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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$83K - $139K *

Lead the charge in developing sales territories and driving strategic product solutions for mid-market and enterprise clients. Cultivate partnerships, deliver impactful presentations, and ensure excep...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$106K - $115K *

Champion market growth by translating strategies into actionable plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance execution, streamline processes, and drive pipeline success in a dynamic, rem...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $225K *

Unlock growth by leading strategic partnerships in the CDMO sector. Drive sales, nurture client relationships, and collaborate across teams to enhance market presence and customer satisfaction. Your e...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to drive new business in North America by managing the full sales cycle. Collaborate with SDRs and marketing to exceed revenue targets while building lasting customer relationships...

Vancouver, BCRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$202K - $238K *

Unlock your potential as a senior B2B marketing leader, driving strategy and demand generation. Collaborate across teams to enhance market positioning and build a high-performing marketing function th...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $169K *

Champion revenue growth by building strategic customer partnerships and delivering innovative protein fortification solutions across the U.S. and Canada, while executing sales strategies and managing...

Arizona, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$190K - $237K *

Optimize sourcing strategies and procurement processes for clinical operations, ensuring effective vendor management and governance across global clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $191K *

Lead the charge in implementing an integrated risk framework across the enterprise, enhancing resilience and oversight while guiding teams in risk management, business continuity, and crisis response...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate energy commercialization by leading origination strategies for hydroelectric products. Develop key relationships, negotiate contracts, and enhance revenue certainty while navigating market dyn...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $220K *

Unlock your potential by driving enterprise growth in healthcare. Join a dynamic team focused on building relationships with health systems and provider organizations, leveraging a robust support engi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $120K *

Take ownership of customer relationships to drive upgrades and maximize value. Engage with existing clients, manage the full sales cycle, and build trust to enhance their experience with our platform...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of agent management by leading product direction, creating roadmaps, and ensuring reliable execution for agent systems. Drive governance, instrumentation, and cross-team alignment to...

Utah, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform the insurance landscape by driving growth and innovation. Lead a dynamic team to enhance client relationships and streamline operations, while building a substantial book of business in a su...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $140K *

Empower your career by tackling complex technical challenges as a Senior Engineer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable solutions, mentor peers, and drive innovation in a dynamic...

Naperville, ILRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $195K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales team, driving complex solutions for local government. Your strategic mindset will shape territory sales, cultivate client relationships, and foster partnerships t...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower businesses by analyzing transaction data and crafting actionable insights. Collaborate with sales to design solutions, build prototypes, and present findings to executives, driving enterprise...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $150K *

Shape your career by managing clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficiently and effectively...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic role focused on acquiring new logos and expanding existing accounts, driving sales success in the cybersecurity sector through strategic relationship-building and di...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the onboarding function for diverse customer segments, managing a team to ensure a seamless transition from contract to go-live. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and drive cust...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing biomarker program operations, ensuring seamless sample processing from collection to storage. Collaborate across teams to uphold quality and compliance while driving grow...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Lead the global SIOP process, ensuring synchronization across Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain functions to optimize inventory and enhance operational efficiency for $1.2B in annual sales. Drive str...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Champion the go-to-market strategy for streaming advertising, leading a product marketing team to craft compelling messaging and drive revenue growth. Collaborate across departments to ensure alignmen...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$240K - $300K *

Empower strategic partnerships across the Eastern U.S. to drive revenue growth. Build and manage a partner-sourced pipeline, enhance customer engagement, and accelerate deal closures through collabora...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $185K *

Partner with us to lead high-impact projects in healthcare marketing, managing budgets and teams while ensuring creative excellence and strategic alignment. Drive client success through collaboration...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$350K - $398K *

Drive impactful clinical trials in ophthalmology with leadership in study design, execution, and biomarker strategy. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely delivery and regulatory compliance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.