realname

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Seeking first SDR role — what’s a decent salary package?

hey savages

I'm seeking to enter the B2B SaaS world as a noob in either an SDR or BDR role

what's the bare minimum salary I should accept, and what are some red flags I should look out for as fresh meat?

I have no problem starting at the bottom and paying my dues, but I don't want to end up in a role that will only make it harder to move forward in sales (toxic workplace, unrealistic expectations, shitty product)

I'm thinking $40k base and $60k OTE as my minimum. is that reasonable or should I go lower?

What’s a good starting package for noob SDR

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$40k base $60k OTE $30k base $50k OTE you gotta pump those numbers up fuck you, noob

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SaaSam

Politicker

Account Executive

Maybe 5 years ago 40k would have been an acceptable minimum base but today SDRs shouldn't be making less than 50k as a bare minimum base.

That being said, the true answer really depends on what you think your time and sanity are worth. If you think you're only worth 40k then that's your answer. I'm just saying, why settle?

CuriousFox

WR Officer

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I'm sure it also depends on where you reside too.

SaaSam

Politicker

Account Executive

What you can afford to settle for definitely has something to do with where you live. But, if I get offered less for the same position than someone who lives in California just because their cost of living is higher, I'm going to be pissed.

Pay should be commensurate with skill and job responsibilities.

CuriousFox

WR Officer

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Agreed.

realname

Valued Contributor

Grocery Clerk

That’s super helpful advice.

I’m nervous that I might not get many bites as a beginner at base $50k, but at the same time, I’m not in a huge hurry, because my current job isn’t toxic and my finances aren’t in jeopardy , so it might be a better idea to have some patience and aim a little higher

SaaSam

Politicker

Account Executive

That's exactly what you should do. If you're in a situation where you can afford to be patient, then you should most definitely hold out for a better base.

It makes all of the difference in the world when you don't need the job change. You're more laid back and confident in interviews, you can afford to turn down stupid offers, and you can dive deeper into a company before making a decision.

Take your time man. Find a company you like with a product you can get behind and a salary that makes you comfortable.

realname

Valued Contributor

Grocery Clerk

Thanks so much for your advice!

I definitely don’t want to end up in some shitty company slinging some bullshit product. I want to sell something cool for a company that’s decently run

So, yeah, I’m gonna raise my standards and buckle in for a little bit of a longer job search so I can find an awesome opportunity

Your reply was seriously super helpful so thanks for dropping in!

TennisandSales

Politicker

Head Of Sales

you will ALWAYS get the best offer, when you are wiling to walk away if its not right.

If you have a place where you not getting fired tomorrow, you go in at $50K and if they dont match it, walk away.

Kosta_Konfucius

Politicker

Sales Rep

Does that depend where?

SaaSam

Politicker

Account Executive

This is for US-based employees, I couldn't speak for other countries.

ADudeBeingAGuy

Politicker

Account Executive

Use repvue.com - would highly recommend. Would also suggest using the search bar here - lots of posts with some info that you will find helpful.

jefe

Arsonist

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I meant to hit 3 not 4, sorry!

realname

Valued Contributor

Grocery Clerk

¿Por que no los dos?

jefe

Arsonist

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Never been an SDR so don't have much insight, but seemed low to me.

realname

Valued Contributor

Grocery Clerk

Lol what I meant was there’s nothing wrong with saying both “pump those numbers up” and “fuck you noob”

We are savages, after all

jefe

Arsonist

🍁

I wondered, but the obvious answer was one vote to cast.

Fuck you, noob! Pump those numbers up

realname

Valued Contributor

Grocery Clerk

This is what I signed up for

Pachacuti

Politicker

They call me Daddy, Sales Daddy

There's a lot of "location dependent" variables here, but I go with the $40k. OTE is never reality.

realname

Valued Contributor

Grocery Clerk

Yeah based on what I’m seeing here, I’m not going to count on OTE

I also get the vibe that too much lower than $40k is a good sign that the place isn’t great to work for

Sunbunny31

Politicker

Sr Sales Executive 🐰

$40K seems low for a base, but I live in a very expensive market, so that is a factor. Good luck, based on the comments I've read, you're going about this the right way.

Qman

Opinionated

Business Development Rep

Good luck my brotha

realname

Valued Contributor

Grocery Clerk

Thanks homie

saasbaby

Politicker

SDR

50k & up for base

Justatitle

Big Shot

Account Executive

Todays SDRs are averaging 50-60k base with an OTE of 80-100. My brother just started fresh out of college as an SDR and has a 50k base with 79k OTE and stock

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