Analytics Director Jobs in Illinois
Analytics Director jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, concentrated in financial services, healthcare, retail, and technology sectors, with openings at every level from manager-track analysts stepping into their first director role through seasoned senior executives. Chicago drives the bulk of hiring, with meaningful activity in Naperville and Schaumburg, where companies like United Airlines, Walgreens, and Allstate have long-established analytics operations. The most sought-after specialties in Illinois include marketing analytics, enterprise data strategy, and healthcare data governance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Leads strategic business development and revenue growth initiatives focused on commercializing Walgreens’ pharmacy data assets and analytics capabilities. Identifies and develops partnerships with pharmacy organizations and industry stakeholders, creating data-driven solutions that deliver client value and drive new revenue opportunities. Collaborates across Pharmacy, Analytics, Product, and Commercial teams to bring innovative offerings to market, negotiate strategic agreements, and advance data monetization strategies. Additionally, provides actionable insights that support business decision-making, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and execution of RWE/PRR/Insight Product distribution to biopharma clients to support sales pipeline targets
- Interacts frequently with client business and technical points-of-contact to organize project plans and mobilize the master client onboarding operating model to ensure a successful experience.
- Supports quarterly senior leadership planning sessions and plays a key role in assessing business performance and risks heading into each client engagement. Establish a sound relationship with Commercial team members to articulate operational model details for Insight/RWE product proposal responses. Exemplifies operational know-how to secure client confidence early in addressing and swiftly resolving critical implementation issues.
- Establishes a reputation to serve as the primary go-to subject matter expert for product operations and implementations for Walgreens commercial teams.
- Frequently communicates to manage internal and client expectations around product onboarding timelines and new user support needs.
- Demonstrable experience in complex project management concepts, executive stakeholder management, problem resolution techniques with a focus on product deployment excellence.
- Effective communicator to orchestrate client needs with product capabilities to support decision making across pre- and post-implementation phases to generate the best client success outcomes.
- Working alongside client points-of-contact, uncover new growth opportunities and collaborate with Biopharma product teams to establish a future release roadmap to prioritize and mobilize on new product expansion opportunities.
- Develop operational excellence measurement systems with corresponding core KPIs to provide business unit and account-level performance views to biopharma leadership members.
- A proven biopharma subject matter expert and team leader of direct or matrixed reports, initiatives, and cross functional team members.
- Drives maturation of the client onboarding process for Biopharma projects and products particularly in data and insight services and RWE services.
- Responsible for ensuring billable and sales target goals remain on schedule and delivery risks are escalated through proper channels promptly.
- Mentors and develops execution staff through training, development opportunities, and performance management processes in alignment with Walgreens 4C values.
About Walgreens
Founded in 1901, Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) proudly serves nearly 9 million customers and patients each day across its approximately 8,500 stores throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Walgreens has approximately 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for pharmacy, retail and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities.
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Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of experience Proficiency in product execution, project management, biopharma RWE/commercial operations, implementing data/analytics applications to external audiences, partnership formation, process mapping, stakeholder management, and client success strategies or High School/GED and at least 11 years of experience Proficiency in product execution, project management, biopharma RWE/commercial operations, implementing data/analytics applications to external audiences, partnership formation, process mapping, stakeholder management, and client success strategies.
- Experience establishing & maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, including the executive level.
- Expert understanding of biopharma R&D and Drug Commercialization lifecycles with experience working with large biopharma clients and CROs.
- Experience developing strategic initiatives which align with business goals and budget.
- Experience identifying operational issues and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams in a direct reports arrangement and/or matrix organization
- Experience interacting and influencing others at the executive level.
- Experience creating opportunities and leading initiatives that impact ROI and/or an organization's profitability
- At least 5 years of experience contributing to financial decisions in the workplace.
- At least 5 years of direct leadership, indirect leadership and/or cross- functional team leadership.
- Willing to travel up to 25% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree OR MBA
- Lean Six Sigma trained and tested
- Project Management Certification (PMP, PgMP, CAPM) with practical application experience utilizing Agile methodologies
The Salary below is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
Salary Range: $150000 - $240,625.00 / Salaried
Leads strategic business development and revenue growth initiatives focused on commercializing Walgreens’ pharmacy data assets and analytics capabilities. Identifies and develops partnerships with pharmacy organizations and industry stakeholders, creating data-driven solutions that deliver client value and drive new revenue opportunities. Collaborates across Pharmacy, Analytics, Product, and Commercial teams to bring innovative offerings to market, negotiate strategic agreements, and advance data monetization strategies. Additionally, provides actionable insights that support business decision-making, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and execution of RWE/PRR/Insight Product distribution to biopharma clients to support sales pipeline targets
- Interacts frequently with client business and technical points-of-contact to organize project plans and mobilize the master client onboarding operating model to ensure a successful experience.
- Supports quarterly senior leadership planning sessions and plays a key role in assessing business performance and risks heading into each client engagement. Establish a sound relationship with Commercial team members to articulate operational model details for Insight/RWE product proposal responses. Exemplifies operational know-how to secure client confidence early in addressing and swiftly resolving critical implementation issues.
- Establishes a reputation to serve as the primary go-to subject matter expert for product operations and implementations for Walgreens commercial teams.
- Frequently communicates to manage internal and client expectations around product onboarding timelines and new user support needs.
- Demonstrable experience in complex project management concepts, executive stakeholder management, problem resolution techniques with a focus on product deployment excellence.
- Effective communicator to orchestrate client needs with product capabilities to support decision making across pre- and post-implementation phases to generate the best client success outcomes.
- Working alongside client points-of-contact, uncover new growth opportunities and collaborate with Biopharma product teams to establish a future release roadmap to prioritize and mobilize on new product expansion opportunities.
- Develop operational excellence measurement systems with corresponding core KPIs to provide business unit and account-level performance views to biopharma leadership members.
- A proven biopharma subject matter expert and team leader of direct or matrixed reports, initiatives, and cross functional team members.
- Drives maturation of the client onboarding process for Biopharma projects and products particularly in data and insight services and RWE services.
- Responsible for ensuring billable and sales target goals remain on schedule and delivery risks are escalated through proper channels promptly.
- Mentors and develops execution staff through training, development opportunities, and performance management processes in alignment with Walgreens 4C values.
About Walgreens
Founded in 1901, Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) proudly serves nearly 9 million customers and patients each day across its approximately 8,500 stores throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Walgreens has approximately 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for pharmacy, retail and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities.
#LI-TO1
#LI-Hybrid
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of experience Proficiency in product execution, project management, biopharma RWE/commercial operations, implementing data/analytics applications to external audiences, partnership formation, process mapping, stakeholder management, and client success strategies or High School/GED and at least 11 years of experience Proficiency in product execution, project management, biopharma RWE/commercial operations, implementing data/analytics applications to external audiences, partnership formation, process mapping, stakeholder management, and client success strategies.
- Experience establishing & maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, including the executive level.
- Expert understanding of biopharma R&D and Drug Commercialization lifecycles with experience working with large biopharma clients and CROs.
- Experience developing strategic initiatives which align with business goals and budget.
- Experience identifying operational issues and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems.
- Experience leading cross-functional teams in a direct reports arrangement and/or matrix organization
- Experience interacting and influencing others at the executive level.
- Experience creating opportunities and leading initiatives that impact ROI and/or an organization's profitability
- At least 5 years of experience contributing to financial decisions in the workplace.
- At least 5 years of direct leadership, indirect leadership and/or cross- functional team leadership.
- Willing to travel up to 25% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state)
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree OR MBA
- Lean Six Sigma trained and tested
- Project Management Certification (PMP, PgMP, CAPM) with practical application experience utilizing Agile methodologies
The Salary below is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
Salary Range: $150000 - $240,625.00 / Salaried
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Analytics Director Job Market in Illinois
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Who's Hiring
- AbbVie10
- Fusion922
- ImpactLife2
- Kraft Heinz2
- KeHE Distributors2
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
- Manufacturing
- Chemicals & Materials
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Technology & Software
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in analytics director jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in analytics, statistics, data science, or a related quantitative field
- Seven or more years of progressive analytics experience with at least three in a leadership role
- Demonstrated ability to build and manage analytics teams and translate insights for executive stakeholders
- Proficiency with enterprise analytics platforms such as Tableau, Power BI, SAS, or equivalent tools
- Experience establishing KPIs, data governance standards, and analytics roadmaps at an organizational level
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills working with finance, marketing, operations, or product teams
Analytics Director Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a analytics director in Illinois?
Analytics director roles in Illinois require no state-issued license, so the path runs through education and experience. Most Illinois employers expect a bachelor's degree in a quantitative field, a master's preferred, plus several years progressing through analyst and manager roles. Building expertise in an Illinois-dominant industry such as healthcare, insurance, or financial services gives candidates a clear edge over generalist applicants.
How much do analytics directors make in Illinois?
Analytics directors in Illinois earn a median of about $106,560 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $68,810 for the lowest 10% to over $168,880 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire analytics directors in Illinois?
Employers hiring analytics directors in Illinois right now include AbbVie, Fusion92, and ImpactLife, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's deep concentration of insurance carriers, major retailers, and large hospital systems means openings appear regularly across both corporate headquarters and regional hubs throughout the state.
Which Illinois cities have the most analytics director jobs?
Chicago, Mettawa, and Naperville have the most analytics director openings in Illinois. Chicago anchors demand as a headquarters city for major financial, healthcare, and consumer goods firms, while Naperville and Schaumburg attract openings from the large corporate campuses concentrated along the I-88 corridor west of the city.
Are there remote analytics director jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 88% of analytics director openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based, data-driven nature of the role. Strategy, reporting, and stakeholder presentation work travels well remotely, while roles tied to on-site data infrastructure or regulated healthcare environments tend to require more in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a analytics director in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a senior analyst or analytics manager role at a large Illinois employer before moving into a director position. Companies like Advocate Health Care, Discover Financial, and large Chicago-based insurers regularly hire analytics managers who grow into director roles over time. Building a portfolio of cross-functional projects, earning a certification in a platform like Tableau or SAS, and targeting high-volume analytics teams in insurance or healthcare will open the door fastest.
Where can I find and apply to analytics director jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to analytics director jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly.
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