Senior Business Development Manager B2B Software (Government, L&D)

PEC, Inc

Senior Business Development Manager B2B Software (Government, L&D)

San Diego, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Vision insurance

    About the Role Our company empowers organizations with an innovative, end-to-end virtual school platform that combines robust virtual learning with live, synchronous collaboration. We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Senior Business Development Manager (BDM) to drive our growth and expand our reach. The ideal candidate will have a strong record of success in B2B software sales, particularly within the government technology and learning & development (L&D) markets. Experience with virtual learning environments, learning management systems (LMS) or dual-use technologies is a significant plus.

    You’ll thrive in this role if you’re outgoing, a natural connector, active on social media and excel at building strong relationships both online and in person—especially at industry conferences and events.

    You'll be responsible for generating new leads, building relationships and expanding our market presence within our and your established networks and beyond.

    Key Responsibilities

    Lead Generation & Outreach

    Drive top-of-funnel pipeline growth through strategic prospecting, outbound campaigns and targeted outreach

    Conduct targeted research to identify qualified prospects in the government sector, as well as learning & development departments within SMB and enterprise organizations

    Proactively participate in campaigns, cold outreach and social selling to generate leads and build a robust sales pipeline

    Leverage your existing network of industry contacts to initiate conversations and unlock opportunities

    Relationship Building & Networking

    Build trusted relationships with key decision-makers within the government sector as well as SMB/enterprise organizations

    Represent the company at conferences, expos, trade shows and industry networking events to generate leads and build visibility

    Utilize social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, X) to engage, inform and convert prospects

    Act as a brand ambassador, conveying the value of our solutions with professionalism and confidence

    Sales Strategy & Collaboration

    Work closely with Marketing and Executives to develop tailored pitches, align outreach efforts and refine sales tactics

    Maintain and manage detailed records in CRM platforms and regularly report on lead generation metrics and pipeline progress

    Provide actionable feedback from the field to enhance product-market fit and go-to-market strategy

    Stay informed on industry trends and monitor competitor offerings to refine outreach and sharpen competitive positioning

    Qualifications

    5+ years of experience in business development, sales or partnerships, ideally in B2B software or SaaS environments

    Proven success selling into government and/or learning and development space

    Demonstrated expertise with LMS platforms or digital learning solutions

    Comfortable promoting AI-integrated technology and solutions

    Skilled in lead generation and outbound prospecting, with a record of meeting or exceeding targets

    Strong, active presence on LinkedIn and other professional social platforms; able to use social media as a business development tool

    Outgoing, confident and personable communicator, skilled at making introductions, nurturing relationships and delivering compelling pitches

    Experience representing a brand at industry conferences or trade events

    Existing network of contacts in government, selling into DoD and navigating military procurement and/or L&D space is a plus

    Self-motivated and capable of working in a goal-oriented environment

    Preferred

    Experience with CRM systems (e.g., HubSpot) and sales automation tools

    Prior experience working in a startup or high-growth environment

    Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or a related field

    Compensation

    $100,000 – $180,000 OTE (Base + Commission) This role includes a competitive base salary, paired with a commission structure designed to reward high performance. Compensation will vary based on experience and demonstrated ability to drive revenue.

    Why Join Us?

    Competitive base salary + commission

    Remote work structure

    Health, dental, vision insurance and 401(k)

    Travel opportunities for key industry events

    Work at the cross-section of technology, learning and government

    If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for building relationships and a deep understanding of the government, learning and SMB/enterprise markets, we encourage you to apply.

    This is a remote position.