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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$171K - $235K *

Transform U.S. channel distribution strategies for nephrology products, focusing on compliance, patient access, and operational efficiency. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize launches and adapt t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $150K *

Champion growth strategies for net-new business, driving critical sales across cyber threat intelligence. Influence Fortune 1000 leaders in high-stakes environments while navigating complex sales cycl...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Transform demand generation by leading strategy, team growth, and market launches, ensuring a sustainable pipeline and maximizing occupancy and services revenue while navigating uncharted territory in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $190K *

Create a scalable demand generation engine that drives lead acquisition, optimizes market launches, and builds a collaborative team, all while directly impacting revenue generation strategies and anal...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $190K *

Engage in building a scalable demand generation strategy and team while managing tactical outputs. Collaborate across channels to ensure alignment of marketing efforts to support occupancy goals and r...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Empower our Commercial Sales team to scale effectively by coaching, developing, and optimizing sales processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish a repeatable engine that drives sus...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Join a team that's crafting a scalable demand generation strategy, overseeing market launches, and developing a high-performing team to drive lead generation and revenue growth effectively while adapt...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$222K - $322K *

Lead a high-performing team of Strategic Account Executives to exceed revenue targets, drive sales process improvements, and foster a culture of continuous learning while navigating complex sales cycl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in federal business development, driving strategy and execution for health programs. Lead capture management, build relationships, and mentor staff while contri...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $160K *

Transform agency partnerships by leading business development and sales initiatives, leveraging healthcare data and media expertise to drive revenue growth and enhance customer loyalty across multiple...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by engaging with provider groups to identify prospects, tailor outreach, and empower account executives, shaping our growth in a dynamic and collaborative environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $112K *

Drive the success of a dynamic SDR team by shaping outbound sales strategies, mentoring talent, and optimizing lead generation processes. Collaborate with leadership to build a high-performing team th...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing SDR team, driving pipeline growth and performance. Shape strategies, mentor team members, and report on key metrics to senior management while fostering a culture of...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $110K *

Drive strategic growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities in the Behavioral Health and IDD sectors, collaborating with sales leadership to achieve revenue goals while maintaining s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$158K - $270K *

Lead the charge in building a global AI partner enablement program, designing certification paths and training tracks to enhance partner capabilities and drive revenue growth across diverse regions an...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $350K *

Drive innovation by leading the Sales Tech engineering team to architect and deliver scalable revenue systems. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance sales and marketing technology, ensu...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$174K - $261K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of enterprise sales by leading a specialized team focused on cloud, data, and AI solutions. Drive strategic relationships with CIOs and CTOs to modernize technolog...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by leading specialized sales efforts in cloud solutions. Engage with CIOs and CTOs to modernize technology strategies and unlock business value through Workday's...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Accelerate enterprise sales by leading a specialized team focused on cloud solutions. Engage with CIOs and IT leaders to drive complex sales cycles, ensuring alignment with strategic business outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in enterprise sales by leveraging cloud, data, and AI solutions. Lead a specialized sales force to engage CIOs and CTOs, modernizing technology strategies and max...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Lead the charge in driving complex enterprise sales cycles, coaching a high-performing team to engage with CIOs and CTOs. Shape strategic value propositions and foster collaboration to maximize adopti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Champion enterprise sales excellence by leading a specialized team to drive complex platform solutions, fostering executive relationships, and enhancing market adoption through strategic coaching and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Lead the charge in driving complex enterprise sales cycles, coaching a high-performing team to engage with CIOs and CTOs. Foster strategic partnerships and deliver innovative solutions that align tech...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Elevate enterprise sales by leading a specialized team focused on cloud, data, and AI solutions. Drive strategic relationships with CIOs, coach high-performing sellers, and orchestrate complex sales c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Shape the future of enterprise technology by leading a specialized sales team focused on platform, data, and AI solutions. Drive strategic partnerships with CIOs and CTOs, ensuring successful sales cy...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.