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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$140K - $160K *

Seeking a strategic leader to drive client growth and oversee portfolio management across B2B sectors. This role involves fostering executive relationships, developing innovative media strategies, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $160K *

Empower client growth as a strategic advisor, managing senior relationships across diverse B2B sectors. Drive innovation, optimize media strategies, and develop talent while ensuring operational excel...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives across diverse B2B portfolios. Drive client growth through innovative media planning, executive relationship management, and talent development, ensur...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$177K - $295K *

Champion the transformation to SAP S/4HANA, driving deployment and business readiness while collaborating with leadership to ensure alignment and successful execution of global ERP initiatives at the...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Champion integrated demand generation strategies to drive pipeline growth through multi-channel campaigns, optimizing performance and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve measurable bu...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$148K - $175K *

Lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence across client portfolios, ensuring governance, performance management, and continuous improvement. Drive client satisfaction and financial account...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$148K - $175K *

Lead the charge in strategic portfolio governance and PMO operations, driving performance management, client satisfaction, and operational excellence across complex project portfolios while ensuring a...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining pricing strategy and business intelligence to maximize revenue and enhance customer experiences. Collaborate across departments to drive data-informed decisions and optim...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Champion the growth and satisfaction of key accounts by leading innovative Commerce marketing strategies, optimizing campaigns across platforms like Amazon, and fostering strong client relationships w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Develop high-impact Commerce marketing strategies by leading a team to drive client growth, manage key accounts, and optimize campaigns across platforms like Amazon. Ensure client satisfaction and for...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of Commerce marketing by leading client strategies and overseeing innovative search solutions. Drive growth through key account management while fostering team development and strong...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Grow your career with a leadership role focused on strategic account management, driving innovative Commerce marketing solutions, and fostering client relationships while leading a talented team in a...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Champion the growth and satisfaction of key accounts by leading innovative Commerce marketing strategies. Drive team performance in optimizing search solutions across platforms like Amazon, ensuring c...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $160K *

Drive growth and satisfaction by leading key account strategies in Commerce marketing. Oversee innovative search solutions, manage client relationships, and guide a talented team to achieve business o...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Oversee the strategic growth and management of key accounts, leading a team to deliver innovative Commerce marketing solutions across platforms like Amazon and Criteo, while fostering client relations...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Champion a dynamic marketing strategy that enhances branding and PR efforts. Lead a talented team to craft impactful communications while driving collaboration with firm leaders for strategic growth a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Manage and execute comprehensive marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility, oversee a creative team, and develop communication collateral, while collaborating with leadership to drive firm obje...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $209K *

Innovate marketing strategies that enhance customer engagement and drive business growth. Lead a dynamic team to align marketing initiatives with enterprise objectives, ensuring measurable outcomes an...

1 week ago

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

$155K - $209K *

Transform marketing strategies into measurable business outcomes by leading integrated initiatives that enhance customer engagement and drive product adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

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

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving market development and deal origination across private equity and corporate stakeholders. Collaborate with senior professionals to enhance M&A advisory capabilities and bui...

Michigan, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of client partnerships by leading loyalty strategies and cross-functional teams to enhance retail programs, driving measurable impact and client satisfaction in a fast-paced environme...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing client relationships and loyalty strategies, driving impactful programs across retail accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results and f...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Deliver strategic direction for data science products, overseeing development and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business goals, driving measurable outcom...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer a data-driven future by leading product strategy for data science solutions. Drive innovation, oversee development, and ensure alignment with business goals to deliver impactful analytics prod...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $120K *

Lead high-impact global research initiatives to drive marketing strategies, influence decisions, and mentor junior team members while managing complex projects and vendor relationships across theatric...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.