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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$100K - $130K *

Engage in strategic business development to drive growth in safety practices. Build executive relationships, manage complex sales cycles, and deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs while ex...

Houston, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a senior role focused on driving strategic sales growth in safety solutions. Leverage consultative selling skills to build executive relationships and manage complex sales cycles...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Lead strategic growth by identifying and securing new business opportunities in safety practices. Build executive relationships and manage complex sales cycles to drive multi-million-dollar partnershi...

South Portland, MERemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the life insurance and annuity market. Leverage your expertise to build strategic relationships, manage the full client lifecycle, and align solutions with client...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

Join a team that's redefining the SaaS landscape by driving strategic growth and closing high-value deals. Engage with senior leaders, develop a robust pipeline, and collaborate cross-functionally to...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling a high-performing sales team for a high-ticket agency, driving revenue growth through effective training, process optimization, and strategic collaboration with...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare market strategies by driving scalable execution and continuous improvement. Collaborate with leadership to align business priorities with go-to-market models, ensuring data-driven...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$115K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing sales operations through effective event management, resource coordination, and cross-functional project execution, ensuring the Sales organization operates e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in transforming complex market data into actionable insights that drive revenue growth and enhance forecasting accuracy within a dynamic medical device organization, partnering with cr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $300K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise sales excellence by leading a high-performing group focused on delivering innovative eQMS solutions to large manufacturing organizations, ensuring pipeline growth...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $300K *

Lead a high-performing sales team to drive enterprise eQMS solutions, achieving revenue targets and fostering strategic relationships across multiple industries. Ensure pipeline growth and effective s...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic leadership in sales excellence while managing a dynamic team, collaborating with leadership, and optimizing operational initiatives to achieve revenue goals in a diverse homebuilding e...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform the sales landscape by leading a top-performing team, driving sales excellence, and implementing strategic initiatives to meet business goals in a dynamic, luxury home market...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$132K - $207K *

Engage with North American lenders to drive impactful solutions in consumer lending. Collaborate on client opportunities, articulate value, and lead strategic initiatives to enhance FICO Scores adopti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $162K *

Unlock potential by joining a team dedicated to delivering strategic insights and fostering executive relationships. Leverage strong sales acumen to drive growth for Fortune-class clients through cons...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $162K *

Inspire growth by driving strategic client relationships and delivering exceptional insights. Leverage your consultative sales expertise to partner with C-level executives in Fortune-class companies a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $162K *

Drive engagement with senior leaders to build relationships, deliver insights, and execute targeted strategies for account growth. Foster trust and collaboration to enhance client success and achieve...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $162K *

Empower senior executives by delivering tailored solutions rooted in research. Build trust and engage with Fortune-class accounts, leveraging consultative sales to drive growth and client success in a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $162K *

Help us drive growth by building strong relationships with C-level clients and providing valuable insights. Leverage your consultative sales expertise to identify opportunities and foster client succe...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $162K *

Inspire growth by engaging C-level clients with strategic insights and innovative solutions. Drive impactful consultative sales from existing accounts, fostering comprehensive relationships that unloc...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $162K *

Transform client relationships by leveraging insights and strategies that drive growth for Fortune-class companies. Engage with senior executives to uncover needs, provide solutions, and achieve impac...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as you build and manage a robust sales accountability system, driving performance and results for the sales team while collaborating closely with the CEO and leading a dedicated...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform client relationships by leading strategic growth initiatives, fostering collaboration, and driving sustainable success. Engage with teams and stakeholders to create impactful solutions that...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise opportunities by leading pipeline generation efforts. Leverage your expertise in cybersecurity business development to engage Fortune 1000 accounts, collaborating with teams to dr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $250K *

Accelerate progress at our global sales organization by enforcing execution rigor and discipline. Collaborate with leadership to enhance pipeline integrity and drive impactful results through strategi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.