Manager Sales Development
Schaumburg, Cook County, Illinois, 60159, USA
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Business
Position Overview
Manager Sales Development is a key leadership role overseeing a team of SDRs by driving pipeline growth through strategic outbound efforts. Expertise in sales development best practices, team leadership, and the HCM landscape will be instrumental in crafting a scalable and results-oriented outbound sales strategy. This position works in close collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Product teams to refine messaging, target the right prospects, and generate qualified leads that progress into revenue-generating opportunities.
Leadership& Strategy
- Lead and develop a team of Sales Development Reps (SDRs), focusing on recruitment, training, coaching, and performance management to drive exceptional results.
- Develop and implement innovative outbound sales strategies to accelerate revenue growth and exceed performance targets.
- Identify and implement ongoing improvements in the areas of process, efficiency, and productivity.
- Track key sales development metrics, analyze team performance against established goals, and provide regular, insightful reports to senior management.
- Foster a high-energy, collaborative, and results-oriented team culture focused on motivation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Mentor the Sales Development Representatives to effectively apply company strategies, aligning individual goals with team objectives to foster a high-performance culture.
- Continuously enhance cold-calling, prospecting, and email outreach techniques to improve conversion rates and pipeline impact.
- Provide constructive feedback to managers during quarterly business reviews, focusing on team results, successes, and actionable plans for improvement.
- Collaborate with the Marketing team to craft impactful outreach campaigns and messaging that resonate with target customer profiles.
- Stay up to date with industry trends, challenges, and innovations in the HCM space to refine outreach strategies and messaging.
- Lead regular weekly and monthly team meetings to review progress, share best practices, and establish clear action plans for success.
- 5+ years of experience in sales development, inside sales, or a similar role, preferably in SaaS or B2B technology.
- Proven ability to lead, develop, and advance direct reports into higher roles within the organization.
- Expertise in optimizing outbound sales development processes, from lead generation to qualification, with a track record of implementing best practices that drive growth.
- Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop SDR managers and teams, including recruiting, onboarding, and providing ongoing training to ensure team members meet their goals and grow professionally.
- Skilled in developing and analyzing performance metrics and KPIs, with experience using data to drive decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Proficient in Sales Development tools such as Salesforce, Sales Loft, Zoom Info, Sales Navigator and Nooks, with deep understanding of their capabilities.
- Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and evolving business needs, with a proactive approach to embracing and driving innovation.
- Role requires close partnership with aligned Sales leadership.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field preferred.
- Consistent in-office presence with flexibility for occasional remote work.
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time, ability to move around the office and interact with colleagues as needed.
- Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, phones, printers, and copiers.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, via phone, and via email.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 5 pounds as needed (e.g., moving office supplies or small packages).
- Ability to bend, reach, or stoop as needed to access file cabinets, office equipment, or other resources.
- Ability to maintain focus and attention to detail for extended periods.
- Ability to work at a desk or workstation for extended periods of time, including using a computer or writing.
Paylocity is an equal-opportunity employer. Paylocity is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
Compensation and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $75,000 - $85,000 per year; base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for a monthly bonus based on individual and team performance in addition to a full range of benefits.
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