Sr. Director, IT Data Analytics

MKS Instruments, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 334,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

12 paid holidays

Sick time

15 paid vacation days

6 weeks parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MKS Instruments, Inc. seeks a Senior Director, IT Data Analytics to define and execute the organization's data analytics strategy, enabling data-driven decisions and growth.

You will lead enterprise analytics, BI, governance, and reporting, partnering with senior leaders to transform data into actionable insights. Position requires 15+ years in data analytics with 7+ years in leadership, strong SQL and BI tool expertise, and a proven track record in enterprise data architecture and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in data analytics, BI, data science, reporting.
• 7+ years of leadership experience managing analytics, BI, or data management teams.
• Proven experience developing and executing enterprise-wide analytics and data strategies in a global organization.
• Demonstrated ability to influence business decisions through analytics and insights.
• Strong expertise with BI/visualization platforms and SQL, data modeling, warehousing, ETL, and enterprise data architecture.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the organization's data analytics strategy to enable data-driven decision-making.
• Lead design, development, and delivery of BI, reporting, dashboards, and advanced analytics.
• Establish KPIs, metrics, and reporting frameworks to drive performance.
• Partner with executives to identify opportunities for data-driven improvements.
• Provide strategic insights, trend analysis, and data-driven recommendations to senior leaders.
• Lead initiatives involving predictive analytics, ML, and AI.
• Oversee data governance, quality, management, and security.
• Collaborate on data architecture, warehousing, integration, and analytics platforms.
• Promote self-service analytics and data literacy across the organization.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing analytics and BI team.
• Manage priorities, budgets, vendors, and project portfolios for impact.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and trends to improve analytics capabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Data analytics

Business intelligence

SQL

Data modeling

ETL

Data warehousing

Power BI

Tableau

Qlik

Grafana

Data governance

Stakeholder management

AI/ML

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Business

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.

We are interested in a qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States and will not be sponsoring work visas for this position, at this time.

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.

#LI-Hybrid

Globally, our policy is to recruit individuals from wide and diverse backgrounds. However, certain positions require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be “U.S. persons.” “U.S. persons” are generally defined as U.S. citizens, noncitizen nationals, lawful permanent residents (or, green card holders), individuals granted asylum, and individuals admitted as refugees. 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.

At MKS, it's all about courage, big ideas, and a serious passion for innovation. Winning here is about exploring possibilities, taking action, and solving our customers’ toughest challenges. It's not just a job – it's what you make of it. While you shape your role and make it unique, we invest in you with on-the-job and formal training, as well as educational assistance. Curiosity is key at MKS - ask questions, own your path.