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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$160K - $185K *

Lead client engagements in Real-World Data solutions, ensuring operational excellence and strong outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate client objectives into actionable plans, driving...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $175K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in training development, overseeing curriculum design and delivery. Drive continuous improvement and ensure high-quality training programs that align with operational...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$300K - $500K *

Lead and optimize a diverse portfolio of debt mandates, driving execution from initial offer to close. Collaborate across teams to enhance transaction velocity and deliver innovative capital solutions...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$166K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading the transformation of a global tech organization into a product-focused model. Drive strategic initiatives, manage a large workforce, and ensure effective governance across...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $207K *

Lead strategic statistical initiatives for clinical development programs, ensuring rigorous study design and data analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and regulatory authorities to drive...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing site operations and vendor relations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in clinical research projects. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes and enhance training...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Elevate sales performance by developing and scaling a forward-thinking sales enablement strategy. Lead onboarding, ongoing skills enhancement, and sales methodology adherence while leveraging AI-drive...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower your career by serving as a legal partner in procurement and supply chain, providing expert guidance and support in contract negotiation, vendor relations, and operational risk management acro...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$185K - $275K *

Join a team that's driving revenue growth through strategic marketing initiatives. You'll lead regional marketing efforts, develop account-based strategies, and collaborate with sales to optimize pipe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $175K *

Drive growth and customer engagement as a senior sales leader in our advanced technology sales unit. Build strong relationships, leverage insights, and lead strategic initiatives in the Industrial and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $270K *

Lead the development and execution of GxP quality systems, ensuring compliance and oversight for clinical and CMC quality. Drive vendor qualification, audits, and training while fostering a culture of...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$277K - $350K *

Elevate your career by leading global demand generation strategies, driving enterprise pipeline growth, and optimizing high-impact ABM programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in strategic financial planning and analysis, driving enterprise-wide budgeting, forecasting, and performance insights to optimize business outcomes and support executive decision-maki...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join us to leverage your analytical expertise in Amazon and Commerce data, driving actionable insights and advanced reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and op...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a high-performing sales team, developing innovative strategies, and enhancing customer relationships in the industrial energy optimization sector. Collaborate cross-fun...

Raleigh, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$103K - $195K *

Drive PEMCO's digital commerce strategy, enhancing customer journeys and optimizing sales across channels. Lead cross-functional teams to improve online experiences, boost acquisition, and ensure alig...

Seattle, WARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in driving growth by managing a high-performing sales team, collaborating across functions, and executing strategic initiatives to enhance commercial success in the Hematology sector...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $165K *

Shape the future of technology solutions in real estate by leading deal teams, driving proposals, and negotiating contracts to enhance client satisfaction and operational efficiency across multiple ac...

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4 days ago

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

$90K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving growth through innovative product marketing strategies. You'll shape messaging, lead go-to-market initiatives, and enhance market positioning, ensuring our solutions resonat...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Champion the property accounting function by leading a remote team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and enhancing processes across a diverse portfolio. Collaborate closely with operations to dr...

Roanoke, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $130K *

Champion the property accounting function by leading a remote team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and enhancing processes across a diverse portfolio. Collaborate closely with operations to dr...

Knoxville, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $130K *

Manage our property accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and controls while leading a team. Collaborate closely with operations to enhance processes and maintain compliance acros...

Greensboro, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $190K *

Lead the execution and optimization of paid search campaigns, driving student enrollment and product adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage agency relationships to achieve superi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth and client retention by managing strategic relationships and optimizing transportation solutions for a diverse portfolio of enterprise clients. Your expertise...

Chicago, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.