Leads Sourcebooks’ analytics and business intelligence function, manages two Business Analysts, oversees Power BI dashboards and reporting, and translates sales, pricing, inventory, and market data into recommendations. The role drives pricing, forecasting, revenue planning, growth, data governance, AI and automation initiatives, while partnering with editorial, sales, and leadership teams.
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
Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, 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.
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.
- 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.
Full-time employees are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program. Our range of benefits include, but are not limited to, 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.
Sourcebooks Naperville, Illinois, USA Office
1935 Brookdale Road, Ste. 139,, Naperville, IL, United States, 60563
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