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Manager, Business Development

Braze

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Senior
71k-79k
5 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

At Braze, we have found our people. We're a genuinely approachable, exceptionally kind, and intensely passionate crew. We seek to ignite that passion by setting high standards, championing teamwork, and creating work-life harmony as we collectively navigate rapid growth on a global scale while striving for greater equity and opportunity - inside and outside our organization. To flourish here, you must be prepared to set a high bar for yourself and those around you. There is always a way to contribute: Acting with autonomy, having accountability and being open to new perspectives are essential to our continued success. Our deep curiosity to learn and our eagerness to share diverse passions with others gives us balance and injects a one-of-a-kind vibrancy into our culture. If you are driven to solve exhilarating challenges and have a bias toward action in the face of change, you will be empowered to make a real impact here, with a sharp and passionate team at your back.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee, coach and quality check daily activities and quota performance management of individual BDRs to ensure key performance metrics are met.
  • Hire and efficiently ramp new Enterprise BDRs with training, including product knowledge, buyer personas, competition, tools training, and role-plays.
  • Provide BDRs with a coaching cadence of time management, objection handling, prospecting tactics, and active listening skills.
  • Strategize with sales and marketing counterparts on pipeline and prospecting initiatives to meet company objectives.
  • Establish a library of prospecting resources for the BDR team.
  • Maintain a high-performance BDR team culture and morale.
  • Drive operational excellence and constant innovation.
  • Review and maintain metrics to ensure accurate management reporting, including deal forecast and commit, hiring pipeline and project updates.
  • Proactively and real-time performance manage BDRs.

Requirements

  • Action orientated and consistent in performance.
  • Precise and engaging communicator (written and verbal).
  • Proactive problem solver with a data-driven approach.
  • Able to work cross-functionally with strong collaboration and influencing skills.
  • Player/coach mindset with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
  • Relentlessly tenacious.
  • 4+ years of B2B sales experience, including 2+ years of Enterprise sales leadership (Team Lead or Manager).
  • Evidence-based history of performing above quota in an outbound sales environment.
  • Strong collaboration and influencing skills demonstrated through communication and presentation skills.
  • Familiarity with Salesforce and prospecting platforms (e.g., Outreach, SalesNav, Gong, DemandBase).

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Salesforce and prospecting platforms such as Outreach, SalesNav, Gong, DemandBase.

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of B2B sales experience.
  • 2+ years of Enterprise sales leadership experience (Team Lead or Manager).
  • Proven track record of exceeding quota in outbound sales environments.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills.
  • Experience with Salesforce and prospecting tools.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive compensation that may include equity.
  • Retirement and Employee Stock Purchase Plans.
  • Flexible paid time off.
  • Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
  • Family services including fertility benefits and paid parental leave.
  • Professional development supported by career pathing, learning platforms, and a yearly learning stipend.
  • A curated in-office employee experience to foster community and innovation.
  • Opportunities to give back through Volunteer Week and donation matching.
  • Employee Resource Groups providing supportive communities.
  • A collaborative, transparent, and fun culture recognized as a Great Place to Work.

Working at Braze

Braze is proudly certified as a Great Place to Work in multiple countries and has received numerous recognitions for its workplace culture. The company fosters a collaborative, transparent, and inclusive environment, emphasizing work-life harmony, professional growth, and community engagement. With headquarters in New York City and offices worldwide, Braze values building meaningful connections and creating an equitable, supportive workplace for all employees.

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Job Details

Posted AtSep 3, 2025
Salary71k-79k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

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About Braze

Website

braze.com

Company Size

1001-5000 employees

Location

Chicago, IL

Industry

Television Broadcasting Stations

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