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Gartner

Director Analyst – MES & Ops Tech

Gartner

. Advise business and technology clients on market landscapes, vendor selection, implementation, and software proposals .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • Michigan • United StatesLead💰 $148,000 - $175,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in manufacturing operations technologies and processes, with a strong focus on research, analysis, and client engagement. Capable of synthesizing complex data into actionable insights and delivering compelling presentations to diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Manufacturing Operations ManagementManufacturing Execution Systems (MES)Research and Thought LeadershipClient Engagement and AdvisoryAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills
Digital TransformationMarket ResearchData SynthesisPresentation DevelopmentManufacturing EngineeringOperations ExcellenceProduction ManagementContinuous ImprovementProduction AutomationIT/OT Integration
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLearning AgilityExecutive PresenceCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Gartner Research MethodologyMarket GuidesHype CyclesToolkits
Industry Keywords
Manufacturing ProcessesCompetitive LandscapeClient Decision-MakingResearch Peer ReviewsInnovation and Ideation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Advise business and technology clients on market landscapes, vendor selection, implementation, and software proposals
  • Research, write, and advise on digital transformation and evolving manufacturing solutions
  • Research emerging technologies, ecosystems, architectures, and business models
  • Create must-have research content, including Magic Quadrants, Market Guides, Hype Cycles, and Toolkits
  • Develop forward-looking research and thought leadership to accelerate client decision-making
  • Diagnose client challenges and reframe strategies to unlock progress
  • Synthesize market trends, emerging technologies, and independent insights into clear research positions
  • Provide actionable advice through virtual and face-to-face client and prospect interactions
  • Create and deliver presentation materials for Gartner events, conferences, and client briefings
  • Support Research and Sales through content development and client engagement
  • Conduct timely, high-quality research peer reviews
  • Represent Gartner research, methodology, and strategy as an industry expert
  • Participate in innovation, ideation, and research discussions
  • Identify research process improvements and develop new processes
  • Mentor and coach junior team members
  • Drive ongoing client engagement with Gartner research and advisory interactions

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; Graduate degree preferred
  • 10+ years of relevant field or industry experience
  • Significant experience developing, managing, implementing and/or using manufacturing operations technologies
  • Robust understanding of cross-industry manufacturing processes, especially manufacturing operations management, manufacturing execution systems and IT/OT integration
  • In-depth MES experience
  • Experience with at least two to three of: Manufacturing Operations, Production Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Excellence / Continuous Improvement, Production automation, Production Logistics
  • Executive presence and ability to establish credibility with executives and stakeholders
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Excellent research, writing, communication, and presentation skills
  • Ability to translate complex concepts into clear, compelling insights
  • Strong analytical skills, including synthesizing data, applying frameworks, and defending conclusions
  • Strong business and financial acumen
  • Deep knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within the subject area
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams in a multicultural global team
  • Learning agility and ability to navigate highly matrixed environments
  • Ability to represent Gartner's research methodology and strategies effectively at all levels
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% where applicable

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan
  • Generous PTO
  • 401k match up to $7,200 per year
  • Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
  • Hybrid work environment with flexibility to work virtually when productive and gather with colleagues in person
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations