Business Development Representative

Leap; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 87,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Health & Wellness Coverage

401(k) company match

Flexible Time Off policy

Employee Assistance Program

Exclusive Discounts

Wellness App access

Team-Building Activities

Job summary

Leap is hiring a Business Development Representative for the Columbia, MD area. This role involves identifying and qualifying leads, scheduling demos, and attending trade shows. Ideal candidates have 1-2+ years of experience in B2B SaaS or the home service industry and possess strong communication skills.

Leap offers a competitive compensation package, including health benefits, 401(k) matching, and flexible time off. Join a supportive team focused on innovation and success!

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of SDR/BDR or field sales experience in B2B SaaS or home service industry.
• Experience in event-based sales environments.
• Proactive, self-starter mindset with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Qualify inbound and outbound leads through calls and emails.
• Attend trade shows and industry events to generate leads.
• Partner with Account Executives for smooth opportunity handoff.

Skills

Sales Development Representative experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Sales tools familiarity

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Tools

HubSpot

Gong

Job description

Total Compensation: $55,000 base / $87,600+ OTE (uncapped commissions)

Hiring Locations: Must be based in Baltimore, MD or Columbia, MD Markets

About Us

At Leap, we’re on a mission to transform the home improvement industry - and we want you to be part of that journey. We’re proud to be recognized on the Inc. 5000 and Inc. Regionals lists for 5+ consecutive years, reflecting sustained growth driven by innovation, strong execution, and an incredible team. We build technology that helps contractors work smarter, scale faster, and deliver better experiences to their customers.

When you join Leap, you’ll work alongside curious minds, bold innovators, and thoughtful risk-takers who care deeply about doing great work - and doing it together. Our culture is transparent, supportive, and grounded in approachable leadership. We actively listen to our employees through semi-annual engagement surveys, maintain a strong eNPS score, and consistently act on feedback to improve what’s working and where we can do better. We believe great work happens when people are supported outside of work, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits and wellness resources for you and your family.

Take the Leap today and help shape what’s next.

Position Overview

The Business Development Representative (BDR) identifies and qualifies leads, schedules product demos, and books meetings for our Account Executives through proactive outbound and inbound efforts. Using a modern sales tech stack, BDRs are accountable for consistent activity and opportunity generation. In addition to remote outreach, BDRs attend regional trade shows and industry events to generate leads and build brand awareness in person.

Success in this role requires a competitive drive, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Qualify inbound and outbound leads through calls, emails, and social selling tactics.
• Attend trade shows, conferences, and industry events in your region to generate leads and represent Leap in person
• Coordinate logistics for local event presence including booth setup, teardown, and on-site engagement.
• Partner with Account Executives to ensure smooth handoff of qualified opportunities.
• Develop a deep understanding of Leap’s product, customer base, and competitive landscape.
• Build rapport with contractors and decision-makers across the home improvement industry.
• Consistently meet or exceed quarterly KPIs related to outreach and opportunity creation

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of SDR/BDR or field sales experience, ideally in B2B SaaS or home service industry.
• Experience attending trade shows or working in event-based sales environments.
• A proactive, self-starter mindset with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence handling objections, asking thoughtful questions, and adapting on the fly.
• Familiarity with sales tools like HubSpot, Gong, or similar platforms.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally for regional events as needed.
• Ability to perform light physical tasks like booth setup (lifting boxes, equipment, signage).
• Experience in the home improvement, construction, or roofing industry is a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

We believe in supporting our employees holistically - your health, financial well‑being, time to recharge, and overall happiness matter to us. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Affordable Health & Wellness Coverage – comprehensive and competitive benefits package, starting the first of the month following your hire date.
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) company match to help you build financial security.
• Time to Recharge – We believe time to rest and recharge matters. Leap offers a Flexible Time Off policy, 10 paid sick days, and 8 paid company holidays.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – resources to support your mental health, financial well‑being, and everyday challenges.
• Exclusive Discounts with LifeMart (via ADP) – save on groceries, restaurants, entertainment, pet insurance, cell phones, child care, and more!
• MoveSpring Wellness App – stay active and engaged with company step challenges, workout content, meditation tools, and wellness blogs for a healthier you!
• Culture & Team-Building Activities – we love to connect, celebrate, and grow together through team events, fun challenges, and company traditions like our Annual Summit!

Join us and experience a company that truly invests in YOU!

Leap is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.