Sales Development Manager Jobs in Ohio

Sales Development Manager jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in B2B technology, financial services, healthcare IT, and industrial distribution sectors and openings at every level from associate SDM through senior director. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the primary hiring centers, home to employers such as Nationwide, Sherwin-Williams, and NCR Voyix that maintain large inside sales and revenue development teams. Pipeline generation, sales enablement, and SaaS prospecting are the most sought-after specializations among Ohio hiring managers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles66
Top employerDenver Mattress
Top cityCincinnati, OH
Cities hiring29
Work type45% Remote
Top industryConsulting

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Sales Development Representative — Inbound & Closing Track
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Sales Development Representative — Inbound & Closing Track
OpsArmy
Dayton, Ohio
Account Management
Customer Service
Sales
Remote (US)

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Sales & Business Development Specialist (REMOTE)
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Sales & Business Development Specialist (REMOTE)
Roadpass Digital
Cincinnati, Ohio
Customer Support
Sales
Technical Product & Program Management
Remote (US)
51-200

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Sales Development Representative
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Sales Development Representative
Roundstone
Cleveland, Ohio
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
$70k - $120k/yr
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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Sales Development Representative
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Sales Development Representative
Camping World
Piqua, Ohio
Customer Success
Inside Sales
Sales
$35k - $55k/yr
10,000+

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Sales Development Manager - Dublin, OH
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Sales Development Manager - Dublin, OH
J.B. Hunt
Dublin, Ohio
Business Development
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Sales
$71k - $88k/yr
Bachelor's degree in communications
10,000+

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Sales Development Manager Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
5 jobs
Cleveland
5 jobs
Dayton
4 jobs
Toledo
4 jobs
Piqua
3 jobs
Dublin
3 jobs
Mansfield
2 jobs
Worthington
2 jobs

Sales Development Manager Job Market in Ohio

A snapshot from current Ohio openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Denver Mattress3 open roles
Axle2 open roles
Rumpke2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in sales development manager jobs across Ohio.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field is widely required
  • One to three years of outbound prospecting or inside sales experience preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to build and qualify a sales pipeline using CRM platforms
  • Proficiency with tools such as Salesforce, HubSpot, Outreach, or SalesLoft
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cold outreach and discovery calls
  • Ability to meet or exceed monthly quotas for qualified meetings or opportunities set

Sales Development Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a sales development manager in Ohio?

Most sales development managers in Ohio start in an individual-contributor SDR or BDR role and move into management after consistently hitting pipeline targets. Ohio does not require a state-issued license for this role. Employers typically look for a bachelor's degree, experience with CRM platforms, and a record of leading or mentoring junior reps. Completing a recognized sales certification such as Sandler or SPIN Selling can strengthen a candidacy.

How much do sales development managers make in Ohio?

Sales development managers in Ohio earn a median of about $135,510 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,190 for the lowest 10% to over $251,110 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire sales development managers in Ohio?

Employers hiring sales development managers in Ohio right now include Denver Mattress, Axle, and Rumpke, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's concentration of insurance carriers, financial institutions, and SaaS companies headquartered in Columbus and Cincinnati means demand for SDM leadership remains steady throughout the year.

Which Ohio cities have the most sales development manager jobs?

Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland are the Ohio cities with the most sales development manager openings. Columbus leads because of its dense concentration of insurance, fintech, and technology employers, while Cleveland's industrial and healthcare sectors drive demand there, and Cincinnati's consumer goods and professional services firms account for a consistent share of postings.

Are there remote sales development manager jobs in Ohio?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 65% of sales development manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based, phone-and-email nature of the role. Strategic oversight, coaching calls, and pipeline reviews are the functions most commonly handled fully remotely, while new-hire onboarding and team kick-offs more often require in-person attendance.

How can I get hired as a sales development manager in Ohio with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing an SDR or BDR role first, then building toward management. Large Ohio employers such as Nationwide and NCR Voyix run structured sales development programs that bring in candidates with no prior quota-carrying experience. Completing a Salesforce administrator credential or a recognized sales methodology certification helps. Adjacent roles like account coordinator, marketing operations specialist, or customer success associate are common lateral moves that lead into SDM tracks at Ohio technology and financial services companies.

Where can I find and apply to sales development manager jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to sales development manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.

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