Analytics Director Jobs

Discover Analytics Director jobs that match your leadership experience and career goals. Analytics Directors turn complex data into practical business decisions, guiding analytics strategy, developing high-performing teams, and helping organizations measure what matters. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does an Analytics Director Do?

Analytics Directors set the direction for how an organization collects, analyzes, and uses data. They partner with executives and department leaders to identify business questions, prioritize analytical work, and translate findings into recommendations. Depending on the organization, the role may oversee business intelligence, data analytics, marketing analytics, product analytics, or reporting functions.

Common Responsibilities

  • Define analytics strategy, priorities, and performance measures.
  • Lead, mentor, and grow teams of analysts, data scientists, and business intelligence professionals.
  • Present clear, actionable insights to senior leaders and cross-functional partners.
  • Improve data quality, reporting processes, and analytical tools.
  • Collaborate with teams across finance, product, marketing, operations, and technology.
  • Ensure analytics work supports business objectives and responsible data practices.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a combination of analytical expertise, business judgment, and people leadership. Relevant qualifications may include experience with data analysis and visualization, statistical methods, business intelligence platforms, and data management. Strong communication, stakeholder management, strategic planning, and the ability to explain complex findings to nontechnical audiences are also valuable. Requirements vary by company, industry, and team scope.

Explore Analytics Director Opportunities

Find Analytics Director openings across industries and compare roles by responsibilities, location, and compensation. Browse vetted $100K+ professional jobs on Ladders to identify opportunities where you can shape data strategy and make a measurable impact.

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$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic media planning and buying efforts across diverse channels. Drive measurable results through data-driven decision-making while mentoring a talented team to optimiz...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead product marketing strategy for agency solutions, driving growth and innovation. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance positioning and execution, while mentoring talent...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Analyze and implement data-driven strategies to enhance business growth and customer understanding by leading a team focused on advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and data infrastructure across...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic initiatives, financial management, and performance optimization across North America Supply Chain. Collaborate with leaders to deliver insights and initiatives tha...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Optimize strategic initiatives and analytics to enhance operational performance. Collaborate across teams to drive financial management, data insights, and process transformation within a multi-brand...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$185K - $344K *

Join a dynamic team driving strategic planning and performance management across analytics capabilities. Lead portfolio governance and execution initiatives to align resources and priorities, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $220K *

Grow your career with a principal-level data scientist role, owning the end-to-end data function. Drive measurement strategies, experimentation, and analytics to enhance product impact and customer su...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive success by leading and optimizing a high-performing Mid-Market AE team. Own revenue outcomes and enhance sales strategies in a dynamic environment, focusing on growth and efficiency across the M...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $195K *

Lead the charge in full-cycle recruitment, managing diverse searches across multiple functions and levels. Collaborate with senior leaders to align hiring strategies with business needs, ensuring qual...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $86K *

Unlock your potential by providing analytical support to Finance leaders, generating reports, and driving insights. Collaborate on budgeting and forecasting while managing special projects that enhanc...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $160K *

Unlock potential by overseeing performance and strategy for multiple client accounts, customizing processes to meet unique needs, and leading teams to drive results through expert communication and in...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $160K *

Oversee and optimize performance media campaigns, ensuring client satisfaction and effective execution. Lead teams, manage vendor relationships, and innovate solutions tailored to client needs while d...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K *

Oversee a dynamic team to execute media strategies, optimize campaigns, and ensure resource alignment with business goals, driving performance and compliance across various advertising channels...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $160K *

Drive impactful client relationships and campaign performance as a Director, overseeing execution and optimization across multiple platforms. Lead teams, innovate solutions, and ensure client satisfac...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing client campaigns and driving performance. As a leader, you'll manage relationships, oversee execution, and innovate solutions while mentoring your team to ac...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$194K - $282K *

Join our team to define and optimize monetization strategies for Adobe's Creativity and Productivity segment, driving growth through innovative pricing, market analysis, and cross-functional collabora...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $186K *

Lead the charge in strategic insights and analytics to drive data-driven decisions across therapeutic areas, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance brand strategies throughout the product lifecycl...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $96K *

Lead the development of innovative AI solutions by managing the end-to-end machine learning lifecycle, integrating models into applications, and optimizing performance to enhance customer satisfaction...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $338K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading advanced analytics initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic recommendations and enhance business performance across Br...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $125K *

Elevate your career by leading digital activation strategies for a high-profile financial account. Drive performance, mentor a talented team, and innovate within the programmatic landscape while ensur...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $125K *

Drive impactful digital activation strategies, leading a team to optimize performance and client engagement across multiple media channels while ensuring effective execution and collaboration...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $125K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic digital media outcomes while managing a high-performing team. Balance accountability with hands-on media planning and execution, ensuring projects meet quality sta...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $125K *

Transform your career by leading digital activation strategies, managing client relationships, and optimizing video campaigns. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance performance and drive innovati...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $175K *

Transform data operations by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing business intelligence tools, and fostering cross-functional partnerships. Drive project management and team development while ensu...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $150K *

Oversee the end-to-end data enablement process, ensuring accurate taxonomy governance and data quality while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance campaign reporting and operational eff...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Analytics Director do?question toggle

    An Analytics Director leads an organization’s analytics strategy and team. The role typically involves prioritizing business questions, overseeing analysis and reporting, and translating data into recommendations for decision-makers.

  • What qualifications are common for Analytics Director jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for substantial experience in analytics, business intelligence, or a related field, along with leadership and stakeholder-management skills. Specific education, technical tools, and years of experience vary by employer.

  • What skills are important for an Analytics Director?question toggle

    Strategic thinking, team leadership, data analysis, communication, and the ability to connect insights to business outcomes are central. Familiarity with analytics and visualization tools may also be important, depending on the role.

  • How much do Analytics Directors earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as industry, location, company size, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for current compensation details.

  • Where can I find Analytics Director jobs?question toggle

    You can browse Analytics Director openings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities and review role details, including location and compensation when provided.