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Sales Development Manager – AI SaaS

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-08-28 → 2026-10-22
Based in Australia

Core

Lead and grow an Australia-based SDR sales team for Podium's AI SaaS platform, managing full-funnel sales motion from outbound strategy to closed-won revenue.

Role type

Senior Sales Development Manager (Team Lead)

Builds

AI-powered sales agents for local businesses in Auto, Home Services, and Aesthetics

Domain

B2B SaaS / AI / Local Services

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Team management, outbound cold-calling strategy, sales coaching, KPI tracking, vertical sales experience, data analysis, cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

Experience with SMB-focused or verticalized sales teams

Technologies

CRM systems, sales reporting tools

Responsibilities

Manage and coach a team of SDRs on outbound cold-calling execution, Run structured coaching cadences including call listening and role-plays, Own the day-to-day management of a largely junior sales team, Drive outbound strategy and execute vertical-specific acquisition plans, Forecast and report performance metrics to leadership, Partner with Marketing, CX and Partnerships to optimize go-to-market motion