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Manager, Sales Development

220k – 260kSan Francisco, CAOnsite2+ YOE
Summary

Manage and scale a team of 6-10 SDRs/BDRs focused on enterprise prospecting and pipeline generation. Requires 2+ years leading sales development teams in SaaS, quota-carrying experience, and proficiency in Salesforce and automation tools.

About the role

In this role, you will

  • Lead and scale a team of 6-10 BDRs focused on Enterprise and Strategic segments
  • Hire and train new SDRs on Decagon’s product, buyer personas, competition, and tools
  • Set and maintain a high-performing culture by overseeing daily activities and managing quota performance of individual SDRs
  • Develop and execute career development plans for direct reports; inclusive of but not limited to daily 1:1 mentoring, coaching on time management, objection handling, prospecting tactics, and active listening skills
  • Strategize with cross-functional leaders and partners including Sales, RevOps, and Marketing on pipeline and prospecting initiatives to exceed company goals
  • Report on team performance and forecast to senior leadership
  • Think creatively about improving team output and efficiency over time by optimizing systems and processes
  • Create comprehensive enablement programs to continuously improve SDRs’ prospecting skills and accelerate development into world class sellers

You may be a good fit if you

  • Have 2+ years of experience leading a sales development team at a SaaS company
  • Have 1-3+ years of quota-carrying sales experience as an individual contributor, with a proven, consistent track record exceeding goals
  • Have prior demonstrated success in fast-paced, results-oriented GTM environments
  • Know how to motivate and coach SDRs to exceed performance metrics and develop into future sellers
  • Have experience collaborating cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, and RevOps to optimize lead flow and conversion rates
  • Are passionate and excited about hiring, with a thoughtful approach to team planning and development
  • Are proficient in Salesforce and familiar with email and call automation platforms
  • Are able to leverage data to drive decisions, create systems, and identify process improvements to improve efficiency
  • Have strong collaboration and influencing skills, demonstrated through excellent communication and presentation skills

Even better if you

  • Have 1-3+ years of personal closing experience in a full cycle sales role in SaaS
  • Have experience managing teams prospecting to Fortune 500 or Global 2000 accounts
  • Have a history of building at a high-growth startup
  • Are passionate about fostering a positive, high-energy team culture while driving consistent results

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Take what you need vacation policy
  • Career growth opportunities within a fast-growing AI company
Skills
SalesforceSales DevelopmentBDR ManagementProspectingQuota ManagementRevOpsPipeline GenerationObjection HandlingEmail AutomationCall Automation
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