Category Analysts use data to help organizations make smarter decisions about products, pricing, promotions, assortment, and performance. Browse vetted Category Analyst opportunities on Ladders, including roles at established companies seeking experienced professionals for high-impact analytics and category management work. Ladders focuses on professional positions paying $100,000 or more.
Category Analysts evaluate sales trends, customer behavior, market conditions, and product results to identify opportunities and risks. They build reports and forecasts, monitor key performance indicators, and turn complex findings into recommendations for category managers, merchandising teams, sales leaders, and executives. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on retail, consumer goods, e-commerce, or another product-driven industry.
Employers often seek strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate insights clearly. Experience with data analysis, spreadsheets, SQL, visualization tools, retail or consumer data, and financial metrics can be valuable. Many senior or higher-paying opportunities also call for a relevant degree, industry experience, and a track record of influencing business decisions.
Use Ladders to explore vetted Category Analyst openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, industries, and qualifications to find roles that match your experience and career goals. Job availability and compensation vary by employer, location, and level of experience.
Product Data Analyst, Footwear - UGG
$72K - $98K *
Elevate product success by managing critical data in footwear analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data accuracy and drive informed decisions throughout product lifecycles, fos...
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Product Data Analyst, Footwear - UGG
$72K - $98K *
Optimize data integrity and collaboration within the Footwear Product Creation Team, ensuring accurate product information throughout the lifecycle. You'll play a crucial role in supporting decision-m...
Reposted 1 week ago
Sr. Analyst, Pricing Analytics
$89K - $134K *
Explore your potential as a key analytical consultant, leveraging data to optimize drug pricing and enhance pharmacy relationships while collaborating across multiple functions to drive strategic grow...
1 week ago
Analyst/Senior Analyst, Analytics
$70K - $100K *
Support the financial evaluation of energy storage solutions, ensuring project viability and competitiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic growth and optimize product off...
1 week ago
Senior Analyst - Technology Value Realization
$108K - $163K *
Shape technology investments by connecting initiatives to measurable business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to define value frameworks, track performance, and provide insights th...
1 week ago
Sr. Analyst, Strategy & Business Development
$80K - $110K *
Drive strategic initiatives by leveraging analytical skills to develop and evaluate high-priority projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate findings effectively to senior leade...
1 week ago
Senior Analyst, Strategic Account Management - Programmatic
$84K - $156K *
Champion revenue growth by managing client relationships and optimizing programmatic advertising strategies. Drive insights and performance analysis to enhance revenue generation in a fast-paced envir...
Reposted 2 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's redefining vendor management by fostering strong relationships, optimizing contract processes, and driving strategic negotiations. Leverage your expertise to enhance sourcing functi...
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$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leveraging shopper insights and market analysis to drive category growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop actionable recommendations that enhance performance and exceed c...
Reposted 5 days ago
Technical Account Analyst, Logistics
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer success through data-driven insights. In this role, you'll support Technical Account Managers by managing deliverables, conducting analyses, and faci...
3 weeks ago
Technical Account Analyst, Logistics
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team as you support Technical Account Managers in enhancing customer success for logistics clients. Develop core skills in data analysis, customer operations, and cross-functional colla...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform financial analysis and forecasting by leading data-driven insights and business partnering. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance financial planning, reporting, and process efficiency, e...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $90K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic finance consulting team, assisting in high-stakes analyses and client engagements. Collaborate with skilled professionals to deliver impactful insights and drive...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Sr. Performance Analyst, Supplier Performance Management
$73K - $132K *
Shape the future of supplier performance management by driving accountability and improvement across quality and fulfillment metrics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational sta...
1 week ago
$71K - $125K *
Partner with us to support commercial lending relationships under $10M. Collaborate with sales, manage credit processes, create pitch materials, conduct due diligence, and ensure timely approvals whil...
Reposted 3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Pioneer data-driven insights in a dynamic marketing analytics environment. Own end-to-end analytics processes, from SQL and Python analysis to dbt model integration, ensuring impactful recommendations...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Advertising & Marketing Accounting Senior Analyst
$80K - $134K *
Optimize financial processes by supporting A&M accounting and controls, focusing on marketing investments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, enhance reporting, and drive ef...
3 weeks ago
$106K - $175K *
Drive impactful B2B marketing initiatives by collaborating across teams to create compelling content and campaigns that enhance customer engagement and optimize performance through data-driven insight...
3 weeks ago
$106K - $175K *
Lead integrated B2B marketing campaigns by collaborating across teams to create compelling content and optimize performance through data-driven insights, enhancing market education and adoption of dig...
3 weeks ago
$68K - $102K *
Analyze and optimize supply chain operations, turning data into actionable insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels across sourcing, inv...
Reposted 5 days ago
$94K - $115K *
Analyze financial data and develop budgets to support leadership decisions. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate reporting and resource utilization while identifying trends and providing actionab...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Champion the integrity and accuracy of master data across ERP systems, driving data governance and quality initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data management processes and...
3 weeks ago
Senior Product Analyst, Consumer Analytics (f/m/x)
$88K - $100K *
Join a team that's driving data-informed product decisions through advanced analytics. Collaborate globally to enhance user experiences and optimize growth initiatives, leveraging cutting-edge tools a...
1 week ago
National Account Manager - Digital Commerce eGrocery
$84K - $134K *
Advance your career by driving online grocery growth through strategic customer relationships and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize digital execution and enha...
2 days ago
$105K - $140K *
Transform procurement processes by leading sourcing initiatives, analyzing supplier performance, and driving operational efficiencies in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Collaborate with cross-fu...
2 weeks ago
What does a Category Analyst do?
A Category Analyst studies product and category data—such as sales, pricing, promotions, inventory, and customer trends—and shares recommendations to improve business performance.
What skills are important for Category Analyst jobs?
Commonly valued skills include data analysis, Excel, SQL, forecasting, dashboard development, knowledge of business or retail metrics, and clear communication with stakeholders.
What industries hire Category Analysts?
Category Analysts work across retail, consumer packaged goods, e-commerce, distribution, and other industries where companies manage product categories and make data-informed assortment or pricing decisions.
Do Category Analyst jobs pay $100,000 or more?
Some experienced and senior Category Analyst roles meet or exceed $100,000, but pay varies by employer, location, industry, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying at least $100,000.
How can I find a Category Analyst job on Ladders?
Browse Category Analyst listings on Ladders, review each role’s qualifications and responsibilities, and apply to opportunities that fit your experience and career goals.