Hire Business Development Representatives (BDRs) in Vietnam | Save Up to 70% on Staffing Costs

Business Development Representatives (BDRs) are essential for fueling a company’s sales pipeline by generating leads, qualifying prospects, and scheduling meetings for the sales team. They conduct outbound outreach, nurture leads, and ensure sales reps focus on closing deals. However, hiring skilled BDRs locally can be expensive, particularly for companies aiming to scale their sales efforts quickly.

Vietnam offers a highly skilled, cost-effective workforce of BDRs experienced in outbound prospecting, lead qualification, and CRM-driven outreach. THIENTU BPO helps businesses build dedicated offshore BDR teams in Vietnam - fully integrated, scalable, and supported to accelerate sales growth.

What Is a Business Development Representative (BDR)?

A BDR focuses on identifying and qualifying potential customers through outbound calls, emails, LinkedIn, and other channels. They research target markets, engage prospects, and schedule discovery meetings for account executives or sales managers. BDRs are critical for driving top-of-funnel sales activity, helping companies expand into new markets and hit revenue targets.

Why Hire BDRs in Vietnam?

Vietnam is a top destination for outsourcing across many industries—from tech and design to customer service and operations. Here's why global companies trust Vietnam for offshore hiring:

• Educated and Skilled Talent
  Vietnam has a large talent pool of university graduates with strong technical, analytical, and communication skills.

• Strong English and Work Culture Fit
  Many professionals speak English well and understand global work expectations, making teamwork smooth and efficient.

• Lower Operational Costs
  Vietnam salaries are 30–70% below US, Singapore, Euro market. Hire the top 1% while keeping your hiring budget in check. It’s a win-win situation.

• Good Time Zone Coverage
  Vietnam’s working hours overlap with major regions like APAC, Europe, and the U.S., supporting real-time collaboration.

BDR Roles You Can Offshore

• Outbound Business Development Representatives

• Lead Qualification Specialists

• Appointment Setters for Sales Teams

• Market Research and Prospecting Specialists

• SDR (Sales Development Representative) Support Roles

• Multi-channel Outreach Coordinators (Email, LinkedIn, Phone)

Core Responsibilities Handled by Offshore BDRs

• Identifying and researching potential prospects through online tools and databases

• Conducting outbound calls, emails, and LinkedIn outreach to engage leads

• Qualifying prospects based on set criteria (budget, decision-makers, timeline)

• Scheduling meetings and demos for account executives or sales teams

• Updating CRM systems with accurate lead and activity data

• Following up with nurtured leads to maintain engagement

• Collaborating with sales and marketing teams to refine prospecting strategies

• Reporting on outreach performance and conversion rates

Top Skills to Look for in an Offshore BDR

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

• Experience with CRM tools (Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho)

• Proficiency in outreach platforms (Outreach.io, Apollo, LinkedIn Sales Navigator)

• Research and lead generation expertise

• Ability to handle high-volume outreach and meet KPIs

• Resilience and persistence in cold prospecting

• Basic understanding of sales funnels and B2B sales cycles

• Organizational skills for tracking leads and scheduling calls

Salary Comparison Table: Vietnam vs USA vs Singapore

How THIENTU’s Proven Hiring Process Works

1. Define Your Needs
   Specify the role, skill set, industry focus, language or technical requirements, and timeline.

2. Review Qualified Candidates
   Receive a curated shortlist of pre-vetted candidates in 5–7 business days.

3. Interview & Select
   Evaluate candidates via interviews or test projects with our support.

4. Launch with Support
   We manage onboarding, IT, HR, compliance, and performance tracking for a seamless start.

Sample Job Description – Offshore Business Development Representative

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct outbound prospecting via phone, email, and LinkedIn to identify new business opportunities

• Research and qualify leads based on company targets and sales criteria

• Schedule discovery calls and demos for sales executives

• Maintain accurate records in CRM systems and track activity metrics

• Follow up on inbound leads and nurture them through the sales funnel

• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to refine outreach strategies

• Report weekly on lead generation KPIs and pipeline growth

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• 1–3 years’ experience in outbound sales, lead generation, or business development

• Proficiency with CRM systems (Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho) and prospecting tools

• Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)

• Ability to meet KPIs and handle high-volume outreach

• Strong research skills and persistence in cold outreach

• Self-motivated with strong organizational abilities

• Familiarity with LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo, or similar tools is a plus

FAQs

How do you vet BDR candidates?
We assess English fluency, outbound prospecting experience, CRM proficiency, and ability to meet KPIs through interviews and practical tests.

Can offshore BDRs work for US or EU markets?
Yes. Our teams are fluent in English, understand Western sales practices, and work overlapping hours for real-time collaboration.

What tools do they use?
CRM systems (Salesforce, HubSpot), prospecting tools (LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Apollo), and outreach platforms like Outreach.io.

How quickly can I hire a BDR?
Within 10–14 days, with a shortlist of pre-vetted candidates delivered in 5–7 business days.

How do you ensure performance and accountability?
We set clear KPIs, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide secure infrastructure and reporting dashboards for transparency.

Hire a Business Development Representative in Vietnam Today

THIENTU BPO helps you hire skilled, cost-effective BDRs in Vietnam—ready to fill your sales pipeline and accelerate growth. Contact us at info@thientu.vn to start building your offshore BDR team today.