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 *

Accelerate client marketing success by leading analytics initiatives, collaborating with teams, and delivering actionable insights. Drive performance measurement and data science solutions while mento...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading a team in Decision Sciences, driving analytics and insights for marketing success. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality performance measurement and data-dr...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$264K - $366K *

Drive global product marketing strategy for a leading AI assistant, shaping vision and execution across teams. Lead a multi-layered organization to enhance user engagement and business growth through...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by transforming healthcare data into high-quality research datasets. Collaborate with diverse teams to build scalable data pipelines and optimize databases, advancing innovative neuro...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $305K *

Drive the product strategy and roadmap for a cutting-edge AI platform, leading a team to enhance core capabilities and ensure alignment with client needs, while fostering relationships and delivering...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $180K *

Drive PMO excellence by leading process improvements, analytics, and governance across engineering portfolios. Partner with leadership to enhance visibility, decision-making, and organizational maturi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Contribute to strategic insights and analytics addressing consumer dynamics, driving brand growth through integrated approaches and cross-functional collaboration while enhancing data-driven decision...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial processes and analysis. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you'll collaborate across departments to support executive decision-making and drive operatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Empower clients by managing and optimizing programmatic campaigns across platforms. Leverage your expertise to analyze performance data, drive strategic decisions, and collaborate with cross-functiona...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Elevate brand and performance media strategies to drive growth across multiple markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize campaigns, enhance measurement frameworks, and lead agency p...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to drive growth in the logistics sector, leveraging insights to connect customer needs with innovative technology. This role offers strategic autonomy and the chance to solve complex p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower a data science team, enhancing methodologies for demographic representation and statistical innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive impactful data solutions while ensur...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$141K - $177K *

Lead the charge in modernizing enterprise data platforms while managing a skilled team. Drive operational excellence and strategic initiatives across data engineering and analytics to support business...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $280K *

Shape the future of knowledge management! Leverage your SaaS product management expertise to innovate AI-driven solutions while collaborating with diverse teams. Drive roadmaps, understand customer ne...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$186K - $233K *

Elevate field analytics by driving strategic insights and performance measurement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize territory design and resource allocation, ensuring effective enga...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $194K *

Accelerate client acquisition and revenue growth by leveraging strategic insights and consultative sales skills. Collaborate cross-functionally to establish trusted relationships and drive solutions t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of digital assets by developing strategies for cryptocurrencies and tokenized securities, collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance identification solutions...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of analytics by leading a high-performing team to deliver strategic insights and decision support, driving operational effectiveness and competitive advantage across the organization...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of data architecture and analytics solutions, leading a team to enhance self-service BI and data management capabilities while optimizing processes and fostering a culture of techn...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$350K - $375K *

Unlock growth by driving commerce media sales to agencies and CPG brands. Own the full sales cycle, leverage existing relationships, and collaborate cross-functionally to exceed revenue targets and sh...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by partnering with the Walmart Category Advisor Team to deliver strategic analytics and shopper insights, driving growth in the dynamic Food and Beverage sector through data-driven de...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $117K *

Unlock potential by delivering financial insights and analysis to support Operations Finance across multiple manufacturing facilities, ensuring compliance and accuracy in accounting practices while ma...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $117K *

Engage in financial analysis and reporting to support Operations Finance across multiple manufacturing facilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive insights, manage month-end close, and assist i...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $117K *

Empower your career by providing financial analysis and support to Operations Finance. Collaborate with stakeholders across multiple manufacturing facilities to drive performance insights and ensure c...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $117K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to deliver financial insights and support operations. Utilize analytical skills to enhance performance and compliance across multiple manufacturing facilities, ensur...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.