Director, Market Research Jobs

Discover Director, Market Research opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted roles paying $100,000 or more. These senior positions help organizations understand customers, competitors, and emerging market conditions—and turn research into decisions that shape products, marketing, and business strategy.

What Does a Director of Market Research Do?

Directors of market research lead teams and programs that gather, analyze, and communicate insights. Responsibilities may include setting research priorities, overseeing quantitative and qualitative studies, evaluating market trends, and presenting recommendations to executive stakeholders. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on customer insights, brand research, competitive intelligence, product development, or market sizing.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experienced research leaders with strong analytical judgment, communication skills, and a record of translating complex findings into practical recommendations. Relevant strengths can include survey design, research methodology, consumer behavior, data interpretation, executive presentations, team leadership, and familiarity with analytics or research platforms. Requirements vary by role and industry.

Career Opportunities and Industries

Director-level market research roles are available across sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, media, and consulting. Search for opportunities that align with your expertise, preferred industry, and leadership goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles suited to their next career move.

Find Your Next Market Research Leadership Role

Explore current Director, Market Research openings and compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details. Use your research leadership experience to help an organization make better-informed decisions and identify its next opportunity for growth.

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$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving business growth through lead generation, relationship building, and strategic engagement. Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities and close deals, ensuring a...

Raleigh, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving growth by identifying and developing new business opportunities. You'll engage prospects, nurture relationships, and support the sales team in achieving corporate objectives...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping brand strategy and creativity to drive business growth. You'll develop integrated campaigns, translate consumer insights into impactful marketing, and collaborate across tea...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$155K - $205K *

Champion process excellence by optimizing workflows and driving cross-functional improvements. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate service quality throu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to establishing a robust Quality Management System, ensuring compliance and excellence in global clinical development and commercialization. Lead quality initiatives and f...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $232K *

Shape the future of operations by leading enterprise-wide transformation and optimizing manufacturing networks. Drive cross-functional initiatives, establish governance, and ensure effective change ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$221K - $387K *

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Santa Clara, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing a diverse credit portfolio, conducting in-depth financial analysis, and presenting strategic recommendations to senior management while fostering relationships with financ...

Baltimore, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving success in the retail sector by leveraging deep industry knowledge and consultative selling skills to foster strong customer relationships, achieve sales targets, and enhanc...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Unlock growth through consultative sales in clinical research. Collaborate with biotech leaders to enhance global health by managing strategic accounts and delivering innovative solutions that advance...

California, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful change by optimizing product operations through collaborative process design, ensuring alignment and efficiency while fostering innovation and simplification across complex product tea...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $160K *

Transform patient recruitment by leading global strategies and managing teams. Drive engagement through innovative solutions, ensuring effective implementation and oversight of recruitment processes f...

North Carolina, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $90K *

Transform your marketing career by driving product strategies and campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling messaging and targeted programs that enhance customer engageme...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team to drive product marketing and ABM strategies, enhancing customer engagement and market presence through compelling messaging and targeted campaigns that foster growth and awarenes...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$200K - $240K *

Innovate with us to lead a dynamic marketing organization, driving brand preference and demand generation. Collaborate across teams to align strategies with commercial goals, ensuring impactful campai...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$145K - $288K *

Shape the future of finance by leading transformation initiatives, modernizing technology stacks, and integrating AI to enhance operational efficiency across multiple finance domains with measurable b...

Durham, NCRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $162K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide Cost of Care solutions. Drive scalability, optimize deployment, and enhance operational effectiveness across diverse markets, collaborating with stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive growth in the Financial Services Industry by leveraging data insights and building trusted client relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet e...

Boston, MARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$230K - $280K *

Lead a high-performing team to enhance Solutions Consulting, drive cross-functional collaboration and ensure the success of strategic accounts through innovative, accountable deal execution and contin...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $115K *

Drive impactful category management insights for key retail accounts, analyzing data to enhance assortment, pricing, and promotions. Collaborate with sales teams to develop actionable strategies that...

Bethlehem, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$228K - $309K *

Drive strategic pharmacy partnerships and enhance patient access to Amgen medicines. Lead a high-performing team, develop customer strategies, and engage with senior leaders to optimize the pharmacy e...

Thousand Oaks, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $183K *

Unlock your potential as you drive demand generation and marketing strategies in the West Region. Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to enhance customer engagement and accelerate pipeline grow...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $140K *

Engage with Private Equity firms to develop strategic partnerships, promoting supply chain services and driving revenue growth through effective channel management and collaboration with stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$124K - $223K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $205K *

Transform client relationships and drive growth by leading strategic initiatives in scientific visualization, medical education, and digital engagement. Manage multidisciplinary teams and oversee acco...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Market Research do?question toggle

    A Director of Market Research leads research strategy and teams, oversees studies of customers and markets, and translates findings into recommendations for business leaders. The scope varies by organization and may include consumer insights, competitive intelligence, brand research, or product research.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Market Research jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for substantial market research experience, leadership ability, analytical and communication skills, and expertise in relevant research methods. Specific education, industry background, and technical requirements vary by position.

  • What industries hire Directors of Market Research?question toggle

    Directors of Market Research work in many industries, including technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, media, and consulting.

  • How much do Director, Market Research jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, company size, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Director, Market Research jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Director, Market Research listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.