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Sales Development Representative

Nashville, TN · On-site

Sales Development Representative The Sales Development Representative engages with customers through inbound and outbound calls and/or online channels. This role is responsible for delivering ...

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How much do development rep jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for development rep in the United States is $58,474.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,500.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Development Reps?

Development Representatives, often called Sales Development Representatives (SDRs) or Business Development Representatives (BDRs), are professionals who focus on generating and qualifying leads for a company’s sales team. Their main responsibility is to reach out to potential clients, engage them, and determine their interest and fit for the company's products or services. Development Reps are crucial in the early stages of the sales process, helping to build a pipeline of potential customers and passing qualified prospects to sales executives for further engagement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Development Representative, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Development Representative, you need strong communication and research skills, a grasp of sales fundamentals, and often a bachelor’s degree in business or related fields. Familiarity with CRM platforms like Salesforce, sales engagement tools, and lead generation software is typically required. Persistence, active listening, and resilience are standout soft skills for building relationships and handling rejection. These abilities are crucial for effectively identifying prospects, initiating conversations, and driving new business opportunities.

What are some common challenges faced by Development Reps when qualifying leads, and how can they overcome them?

Development Reps often face challenges such as reaching the right decision-makers, overcoming objections, and distinguishing quality leads from uninterested prospects. To overcome these, it’s important to conduct thorough research before outreach, utilize effective questioning techniques, and actively listen to each prospect’s needs. Leveraging CRM tools to track interactions and collaborating closely with the sales and marketing teams also helps ensure more accurate lead qualification and smoother handoffs. Continuous learning and adapting to feedback can greatly improve success in this role.
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Infographic showing various Development Rep job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 13% Full Time, 82% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,474 per year, or $28.1 per hour.
Business Development Representative

Business Development Representative

Carolina Industrial Products

Charlotte, NC • On-site

$42K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Carolina Industrial Products is seeking to hire an outside sales Business Development Representative to focus on attacking and winning new business. Are you a highly motivated individual with an appetite to hit the streets and win new business? Are you looking for the right company to build a successful, long-term career with? If so, read on!
The starting pay for this position is a base salary plus commission. We also offer generous benefits including health insurance, 9 paid holidays, paid vacation time, 40 hours of paid sick time each year, and a SIMPLE IRA plan with match. Our Business Development Representatives also have access to a company vehicle and are provided with a phone and laptop. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply today!
ABOUT CAROLINA INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS
Manufacturers, warehouses, and distribution centers across NC and SC rely on Carolina Industrial Products to power their electric forklift fleet by providing a premium line of industrial batteries and chargers. Our quality products, responsive service, and customer-specific solutions help clients maximize efficiency, decrease downtime, lower cost of ownership, and devote more time to their core business competencies. We strive to continuously improve our quality and standards by engineering bold solutions for our customers through creativity and simplicity.
In addition to providing the best possible service to our customers, our employees embrace our values of community, optimism, ownership, boldness, respect, honesty, and work ethic. Our success is attributed to our team's hard work and dedication. This is why we offer competitive wages, excellent benefits, and a motivating, autonomous environment.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE
As a Business Development Representative, you are responsible for pursuing and winning new business. Your job is to go out every day networking, and cold calling on potential business opportunities that can translate into long lasting customers. You will spend the majority of your time in the field calling on potential customers. You will be required to maintain excellent communication and activity reporting to track your progress. This job will require someone who is self motivated and eager to hit the streets.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
  • Cold calling - in person, phone, email, LinkedIn
  • Scout out potential customers by exploring maps and visiting various areas of businesses and warehouses
  • Maintain accurate records of all activities
  • Consistently meet or exceed monthly quotas for places visited, meetings booked, and opportunities generated

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