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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$96K - $118K *

Advance strategic partnerships by managing high-value commercial opportunities from inception to implementation, ensuring seamless coordination among stakeholders and clarity in contractual obligation...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Empower healthcare providers by promoting innovative colorectal cancer screening solutions, delivering exceptional support and education while strategically expanding product adoption across a designa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $130K *

Empower utilities to enhance operations through innovative SaaS solutions. Drive sales growth by managing key accounts, building relationships, and executing targeted sales strategies in the utilities...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth through strategic sales initiatives. You'll develop and implement effective sales strategies, cultivate client relationships, and lead the sales cycle to achieve targ...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$185K - $344K *

Join a team that's redefining market access through innovative data partnerships. Lead strategic collaborations, ensure data compliance, and drive insights that enhance decision-making and patient ser...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as you own the financial performance of a dynamic business unit, driving strategic decisions and enhancing visibility to shape impactful processes and outcomes. Join a hands-on l...

Morrisville, NCRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Elevate customer relationships by managing and growing strategic national accounts. Focus on retention, upselling, and cross-selling within the Collision and Mechanical sectors while leveraging SaaS s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower strategic decision-making by driving data analysis and recommendations. Collaborate with senior leadership to shape initiatives, build financial models, and leverage AI tools, ensuring impactf...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $230K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic sales initiatives for major clients. Engage in lead origination, account management, and growth strategies in the Retail and CPG sectors, leveraging industry insi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing sales team to drive national revenue growth, enhance customer relationships, and implement strategic initiatives aligned with company objectives, fostering a culture...

Ontario, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Champion success in life sciences by driving enterprise solutions sales. Leverage industry connections to secure strategic partnerships and grow revenue across a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in life sciences by executing strategic sales initiatives, building trusting relationships, and elevating client partnerships to expand our enterprise solutions f...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $222K *

Empower teams to deliver impactful data insights that drive strategic decisions. Lead and mentor diverse analytics professionals while overseeing complex projects, ensuring alignment with business goa...

Sacramento, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $127K *

Elevate your career by driving new business in healthcare accounts. Engage with C-level executives, navigate complex sales cycles, and close high-value deals to expand market presence and achieve reve...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $140K *

Lead order management and deal desk activities, ensuring efficient sales operations across North America. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to structure complex deals, maintain compliance, and o...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $155K *

Lead business development initiatives to drive growth in clinical trials by engaging new sponsors and CRO partners while collaborating with senior leadership to meet clients' needs...

West Millbury, MARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $202K *

Transform your career by leading strategic initiatives that drive growth and innovation in the Fire & Safety sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape market strategies and ensure susta...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive sales performance by managing comprehensive compensation strategies that align with company goals. Collaborate across teams to design and implement effective plans, analyze data trends, and ensu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$112K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise sales to Fortune 500 clients, managing end-to-end sales cycles, and fostering strategic relationships with C-level executives to deliver impactful SaaS complianc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$191K - $239K *

Drive technical evaluations and solutions for Enterprise customers, ensuring seamless data ingestion, transformation, and modeling. Collaborate with sales and engineering to deliver impactful presenta...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $238K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise sales strategies to acquire new clients. Engage with C-level executives, manage key accounts, and exceed revenue goals while advocating for innovative EHS soluti...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maximizing advertising impact for clients. As a strategic advisor, you'll manage campaigns, analyze performance, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive success and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$158K - $248K *

Champion the development of the product roadmap for Observability and Compute/Network teams, ensuring alignment with reliability goals, system health monitoring, and infrastructure management strategi...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead integrated member retention marketing strategies to enhance engagement, reduce disenrollment, and improve health plan renewals. Collaborate across teams to develop data-driven communications and...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic financial planning and analysis across diverse business units. Drive insights, enhance reporting processes, and partner with leadership to optimize decision-ma...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.