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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$170K - $195K *

Engage in strategic account acquisition for our Legal Technologies sector, focusing on sourcing, qualifying, and closing new enterprise accounts. Drive revenue growth through complex sales cycles whil...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your recruiting career by leading high-impact searches for Director-level and above roles. Collaborate with senior leaders to shape talent strategies, drive full-cycle recruiting, and build ex...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower business growth by architecting financial planning and analytics as you lead the charge in building a high-performing FP&A function. Collaborate across departments to drive strategy and capita...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$226K - $292K *

Lead strategic trade initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize distribution networks and channel strategies, ensuring alignment with market dynamics and compliance while dri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by supporting project teams in financial management and general ledger functions, ensuring accurate reporting and analysis for clinical trials while collaborating with finance lead...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$192K - $260K *

Partner with us to transform R&D capabilities through innovative learning experiences, aligning workforce development with strategic priorities and enhancing employee performance across diverse functi...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Champion integrated demand generation to create a predictable pipeline from key accounts. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to architect campaigns, optimize media strategies, and measure perf...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in global quality strategy for high-speed interconnect solutions, driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to ensure top-tier product quality...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $250K *

Shape the future of compliance at our dynamic organization while driving risk oversight, managing external relationships, and guiding teams to meet complex regulatory requirements across insurance ope...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive compliance excellence by leading insurance operations, optimizing processes, and mitigating risks across a commercial loan servicing portfolio while ensuring adherence to regulatory and investor...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $175K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing competitive compensation programs. Collaborate with management and stakeholders to ensure equitable pay structures while analyzing market trends and s...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join our dynamic sales team as a Director of Sales Support, driving revenue and leading initiatives across hotel properties. This role requires adaptability, strategic collaboration, and up to 90% tra...

Spartanburg, SCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$186K - $279K *

Accelerate commercial growth by overseeing marketing operations and sales enablement strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, enhance lead generation, and implement i...

Redwood City, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $193K *

Champion innovation by leading technical capability programs that enhance product quality, streamline processes, and drive consumer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure succ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$144K - $173K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical media by leading client strategy and integrated media delivery. Drive audience engagement, manage high-impact relationships, and leverage data insights to achieve me...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer community engagement and business growth by building strategic partnerships in healthcare. Drive outreach initiatives, enhance referral networks, and represent the organization at local events...

Roslindale, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$130K - $160K *

Elevate digital experiences by guiding site operations and enhancing user engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative features and optimize performance metrics, driving...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$175K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading global product strategies that drive growth and innovation. Collaborate cross-functionally to prioritize customer needs, enhance product performance, and support internatio...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $208K *

Shape the future of quality operations by leading teams to enhance product excellence and consumer satisfaction across global markets, driving continuous improvement and strategic initiatives in a dyn...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$113K - $188K *

Empower healthcare systems by leading advisory projects, managing teams, and delivering data-driven solutions. Collaborate with clients to enhance performance and build strong relationships while ensu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Join us to lead Oncology integrated solutions, collaborating across teams to design and implement strategic, client-focused approaches. Shape impactful proposals that drive growth and enhance patient...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $145K *

Unlock strategic sourcing excellence by leading innovative initiatives that optimize project delivery services and enhance supplier relationships across diverse portfolios, driving cost efficiency and...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $175K *

Lead the charge in high-impact legal transactions within Capital Markets. Collaborate with senior management to navigate complex mortgage securitizations and structured finance, ensuring compliance an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $200K *

Drive innovative marketing strategies to enhance access to healthcare products by collaborating with cross-functional teams and executing impactful initiatives that improve payer and provider engageme...

San Diego, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $219K *

Optimize medical sponsorship strategies and operations by collaborating with stakeholders, managing budgets, and ensuring timely execution of congress activities while enhancing process efficiency and...

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  •   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.

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