jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies by employer, location, industry, experience, and compensation structure, which may include incentives or equity. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Director of Sales Development jobs?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted Director of Sales Development opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review listings to compare employers, responsibilities, qualifications, and workplace arrangements.

  • What career paths can lead to a Director of Sales Development role?question toggle

    Professionals often advance from SDR or BDR roles into team management and senior sales development leadership. Experience building teams, improving pipeline quality, and partnering with sales and marketing can help prepare candidates for director-level responsibilities.