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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$90K - $100K *

Transform software delivery by managing cross-functional teams, aligning sprints, and optimizing project timelines. Drive clarity in processes and foster collaboration to ensure successful product exe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving new business sales in a dynamic, AI-enabled environment. Own your territory, create a robust pipeline, and engage sophisticated buyers to deliver consistent revenue growth...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $220K *

Lead category strategy and execution to drive growth and customer satisfaction. Oversee financial management, vendor relationships, and team performance while utilizing data-driven insights to optimiz...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Transform engineering operations across a diverse portfolio, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance. Lead teams to drive operational excellence and sustainability initiatives while enhancing clie...

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

$110K - $154K *

Champion growth by leading strategic sales initiatives in the residential dealer segment. Collaborate with teams to develop territory plans, drive business development, and mentor field sales represen...

Chicago, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $237K *

Unlock potential by leading actuarial strategies that drive innovation and performance. Oversee a team, develop statistical models, and engage with regulators to ensure compliance and support business...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing AI safety research by defining impactful agendas, mentoring teams, and driving real-world change through innovative projects and collaborations with governments and AI lab...

Berkeley, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of procurement and planning by leading fiber sourcing, production planning, and inventory strategy across multiple facilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize cost...

Arizona, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$189K - $235K *

Lead the marketing investment strategy, optimizing budget allocation between brand and performance. Collaborate with finance and executive teams to ensure effective spending and measurable returns, dr...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$105K - $118K *

Optimize client performance by leading a dynamic Paid Search team, driving strategy and execution for major accounts while fostering talent development and achieving KPI improvements in a fast-paced d...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $118K *

Lead the charge in optimizing paid search strategies while managing a talented team. Drive client performance and revenue growth through innovative digital marketing solutions, ensuring professional d...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $140K *

Unlock potential by managing and enhancing customer relationships through expert engagement and strategic solutions, ensuring satisfaction and driving retention for medium to large commercial accounts...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $195K *

Engage in technical leadership and project management for healthcare commissioning. Drive business development, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with industry standards while collaborating with div...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$128K - $214K *

Champion user research strategies that shape digital experiences by turning data into actionable insights, collaborating across teams to enhance user engagement and optimize web performance globally...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $151K *

Drive your career with this pivotal Product Manager role, where you'll bridge business needs and technology in a large-scale retail environment. Enhance product outcomes through strategic partnerships...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$254K - $382K *

Transform clinical research by leading strategic medical initiatives, ensuring operational excellence, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive innovation and mentor future leaders while delive...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation in fiber optic communication by leading the design and development of high-speed transceivers, collaborating with engineering teams to address complex network switch connectivity chal...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $249K *

Drive innovation by leading AI architecture and strategy, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful AI solutions. Shape the future of AI products through technical...

Richardson, TXRemote

3 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Lead strategic financial initiatives, partnering with leaders to drive insights and improve decision-making. Oversee complex projects, enhance financial models, and leverage technology to optimize FP...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $209K *

Transform client relationships by leading a team to deliver proactive solutions in voluntary benefits. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance service delivery, and foster a culture of continuous improve...

Portland, ORRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$206K - $309K *

Elevate the Analyst Experience by owning strategy and outcomes for security workflows. Lead a team of product managers to unify analyst tools, drive customer migrations, and enhance product vision, en...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $219K *

Lead clinical laboratory operations for precision medicine projects, ensuring timely deliverables and risk management across therapeutic areas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support clini...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving sales strategy and value analysis, partnering with cross-functional teams to enhance proposals, pricing, and contracts. Lead market research and client engagement to optimi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Take ownership of transformative initiatives in higher education, serving as a trusted expert and strategic advisor. Drive top-of-funnel growth, enhance institutional partnerships, and elevate academi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to define and execute innovative payment infrastructure strategies, enhancing capabilities through cutting-edge technologies and partnerships. Lead cross-functional initiatives to...

Atlanta, GARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 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.

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