Director of Analytics

Sourcebooks•Naperville, IL

1d•$105,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Sourcebooks is seeking a Director of Analytics to lead its analytics and business intelligence function and turn sales and market signals into decisions that shape publishing, sales, and growth. The role manages and develops two Business Analysts and oversees Power BI dashboards and reporting, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and ease of use. It translates sales, pricing, inventory, and market data into recommendations for leadership, editorial, sales, and other teams, and leads strategic analyses supporting pricing, revenue planning, forecasting, and growth. The Director also strengthens data governance, helps colleagues use data in everyday decisions, and applies AI and automation to streamline reporting and expand access to insights. The position may be hybrid or remote in New York or Naperville, Illinois, or remote from one of the listed states. It is an exempt, salaried, full-time position with a stated salary range of $135,000–$150,000. A cover letter is required for consideration, along with a resume and salary requirements.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or a related field, including at least 2 years leading analysts or a reporting team.
A bachelor’s degree in business, analytics, statistics, economics, or a related field, or equivalent experience; a college degree is not required when equivalent experience is provided.
Advanced Power BI expertise, including data modeling, DAX, Power BI Service administration, and PBIX/PBIP, plus strong SQL skills.
Experience turning complex analyses into practical recommendations that influence business decisions.
Strong people leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Familiarity with pricing, forecasting, budgeting, inventory analytics, and data governance.
Curiosity and judgment to apply AI and automation effectively.

Nice To Haves

Deep familiarity with book industry data, particularly Circana BookScan.
Publishing or consumer products experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead Sourcebooks’ analytics and business intelligence function, managing and developing two Business Analysts.
Oversee Power BI dashboards and reporting, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and ease of use.
Turn sales, pricing, inventory, and market data into clear recommendations for leadership, editorial, sales, and other teams.
Lead strategic analyses that support pricing, revenue planning, forecasting, and growth.
Strengthen data governance and help colleagues confidently use data in everyday decisions.
Use AI and automation to streamline reporting and expand access to insights.