Director of Analytics

Sourcebooks; Naperville (IL); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription drug insurance

Dental

Vision

Health Care/Dependent Care FSA

Health Savings Account

401(k)

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life/AD&D Insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Sourcebooks is seeking a Director of Analytics to turn sales and market signals into decisions that shape what we publish, how we sell, and where we grow. Hybrid or remote in NY, Naperville, IL, or remote-based in listed states, with a salary range of $135,000–$150,000.

You will lead the analytics and BI function, oversee Power BI dashboards, and translate complex data into actionable recommendations for leadership and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in BI/data analytics with leadership experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Advanced Power BI skills including data modeling and DAX.
• Strong SQL skills and Circana BookScan familiarity.
• Proven ability to translate analyses into business decisions.
• Excellent leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Familiarity with pricing, forecasting, budgeting and inventory analytics.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytics and BI function, managing two analysts.
• Oversee Power BI dashboards, ensuring accuracy and usability.
• Turn sales, pricing, inventory and market data into recommendations.
• Lead analyses supporting pricing, revenue planning and growth.
• Strengthen data governance and promote data-driven decisions.
• Leverage AI and automation to streamline reporting and expand insights.

Job description

Help great books find their next readers—with data! Sourcebooks is seeking a Director of Analytics to turn sales and market signals into decisions that shape what we publish, how we sell, and where we grow. Bring your analytical curiosity, hands‑on expertise with Power BI, and talent for leading people to a company driven by a mission to change lives through books.

The location for this position can be hybrid or remote in New York or Naperville, Illinois or remote based in any of the following states: Arizona, Connecticut, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin.

This is an exempt, salaried position with a range of $135,000 - $150,000. We determine starting pay based on a thorough evaluation of job-related factors, including geographic location, market conditions, relevant experience, training, and education. This process ensures a fair and competitive salary that aligns with both the company and the candidate’s qualifications.

What you'll do

• 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.

What you bring

• 7+ years of experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or a related field, including 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 if you bring equivalent experience.
• Advanced Power BI expertise, including data modeling, DAX, Power BI Service administration, PBIX/PBIP, plus strong SQL skills.
• Deep familiarity with book industry data, particularly Circana BookScan; publishing or consumer products experience is strongly preferred.
• 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.
• The curiosity and judgment to apply AI and automation effectively.

Why Sourcebooks?

At Sourcebooks, we believe books change lives. As the fifth-largest U.S. publisher by print units sold, we connect authors and readers through an entrepreneurial approach informed by data and reader insights. Our work has earned recognition from Fast Company, Newsweek, Inc., and Publishers Weekly. Our books have reached more than 300 million lives, and we're working to reach 300 million more.

Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program.

• Medical/Prescription drug insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k)
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• & generous paid time off

Sourcebooks values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.