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.
Analyst, Product Marketing - Core Products
$84K - $135K *
Transform marketing strategies for a dynamic portfolio of Core Products. Collaborate across teams to execute initiatives, develop content, and measure performance, while thriving in a fast-paced envir...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Analyze data to drive strategic decisions in collections operations, utilizing advanced analytics techniques. Collaborate with teams to enhance reporting systems and provide insights that influence ma...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by leveraging advanced analytics to drive strategic insights and enhance collections operations. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes and deliver impactful recommendations...
1 week ago
Category Manager, Raw Materials
$90K - $110K *
Unlock potential by leading strategic procurement of raw materials, ensuring supply security and driving performance improvements while managing supplier relationships and cost reduction initiatives...
Reposted 5 days ago
$117K - $145K *
Transform digital marketing strategies by leveraging data analytics to optimize campaign performance. Collaborate with teams to deliver actionable insights and drive client success through innovative...
3 weeks ago
Associate Director, Paid Social
$96K - $135K *
Elevate your career as a strategic leader in paid social, driving growth through innovative strategies and high-performing teams. Leverage your expertise to optimize complex campaigns and foster colla...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in optimizing business processes and technology solutions, serving as the primary liaison between stakeholders and technical teams to enhance operational efficiency and customer experi...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform business processes by analyzing needs and optimizing Salesforce solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency while leading agile deliver...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion business process optimization by leading analysis and technology solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance Salesforce capabilities, improve operations, and deliver measurable value...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Optimize business processes and technology solutions by leading analysis, improvement initiatives, and stakeholder collaboration. Drive operational efficiency and enhance customer experience through e...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $96K *
Unlock insights through data analysis and financial assessments to enhance Navy business operations. Collaborate with multi-location teams and government stakeholders to drive effective decision-makin...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $96K *
Join a team that's enhancing Navy operations through data-driven analysis, financial assessments, and risk management. Collaborate across locations to deliver actionable insights and support mission-c...
2 weeks ago
Senior Analyst, Site Merchandising
$74K - $101K *
Optimize the online shopping experience by analyzing site performance, enhancing customer journeys, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive engagement and conversion through data-driven...
2 days ago
Senior Analyst, Site Merchandising
$74K - $101K *
Advance site merchandising strategies by optimizing customer experiences, enhancing engagement, and driving conversions through data analysis and collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve o...
2 days ago
$84K - $110K *
Shape the future of supply chain excellence by optimizing inventory and case-fill performance. Collaborate with external partners to ensure timely delivery and operational efficiency while driving con...
1 week ago
$75K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing payroll operations through audits, reconciliations, and compliance in a dynamic healthcare environment. Collaborate with various departments to ensure accura...
Today
$75K - $100K *
Drive payroll accuracy and compliance by analyzing data, resolving discrepancies, and enhancing processes. Collaborate with HR and finance teams to support payroll operations in a dynamic healthcare e...
Today
$75K - $100K *
Optimize payroll operations by ensuring accuracy and compliance through audits, reconciliations, and process improvements. Collaborate with HR, Finance, and operational leaders to enhance payroll syst...
Today
$75K - $100K *
Analyze payroll operations to ensure accuracy and compliance while collaborating with HR, Finance, and operational leaders. Drive process improvements and support payroll systems in a dynamic healthca...
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$75K - $100K *
Take ownership of payroll operations by ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency through audits, reconciliations, and process improvements. Collaborate with HR and finance teams to support a comp...
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$75K - $100K *
Unlock your potential by supporting payroll operations through audits, reconciliations, and compliance in a dynamic healthcare environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy and enhance proces...
Today
$100K - $120K *
Unlock your potential by collaborating across teams to drive strategic insights and performance metrics, ensuring impactful business growth while enhancing colleague experience in a dynamic environmen...
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Data Operations & Solutions Analyst
$100K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team as a Data Operations & Solutions Analyst, supporting enterprise data platforms and reporting solutions. Leverage your SQL skills and analytical expertise to ensure data quality and...
2 weeks ago
Data Operations & Solutions Analyst
$100K - $110K *
Support enterprise data platforms and reporting solutions, ensuring data quality and reliability. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, develop SQL queries, and create insightful reports, enh...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Elevate data-driven decision-making by executing ETL processes, leading analytics projects, and creating impactful visual reports. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality and support wil...
6 days 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.