Senior Director, Analytics Consulting

dentsu Austria

. Set the strategic direction, overall vision, and outcomes for the team .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $136,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic planning, data strategy, and analytics application, with a strong ability to translate complex data insights into actionable business strategies. Proven leadership in guiding cross-functional teams and developing client-centric solutions that drive business growth and optimize marketing efforts.

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15+ Years In AnalyticsCross-Team LeadershipCX Technologies ExperienceExecutive-Level CommunicationData-Driven Storytelling

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Hard Skills

Data StrategyAnalytics ApplicationStrategic PlanningMeasurement FrameworksBusiness ConsultingML/AI Model TranslationUse Case DevelopmentTechnical Feasibility AssessmentClient KPI ManagementCross-Channel Messaging

Soft Skills

Thought LeadershipAttentive ListeningInfluence ManagementCollaborationCoaching

Tools & Technologies

Cloud Data WarehousesCustomer Data Platforms (CDPs)Content Management SystemsPowerPointAnalytic Tools

Industry Keywords

Corporate RetailRetail MediaShopper MarketingCustomer Experience (CXM)Business Growth Optimization

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set the strategic direction, overall vision, and outcomes for the team
Guide cross-functional projects focused on Customer Marketing Data Strategy, Business Enablement, Strategic Planning, and Analytics Application
Lead strategic planning, initiative prioritization, long-term roadmaps, and use cases
Act as a day-to-day thought partner for clients on data utilization, analytics advancement, measurement effectiveness, and strategic planning
Recommend Insights to Action for long-term marketing planning using value-based measurement
Incorporate CX technology infrastructure, technical feasibility, and maturity into planning and prioritization
Identify cross-solutioning opportunities within the client ecosystem
Teach, coach, and train direct and indirect reports on data, analytics, and technology solutions
Collaborate with client and cross-agency SMEs to curate client- and customer-centric solutions
Connect technology capability challenges and goals to business needs and articulate incremental value
Create and support executive-level presentations and analyses of analytic, data, and identity solutions
Lead development and execution of multi-phased, multi-year measurement, technology, analytic, and data roadmaps
Translate data and results into clear narratives for technical and non-technical audiences
Provide thought leadership through articles, blogs, events, and other marketing avenues
Assess market trends and external insights to recommend product and market opportunities for client growth
Develop understanding of solutions and offerings across dentsu and Merkle
Engage with clients to understand and develop recommendations for strategic business growth and optimization
Partner with clients to develop activation use cases across teams
Align measurement plans with client and marketing partners to support activation and marketing strategy
Own client KPI and measurement frameworks connected to business objectives and long-term outcomes
Collaborate across Merkle and client teams to advance data, analytics, and technology utilization
Lead matrixed teams through influence, collaboration, and coaching
Teach and coach client teams to strengthen marketing, insights, and holistic business strategy skills

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years in analytics, business consulting, data strategy and/or strategic planning functions
8+ years of cross-team leadership over multiple business and strategic disciplines
Mix of Agency and Corporate experience
History of translating business needs to strategic goals to guide tactical execution of marketing efforts
Experience guiding and planning work products from technical and strategic teams
Experience working with and applying CX technologies, including Cloud Data Warehouses, CDPs, Cross-Channel Messaging Platforms, and Content Management
Translation of ML/AI models and analytic projects to tactical and executional business action
Managing through influence
Corporate Retail, Retail Media, or Shopper Marketing experience is a plus
Executive-level written and oral communication
Highly attuned and attentive listening skills
Expert at PowerPoint
Confidence building interactive roadmaps and program plans
Ability to leverage data and insights for storytelling and solution application
Ability to translate ambiguous requests and requirements into tangible and tactical solutions
Ability to explain complex analytic, technical, and data solutions in simplified language for non-technical partners
Ability to manage client and agency teams to facilitate timely and actionable solutions
Ability to identify and apply technology enablers to drive CXM use cases
Ability to develop actionable use cases for business growth, prioritizing based on technology and data enablers and business goals
High level of business acumen and ability to comprehend business challenges and identify analytic- and data-led solutions
Understanding of a broad spectrum of analytic tools, solutions, and technologies and their application to business action

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401k
Flexible paid time off
At least 15 paid holidays per year
Paid sick and safe leave
Paid parental leave
Remote flexibility with regular in-person collaboration, subject to role and business needs