Sales Development Representative Jobs

Find Sales Development Representative (SDR) opportunities with companies hiring experienced professionals for high-impact sales roles. SDRs help build a healthy sales pipeline by identifying prospective customers, starting conversations, and qualifying opportunities for account executives and other sales teams. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including select sales development roles with compensation packages that may combine base salary, commission, and incentives.

What Does a Sales Development Representative Do?

Sales Development Representatives research target markets and accounts, connect with potential buyers through email, phone, social media, and other channels, and assess whether prospects are a fit for the company’s products or services. They often schedule qualified meetings, document outreach in a customer relationship management (CRM) platform, and work closely with marketing and closing teams to improve messaging and pipeline quality.

Common SDR Responsibilities

  • Research accounts, industries, and decision-makers.
  • Conduct outbound prospecting and respond to inbound inquiries.
  • Qualify leads based on business needs, timing, and fit.
  • Book meetings and hand qualified opportunities to account executives.
  • Track activity and pipeline progress in CRM and sales engagement tools.
  • Use outreach results and feedback to refine sales messaging.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly value strong written and verbal communication, active listening, resilience, organization, curiosity, and a goal-oriented mindset. Familiarity with CRM systems, sales prospecting tools, and structured qualification methods can be an advantage. Requirements vary by employer: some roles welcome candidates with transferable customer-facing experience, while others seek prior business-to-business sales development experience or knowledge of a particular industry.

Salary and Compensation

Sales development compensation varies by company, location, industry, experience, and quota structure. Packages may include base pay, variable commission, and performance bonuses. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review each listing carefully to understand whether the stated compensation reflects base salary, on-target earnings, or total compensation.

Career Paths for SDRs

Sales development can lead to roles such as account executive, business development manager, sales operations specialist, or sales team leader. Building a track record of qualified pipeline, consistent execution, and customer understanding can support advancement. Explore Sales Development Representative listings on Ladders to find opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals.

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$88K - $104K *

As a Sales Development Representative at Justworks, you will be responsible for expanding the user base and qualifying potential B2B sales prospects through outbound lead campaigns. This role involves...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Champion enterprise pipeline growth by engaging HR leaders through cold outreach, inbound qualification, and partner sourcing. Collaborate closely with marketing and sales to refine strategies and enh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving innovative sales strategies to empower real estate investment firms with a cutting-edge SaaS platform while building your sales expertise in a dynamic and fast-paced environ...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$76K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic SaaS company by driving revenue through outbound prospecting and lead generation. Collaborate with Account Executives to engage decision-makers and contribute to the s...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at our Third Party Management vertical by engaging in prospecting and sales processes. Collaborate with leadership to define strategies, enrich CRM, and generate opportunities that...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Drive market expansion as a key partner in our Strategic Growth Team, generating new business opportunities and collaborating with agents to enhance our sales pipeline. Develop skills for future leade...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$65K - $131K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth and building client relationships. Leverage your expertise to identify opportunities, negotiate effectively, and collaborate with teams to deliver tailored sol...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$70K - $105K *

Unlock potential by owning the top of the funnel for agency accounts, driving rapid responses to inbound leads and executing high-volume outbound outreach. Collaborate with sales and marketing to refi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K *

Support sales growth by cultivating relationships within the legal and professional services sectors, leveraging AI solutions to enhance productivity and quality, while achieving target lead metrics t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Engage potential customers through proactive outreach, manage a robust CRM pipeline, and collaborate on sales strategies to exceed quarterly goals in a dynamic, high-growth environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K *

Drive new business opportunities by engaging prospects through calls, emails, and social outreach. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance sales strategies and become a power user of our innovative...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$66K - $123K *

Lead the charge in generating qualified leads through strategic outreach, utilizing phone, email, and social media to engage prospects. Collaborate with marketing to enhance campaigns and nurture rela...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$66K - $123K *

Advance your career by generating qualified leads and nurturing prospects through innovative outreach strategies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive business growth and enhance client relationsh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$60K - $111K *

Grow your career with us by developing client relationships and driving sales growth in engineering and sciences. Leverage your skills to connect with top talent and deliver quality solutions that mee...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$65K - $111K *

Grow your career by building relationships and driving sales in the engineering and sciences sectors. Leverage your skills to identify opportunities, manage accounts, and contribute to impactful proje...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$65K - $116K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on building relationships and driving sales in the engineering and sciences sectors. Leverage your skills to identify opportunities, manage accounts, and c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$60K - $111K *

Drive customer relationships and sales growth by identifying target accounts, conducting meetings, and collaborating with recruiting teams to fulfill client needs while maximizing profitability and ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K *

Develop and manage customer relationships while driving sales growth through targeted accounts. Utilize CRM tools and networking to identify opportunities, negotiate terms, and deliver value to client...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building and managing a high-performing SDR team focused on generating qualified meetings with enterprise leaders, utilizing data-driven strategies and deep coaching to achieve pipe...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $125K *

Join a team that's redefining eCommerce fulfillment by sourcing and qualifying accounts. Leverage a robust prospecting engine to spark interest and set meetings that drive revenue, all while honing yo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$76K - $104K *

Unlock potential by spearheading Ramp's entry into the Public Sector, focusing on lead generation and client qualification, while collaborating with teams to capture high-value opportunities and drive...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $104K *

Join our pioneering Sales Development team to drive Ramp's success in the Public Sector. You'll source and qualify high-value opportunities while collaborating with key stakeholders to elevate our mar...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $93K *

Drive Ramp's growth in the Public Sector by sourcing high-value deals. As a founding Sales Development Representative, you’ll engage with leaders, qualify leads, and enhance our sales strategies in a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career forward by building an outbound sales strategy from scratch. Engage top banks and fintechs, crafting tailored outreach to secure meetings and establish valuable connections in a fast...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by driving outbound prospecting efforts, collaborating with sales teams, and engaging decision makers to foster lasting client relationships in the manufacturing and logistics se...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Sales Development Representative?question toggle

    A Sales Development Representative identifies and engages prospective customers, qualifies potential opportunities, and typically schedules meetings for account executives or other sales professionals.

  • What does an SDR do day to day?question toggle

    Daily work may include researching target accounts, making outbound calls, sending personalized emails, responding to inbound leads, qualifying prospects, recording activity in a CRM, and coordinating handoffs to the sales team.

  • What qualifications do Sales Development Representative jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements differ by employer. Commonly valued qualifications include communication and research skills, persistence, organization, comfort with sales technology, and the ability to work toward goals. Some positions require prior sales experience.

  • How much do Sales Development Representatives earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by employer, location, experience, and compensation plan. Many roles combine base salary with commission or bonuses. Check each listing to determine whether the posted figure is base pay, on-target earnings, or total compensation.

  • Can Sales Development Representative jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some opportunities may offer compensation of $100,000 or more, particularly when variable pay is included. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs at this compensation level; review individual postings for salary details and eligibility.

  • What career opportunities can follow an SDR role?question toggle

    Common next steps include account executive, business development manager, sales operations, or sales leadership roles, depending on performance, skills, and an employer’s career structure.