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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$192K - $303K *

Empower innovation as you lead the strategy and development of core platform primitives, driving the future of agentic systems and ensuring product teams can rapidly create and deploy advanced agents...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $216K *

Drive business growth in the renewable market by developing innovative client solutions, mentoring teams, and collaborating across departments to meet evolving client needs and market challenges...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $175K *

Shape operational excellence in ambulatory healthcare by leading a property management team, ensuring compliance, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships across multiple sites to enhance...

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1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate sales growth by leading strategies and initiatives across the ANZ market. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to drive customer engagement, develop market strategies, and achieve reve...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $200K *

Take ownership of complex General Liability claims, providing expert coverage analysis and strategic litigation support. Collaborate with claims teams and underwriting partners to optimize outcomes an...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive the expansion of our Legal Industry presence across North America by establishing strategic partnerships, building executive relationships, and aligning growth strategies with global objectives...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful go-to-market strategies for Global Systems Integrators. Leverage your product marketing expertise to create valuable enablement resources that empower partners and enhance Cyera's data...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $173K *

Champion the development of Provider Direct Connect capabilities, driving product vision and strategy while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance provider engagement and deliver scalabl...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $142K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by transforming HR data into strategic insights. Leverage analytical skills and tools to enhance workforce performance and support HR initiatives, ensuring data acc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive analytical solutions by leading projects, applying advanced data analysis, and collaborating with clients to deliver actionable insights across energy initiatives including efficiency and sustai...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $175K *

Engage and expand channel partnerships to drive revenue growth. Lead strategic initiatives, manage partner programs, and collaborate across teams to achieve business objectives in a fast-paced environ...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Advance expertise in energy markets by managing complex client engagements, developing strategic recommendations, and fostering client relationships. Utilize analytical skills to drive impactful solut...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $175K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing sales team to drive national revenue growth, enhance customer relationships, and implement strategic initiatives aligned with company objectives, fostering a culture...

Ontario, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $125K *

Lead the charge in mobilizing significant carbon transactions across Latin America, managing multi-stakeholder relationships and driving strategic initiatives to support forest protection programs und...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$183K - $229K *

Drive operational excellence as a senior leader, overseeing market performance, managing physician and payer partnerships, and executing strategic plans to achieve financial and clinical targets in a...

Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Manage P&L for multiple states, driving pricing strategy and regulatory compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product performance and profitability while presenting insights to senior...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $245K *

Transform user experience across global retail and e-commerce platforms by leading a multidisciplinary team, driving design excellence, and integrating AI into innovative solutions that enhance custom...

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform vendor performance management by overseeing external hub partners, ensuring compliance with SLAs and quality standards while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement to enha...

North Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Deliver strategic leadership for a centralized partner data management system, ensuring alignment with business priorities and enhancing user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$188K - $230K *

Lead product strategy and execution for TPA, PEO, and Carrier partners, driving innovation and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance platform capabilities and deli...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $193K *

Unlock potential by leading the enterprise employee listening strategy, enhancing assessment science, and applying analytics to drive data-informed talent decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $172K *

Shape user-centered experiences by leading strategic initiatives that drive growth and satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to translate insights into actionable strategies, ensuring alignment betwe...

Long Beach, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $408K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing medical management and quality improvement. Collaborate with clinical teams to optimize patient care, support performance initiatives, and drive effective uti...

Georgia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $408K *

Lead the charge in enhancing medical management and quality improvement. Drive utilization review, collaborate with providers, and implement performance initiatives to optimize care quality and cost-e...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $259K *

Drive high performance by leading a team of Account Executives, coaching on sales strategies, and fostering an inclusive culture. Collaborate cross-functionally to solve complex challenges and achieve...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.