Manager, Business Development (SaaS Sales)

New York, US, New York$162,000 - $190,0004+ years

Celonis is the global leader in Process Intelligence and the pioneer of Process Mining technology. As one of the world’s fastest-growing enterprise SaaS companies, we are changemakers pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We invest heavily in advanced AI capabilities—specifically our Process Intelligence Graph—to turn data insights into immediate business action. We believe there is a massive opportunity to unlock global productivity and sustainability by placing intelligence at the core of every business process. Join our mission to make processes work for people, companies, and the planet.

The Role:
The Manager of Business Development helps shape the future of our sales organization by
developing and coaching a team of BDRs to achieve and exceed targets. This role requires a
people-focused leader who can inspire and equip their team with the skills to thrive in their
current roles and ultimately transition to Account Executive positions. You will bring proven
expertise in coaching and pipeline-building strategy and a deep understanding of the
enterprise saas space. The BDR Manager will work closely with each BDR to enhance their
prospecting skills by providing targeted coaching on research techniques, messaging
personalization, and effective outreach strategies.

The work you’ll do:
● Identify and recruit top candidates to join the BDR organization
● On-call coaching to better their prospecting, outreach, and discovery efforts
● Partner with Sales Leadership to support successful pipeline generation for sales team
● Work closely with marketing to capitalize on “warm engagement” from demand
generation and field marketing initiatives
● Lead group trainings, enablement, coaching sessions, and team meetings
● Hold team accountable to achieving and exceeding targets

The qualifications you need:
● 4+ years in the BDR / SDR function or relevant work experience
● Quota-carrying SaaS sales experience a plus
● BA/BS degree, similar college-level education, or equivalent work experience
● Demonstration of leadership in a prior role and the ability to inspire
● Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills including high-level communication
with internal and external contacts
● Demonstrate a passion for learning new things and continuous improvement

The base salary range below is for the role in the specified location, based on a Full Time Schedule.

Total compensation package will include base salary + bonus/commission + equity + benefits (health, dental, life, 401k, and paid time off). Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and that the actual total compensation offer will be determined based on various factors, including, but not limited to, applicant's qualifications, skills, experiences, and location.

The base salary range below is for the role in New York, based on a Full Time Schedule.

$162,000—$190,000 USD

What Celonis can offer you:

Pioneer Innovation: Work with the global leader in Process Mining and the Process Intelligence Graph to shape the future of AI-driven business operations.
Ownership from Day 1: Every full-time "Celonaut" is an owner, receiving Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and merit-based refresh grants.
Unrivaled Family Support: Benefit from our inclusive parental leave policy—24 weeks of fully paid leave for primary carers and 12 weeks for supporting carers, available from your first day of employment.
Work-Life Integration: Enjoy Unlimited PTO (in applicable regions) and generous PTO globally, as well as a flexible hybrid work model that balances remote focus with vibrant office collaboration.
Continuous Growth: Elevate your skills through our 70-20-10 learning framework, mentorship programs, and access to a dedicated learning platform.
Holistic Well-being: Prioritize your health with subsidized Wellhub memberships, mental health counseling, and dedicated "Wellness Weeks" that prioritize work/life balance.
Drive Sustainability: Participate in annual Impact Days, where you receive paid time off to volunteer for community and environmental causes with your local office, or virtually.
Global Inclusion & Belonging: Find community through our Inclusion Think Tank and participate in our annual Inclusion Days, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
Value-Driven Impact: Join a mission-led organization where our core values—Live for Customer Value, The Best Team Wins, We Own It, and Earth Is Our Future—drive every decision.

About Us:

Celonis makes processes work — for people, companies, and the planet. Powered by process mining and AI, the Celonis Process Intelligence Platform integrates process data and business context to create a living digital twin of business operations. We enable thousands of companies worldwide to understand how their business actually runs and, together with their partners, build intelligent solutions that transform and continuously improve the way they operate — unlocking billions in value. Celonis is headquartered in Munich, Germany, and New York City, USA, with more than 20 offices worldwide.

Get familiar with the Celonis Process Intelligence Platform by watching this video.

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At Celonis, we believe our people make us who we are and that “The Best Team Wins”. We know that the best teams are made up of people who bring different perspectives to the table. And when everyone feels included, able to speak up and knows their voice is heard - that's when creativity and innovation happen.

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