Manager, Sales Development - German (Outbound)

1 Month ago • All levels • Sales

Job Summary

Job Description

Rippling is seeking a Sales Development Manager to lead and develop a diverse team of Sales Development Representatives (SDRs). This role involves coaching, creating opportunities, and fostering an inclusive environment. The manager will collaborate with Marketing and Sales to drive demand, optimize conversion rates, and improve sales processes. Key responsibilities include spearheading team development, driving pipeline growth through top-of-funnel activities and targeted campaigns, utilizing data for strategy and performance improvement, providing individual coaching, and partnering with cross-functional teams and management for strategic alignment. The role emphasizes talent development, performance management, and continuous learning.
Must have:
  • Fluent German speaker
  • People-centric leader and mentor
  • Proven track record in SaaS sales
  • Adaptable and resilient
  • Passion for sales and technology
  • Excellent communication skills
Good to have:
  • Ability to analyze data and draw conclusions
  • Energetic, tenacious team player
  • College degree or equivalent experience

Job Details

About Rippling


Rippling gives businesses one place to run HR, IT, and Finance. It brings together all of the workforce systems that are normally scattered across a company, like payroll, expenses, benefits, and computers. For the first time ever, you can manage and automate every part of the employee lifecycle in a single system.


Take onboarding, for example. With Rippling, you can hire a new employee anywhere in the world and set up their payroll, corporate card, computer, benefits, and even third-party apps like Slack and Microsoft 365—all within 90 seconds.


Based in San Francisco, CA, Rippling has raised $1.2B from the world’s top investors—including Kleiner Perkins, Founders Fund, Sequoia, Greenoaks, and Bedrock—and was named one of America's best startup employers by Forbes.


We prioritize candidate safety. Please be aware that all official communication will only be sent from @Rippling.com addresses.


About the Role


We are deeply committed to empowering our people to succeed, not just in their current roles but throughout their careers. As a Sales Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our team and leading our sales development efforts. This position is ideal for a leader who is passionate about coaching, creating opportunities, and fostering an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued.

You’ll guide a diverse team of Sales Development Representatives (SDRs), empowering them to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential. Just as importantly, you’ll embark on your own leadership journey, with opportunities for continuous professional development and mentorship that Rippling provides to help you evolve as a leader. Whether through structured learning, peer mentoring, or exposure to senior leadership, your growth is as important to us as the success of your team.

In collaboration with Marketing, Sales, and other cross-functional teams, you’ll develop and execute strategies that drive demand, optimise conversion rates, and improve our sales processes. This role offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact both on your team’s success and your personal career trajectory. If you’re motivated by the opportunity to develop people and hone your leadership capabilities, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Spearhead and Inspire: Manage and develop a diverse team of SDRs, focusing on skill-building, career growth, and creating an environment of support and inclusivity.
  • Pipeline Growth: Collaborate with Marketing and Sales to drive top-of-funnel activities, implement targeted campaigns, and create high-quality opportunities.
  • Data-Driven Strategy: Utilise data to identify trends, drive team performance, and ensure that SLAs and KPIs are consistently met.
  • Empowering Coaching: Provide individualised coaching and feedback to help SDRs excel in their roles, improve prospect engagement, and have a positive impact on SDRs development
  • Strategic Planning: Partner with Cross functional roles and higher management to align SDR strategies with broader business objectives, bringing fresh ideas to the table.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with teams across the organisation to ensure alignment on messaging, targeting, and campaign execution.
  • Talent Development: Actively participate in recruiting, onboarding, and nurturing new SDR talent, fostering an inclusive culture of continuous learning and growth.
  • Performance Management: Set clear expectations, track progress, and support your team in meeting and exceeding goals.

Qualifications

  • Fluent German speaker
  • Ability to logically analyse information using data to draw conclusions, optimise team performance, and drive continuous improvement.
  • People-Centric Leader: A natural mentor with a proven track record of developing and uplifting sales professionals in a supportive and inclusive manner.
  • Proven Track Record: Strong experience in SaaS sales and closing new business with a demonstrated history of consistent goal achievement in a highly competitive environment (top 10% performer)
  • Adaptable and Resilient: Thrives in fast-paced environments, managing change with grace and a solution-focused mindset.
  • A true passion for sales & technology - we want leaders who love what they do and inspire their team
  • Energetic, upbeat, entrepreneurial, tenacious team player
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • College degree or equivalent work experience

Additional Information

Rippling is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected characteristics, Rippling is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities who need assistance during the hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please email accomodations@rippling.com.


Rippling highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture.  For office-based employees (employees who live within a defined radius of a Rippling office), Rippling considers working in the office, at least three days a week under current policy, to be an essential function of the employee's role.


This position is based in our Dublin, Ireland office with a hybrid working model (3 days per week in-office - Mon/Tue/Thurs)


At Rippling, we understand that flexibility and collaboration are key to fostering both personal and team success. That's why we've embraced a hybrid working model that balances the best of both worlds. By coming into the office three days per week (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday), you'll have the opportunity to build stronger relationships with your team, encourage seamless collaboration, and immerse yourself in Rippling’s dynamic culture. This in-office time fosters creativity and teamwork, while our flexible work-from-home days (Wednesday and Friday) give you the freedom to manage your work in a way that best suits your lifestyle and productivity.

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