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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.

What Does a Category Analyst Do?

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.

Common Responsibilities

Analyze category sales, pricing, assortment, inventory, and promotional performance.
Develop dashboards, forecasts, and reports using tools such as Excel, SQL, or business intelligence platforms.
Identify trends and recommend ways to improve revenue, margins, market share, or product availability.
Support assortment planning, category reviews, and business presentations.
Collaborate with merchandising, finance, marketing, supply chain, and sales teams.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Look For

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.

Find Category Analyst Opportunities on Ladders

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.

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Top companies hiring for Category Analyst

Accenture Saatchi & Saatchi Koch Industries Geico Apogee Enterprises, Inc Ecolab AbbVie Airlines Reporting Corporation Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated Citigroup, Inc Ferrero International Mars Inc Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA Kimberly-Clark Corporation Acxiom

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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.