Sr. Director, IT Data Analytics

MKS Instruments; Andover (MA); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 334,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Job summary

MKS Instruments seeks a Senior Director, IT Data Analytics to define and execute the enterprise data strategy, enabling data-driven decision-making and growth. You will lead BI, data governance, reporting, and analytics platforms, partnering with senior leaders to turn data into actionable insights.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in analytics, 7+ years leading teams, deep SQL and data warehousing expertise, and hands-on experience with Power BI, Tableau, and similar tools in a global setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in data analytics, BI, data science, or related.
• 7+ years of leadership experience managing analytics or data teams.
• Proven experience developing and executing enterprise analytics strategies in a complex global organization.
• Strong ability to influence decisions through insights and collaboration.
• Advanced experience with BI and visualization platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, Grafana).
• Strong expertise in SQL, data modeling, data warehousing, data integration, ETL, and data architecture.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the enterprise data analytics strategy aligned with business objectives and long-term goals.
• Lead the design, development, and delivery of BI, reporting, dashboards, and advanced analytics solutions.
• Establish and monitor KPIs, metrics, and reporting frameworks driving performance.
• Partner with executives to leverage data for better decisions and outcomes.
• Provide strategic insights, trend analysis, and data-driven recommendations.
• Lead initiatives involving predictive analytics, ML, and AI.
• Oversee data governance, quality, management, and security.
• Collaborate on data architecture, warehousing, integration, and platform strategy.
• Drive self-service analytics adoption and data literacy across the org.
• Lead, develop, and mentor analytics and BI teams.
• Manage priorities, budgets, vendors, and project portfolios.
• Evaluate emerging analytics technologies to improve capabilities.

Skills

Power BI

Tableau

Qlik

Grafana

SQL

Data modeling

Data warehousing

ETL

Enterprise data architecture

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Qlik

Grafana

Job description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As a Senior Director, IT Data Analytics you will be responsible for defining and executing the organization's data analytics strategy to enable data-driven decision-making, improve business performance, and support strategic growth objectives. This role leads enterprise analytics, business intelligence, data governance, and reporting capabilities while partnering with senior leaders across the organization to transform data into actionable insights.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Develop and execute the enterprise data analytics strategy aligned with business objectives and long-term organizational goals.

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of business intelligence, reporting, dashboarding, and advanced analytics solutions.

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), metrics, and reporting frameworks that drive business performance and operational excellence.

• Partner with executive leadership and functional leaders to identify opportunities for leveraging data and analytics to improve decision-making and business outcomes.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders by providing strategic insights, trend analysis, and data-driven recommendations.

• Lead enterprise initiatives involving predictive analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and other advanced analytical capabilities.

• Oversee data governance, data quality, data management, and data security initiatives to ensure the integrity, consistency, and accessibility of organizational data.

• Collaborate with Information Technology and business teams on data architecture, data warehousing, data integration, and analytics platform strategies.

• Drive adoption of self-service analytics capabilities and promote data literacy across the organization.

• Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing team of analytics, business intelligence, and data management professionals.

• Manage analytics priorities, resources, budgets, vendor relationships, and project portfolios to ensure successful execution and measurable business impact.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve analytics capabilities and organizational effectiveness.

Skills You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Business, or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.

• 15+ years of progressive experience in data analytics, business intelligence, data science, reporting, or related disciplines.

• 7+ years of leadership experience managing analytics, business intelligence, or data management teams.

• Proven experience developing and executing enterprise-wide analytics and data strategies in a complex, global organization.

• Demonstrated success partnering with executive leadership to influence business decisions through analytics and insights.

• Advanced experience with business intelligence and visualization platforms such as Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, Grafana or similar technologies.

• Strong expertise in SQL, data modeling, data warehousing, data integration, ETL processes, and enterprise data architecture.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Perform activities such as sitting, standing, or typing for extended periods of time

• Regularly requires good manual dexterity and coordination

• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand

• Must be able to exchange accurate information

• The ability to observe documents and details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)

• Operates in a professional office environment

• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

• Noise level in the work environment is usually average

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary Pay Range: $200,400.00 - 334,000.00 USD Annual per year. This range is a good faith estimate of the expected salary range for this position, based on a wide range of factors including qualifications, experience and training, operational and business needs and other considerations permitted by law.

• Bonus: This position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount to be determined by MKS [or as applicable].

• Benefits: MKS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental and vision), 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, sick time, 15 paid vacation days, [6 weeks fully paid] parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement [and for participation in any stock programs, signing bonus, etc.

This position is HYBRID and within commutable distance to our location in Andover, MA. Relocation benefits are not available for this position.

MKS is an equal opportunity employer, including disability, veteran status and all categories protected by law. Please review our EOE statements for additional details. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("MKS") is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

MKS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact us at: [e-mail].