Business Development Manager (French Speaking)

About the role

Salesforce is looking for a Business Development Manager to lead its French‑speaking market from Dublin. The role will build and scale a high‑velocity team of Business Development Representatives, turning prospecting into a robust sales pipeline and preparing future Account Executives.

Key responsibilities

• Recruit, onboard and mentor a diverse team of BDRs focused on the French territory.
• Design and execute sales strategies to penetrate the French market and generate high‑value pipeline.
• Set monthly targets, create incentive programmes and foster a culture of continuous learning.
• Collaborate with Sales Leadership, Marketing and Operations to optimise campaign follow‑ups and processes.
• Track, analyse and report on lead quality, quantity and revenue impact to senior stakeholders.

Required profile

• Full fluency in French and English.
• Consistent record of exceeding quotas in software sales, preferably CRM or enterprise applications.
• Demonstrated experience coaching or managing a sales team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, multicultural, high‑growth environment.

Required skills

• Expertise in CRM solutions and SaaS sales processes.
• Data‑driven approach to pipeline management and performance tracking.

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape sales excellence for a global AI‑driven CRM leader.
• Career progression pathways into senior Account Executive roles.
• Inclusive culture that values diversity, equity and continuous learning.