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Paylocity
Manager Sales Development
Skills
Sales StrategyLead GenerationCold CallingSalesforcePerformance Management
2 months ago
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Important information
Salary:
$75,000 – $85,000 / year
Location:
Chicago, IL, USA
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
13 September 2026
What they need
Who you are
- 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, SalesLoft, ZoomInfo, 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
What the job involves
- Manager Sales Development is 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. Primary Responsibilities The below represents the primary duties of the position, others may be assigned as needed
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- 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
- Coaching & Performance Optimization
- 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
- Collaboration
- 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
Benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Miltstork program for moms who travel on business to ship breastmilk and get fully reimbursed
- Health and wellness programs ranging from Lyra to Garner to Hinge Health
- Health insurance
- Discounted Employee Stock Purchasing program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- SoFi program to consolidate and refinance federal and private student loans
- Volunteer In Action program for paid time off to volunteer
- Onsite workout facilities
- Healthy snack options like fresh fruit, hummus, and trail mixes onsite only
- Sparkling and flat flavored water, gourmet coffee drinks, hot chocolate onsite only
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