UKI Senior SDR Performance Manager

<span id="j_id0:j_id1:j_id265:j_id401:j_id402:j_id411:j_id412:1:j_id413:j_id415"><span id="j_id0:j_id1:j_id265:j_id401:j_id402:j_id411:j_id412:1:j_id413:j_id419">Lead and inspire a high-performing SDR organisation across the UK region. In this role, you’ll not only shape strategy and drive pipeline growth—you’ll also manage and develop a team of SDR managers, empowering them to lead their own teams with confidence and excellence. <br>You’ll embed best practices, champion go-to-market strategies, and ensure seamless collaboration between sales and marketing. By fostering a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and shared success, you’ll align your team’s values with those of the wider organisation. <br> <br>This is a pivotal leadership role bridging sales and marketing, enabling consistent growth, and creating opportunities for new business, migration, and cross-sell. If you’re passionate about building leaders, driving results, and making a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.</span></span><br/><span id="j_id0:j_id1:j_id265:j_id401:j_id402:j_id411:j_id412:2:j_id413:j_id415"><span id="j_id0:j_id1:j_id265:j_id401:j_id402:j_id411:j_id412:2:j_id413:j_id419">• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute SDR strategies aligned with company goals and business objectives; communicate business strategy and progress to <br> the team; own and optimise the SDR ramp framework. <br> <br>• Operational Excellence: Implement best practices for pipeline generation, lead qualification, and opportunity handover; ensure SQL, SQO and <br> conversion targets are met; create a managed service mentality. <br> <br>• Talent Development: Recruit, train, and mentor SDRs and SDR Managers; deliver structured coaching and milestone tracking; act as primary development lead for new hires. <br> <br>• Performance Management: Set clear expectations, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvement; refine onboarding and ramp experience. <br> <br>• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Revenue Operations, and Customer Success; collaborate with Enablement and SDR <br> Leadership. <br> <br>• Culture &amp; Well-being: Cultivate a supportive work environment; elevate standards and maintain accountability; align SDR team values with internal customers and wider organisation <br> <br> <br> You – in a nutshell · <br> You are a coach and talent developer <br>· Data- and process-driven decision maker <br>· Collaborative team player and independent contributor <br>· Hands-on problem solver <br>· Committed to continuous learning and improvement <br>· Creative, innovative thinker <br>· Strong relationship builder across the business <br>· Results-focused and accountable <br>· Adaptable and open to change <br> <br>Skills &amp; Knowledge <br>· Proven success managing large SDR teams and managers, ideally across multiple regions. <br>· Strong experience in business development, pipeline generation, and outbound prospecting. <br>· Ability to attract, retain, and motivate top talent. <br>· Excellent communication, forecasting, and performance analysis skills. <br>· Experience with <a href="https://salesforce.com" target="_blank">salesforce.com</a> and cadence management tools. <br>· Understanding of Finance, Payroll, HR, and ERP <br> <br> <br> <br>Benefits? We have plenty... <br> <br>• Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCMtTYUUiuU" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCMtTYUUiuU</a> <br>• Generous bonuses and pension scheme: Up to 8% matched pension contribution plus 2% top-up by Sage. <br>• 25 days of paid annual leave with the option to buy up to another 5 days • 8 bank holiday days <br>• Paid 5 days yearly to volunteer through our Sage Foundation <br>• 50% income protection • Holiday buy + sell <br>• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage • Work away scheme for up to 10 weeks a year <br>• Ongoing training and professional development • Hybrid working <br>• Healthy Mind app membership • Access to various helpful memberships for finances, health and wellbeing <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>Give back and grow <br> <br>Through Sage Foundation, you can donate your skill-based support or manual labour to causes you care about 5 days per year. Another 5 days per year can be spent engaging in learning opportunities that interest you, because we care about your development at Sage. <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>Hear from colleagues at Sage: <br> <br>“I can confidently say Sage is better than the last two sales roles I’ve had. I feel valued, and I have more potential to succeed.” — Sales team member since 2025 <br> <br>“Making 100 calls daily, I’m learning so much about engaging with people. And, for the most part, customers love Sage.” — Sales team member since 2024 <br> <br> <br> <br>At Sage, our sales culture thrives in a collaborative, reward-driven environment focused on customer success and growth. Sales team members - from SDRs to Account Executives-combine innovative solutions with exceptional care to help small and medium-sized businesses thrive. Guided by our values of being human, bold, and trustworthy, we nurture an inclusive workplace and support professional growth alongside a healthy work-life balance. Sage offers flexible working arrangements, shopping and lifestyle savings, an annual share savings scheme, and OnDemand GP services, creating a purpose-driven culture where sales professionals can simplify complexity for our customers and make a meaningful impact. <br> <br> <br>#LI-VK1</span></span>