Director of Analytics

About MN Custom Homes  Founded in 2011 by two Bellevue locals, we have grown to become the preeminent Eastside luxury home builder today. Since Day 1 we have been driven by innovation and obsessed with setting our homes apart through their overall design and functionality. We truly get a thrill doing what we love most: building thoughtful homes that inspire community. Learn more about us and see our work at: https://mncustom.com   Why MN?  We pride ourselves on our empowered team environment and dedication to taking care of our people. We believe in setting you up to succeed with clear career progression, learning opportunities, and ownership of your role from the get-go. Accountability is huge for us, and we place a lot of trust in our employees to do the right thing. We believe that a supportive and inclusive culture yields happy people, and happy people are the most successful at what they do.    About This Role   As the Director of Analytics at MN Custom Homes, you will spearhead the development and implementation of a comprehensive data strategy that leverages analytics to optimize performance across the organization. From land acquisition to customer satisfaction, you will be responsible for leading and developing a high-performing data science team that focuses on identifying key metrics, analyzing data trends, and translating insights into actionable strategies.  This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives at the intersection of analytics, strategy, and operational excellence.   On a Given Day, Your Work Might Include 

• Develops and mentors a high-performing analytics team, fostering a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. 
• Responsible for the team’s overall performance, providing mentorship, guiding long-term development, and driving growth aligned with MN’s trajectory and business goals. 
• Builds and leads a comprehensive analytics program that aligns with the company’s vision to be the premier infill homebuilder, focusing on market analysis, operational efficiency, and customer insights. 
• Develops analytical models to evaluate, rank, and forecast land acquisition opportunities based on profitability, risk, and evolving market trends. 
• Utilizes data analytics to optimize operations, reduce costs, and accelerate build timelines while upholding high construction quality standards. 
• Leverages predictive analytics to forecast emerging trends, assess competitive positioning, and guide product offerings to maximize market share. 
• Analyzes buyer preferences, demographics, and satisfaction metrics to enhance product design and marketing strategies. 
• Synthesizes complex data from multiple departments (e.g. finance, sales, marketing) to create cohesive, actionable insights, weaving a clear narrative that drives strategic decision-making across the organization. 
• Ensures compliance with data governance policies and regulatory requirements. 
• Drives the adoption of advanced analytics tools and technologies, seamlessly integrating them into MN’s systems and processes. 
• Defines and implements key performance indicators (KPIs) that measure success across various departments, ensuring that all teams understand and utilize data to drive performance. 
• Partners closely with executives and departments such as sales, construction, design, finance, and marketing to ensure analytics are actionable and impactful. 
• Manages department budget and resources responsibly. 

Working Environment & Physical Requirements:   

• This position requires frequent use of a computer, including keyboard functions and visual acuity of 20 inches or fewer on a daily basis 
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer 
• Be able to lift up to 10 pounds on occasion with or without accommodation 

Travel & Vehicle Requirements:   

• Some travel within 10-mile radius 

What You’ll Need to Succeed   

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Data Science or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. 
• 10+ years of professional experience including 3+ years’ experience at a senior leadership level.   
• Proven track record of developing and executing data strategies that align with business goals and drive key decision-making. 
• Experience with tools like Python, R, SQL, and data visualization platforms such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker. 
• Proven ability to apply advanced analytics to solve business problems, optimize operations, and identify new revenue opportunities. 
• Expertise in building and managing business intelligence (BI) platforms to provide real-time insights and reporting. 
• Experience in real estate, construction, or homebuilding is preferred but not required. 
• Advanced leadership development skills and experience empowering employees to do their best work.  
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to understand the “big picture”. 
• Exceptional communication and influence skills, ability to use data-driven storytelling to communicate effectively and persuade certain actions or decisions of stakeholders at all levels. 
• Proven analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to use data and metrics to back assumptions, develop business cases, and complete root cause analyses.  
• Expertise in statistical modeling, predictive analytics, and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). 
• Well-versed across the entire data lifecycle (data pipeline management, data analysis, and visualization). 
• A passion for identifying inefficiencies and uncovering undervalued opportunities through data analysis. 
• Strong ability to grasp business priorities and collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 
• Familiarity with financial modeling and key metrics in the homebuilding industry, such as IRR, ROI, and margin analysis. 
• Models and reinforces actions and behaviors consistent with MN Custom Homes’ company values, mission, and culture. 

Hours & Compensation    This is a full-time position paying $ $170,000 - $272,000 + discretionary bonuses. The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary range for this position. Individual placement within a salary range will vary based upon factors including but not limited to candidate experience, knowledge, individual, skills, and organizational performance.   Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At MN Custom Homes we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.     MN Custom Homes is an equal opportunity employer