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.
Principal Analyst, Demand Generation - Paid Social & Programatic
$120K - $145K *
Lead global paid media campaigns across paid social and programmatic channels, optimizing execution from strategy to reporting. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive impactful resul...
3 weeks ago
$116K - $175K *
Develop and maintain cost models while analyzing data to provide independent price recommendations. Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to ensure compliance and support negotiations, contrib...
6 days ago
$116K - $175K *
Champion the analysis of pricing and cost data to drive strategic negotiations. Leverage extensive experience to validate supplier proposals and develop cost models, ensuring compliance with regulatio...
1 week ago
Sr Analyst, Continuous Improvement
$75K - $86K *
Transform operational performance by leading data-driven initiatives and cross-functional projects. Drive continuous improvement in bakery efficiency, enhance productivity, and support business object...
1 week ago
Sr Analyst, Continuous Improvement
$75K - $86K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing bakery performance through data analysis and process improvement. As a Senior Analyst, you'll lead initiatives that drive efficiency and operational excellenc...
1 week ago
Associate Manager, Channel Marketing-Retail
$80K - $95K *
Shape your career by leading data-driven marketing strategies for retail partners. Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop impactful marketing plans and drive customer engagement while managing b...
2 weeks ago
Head of Market Data Sourcing and Procurement, Managing Director
$170K - $252K *
Elevate your career by leading strategic Market Data sourcing initiatives, optimizing vendor partnerships, and driving cost-effective solutions to meet business needs while ensuring compliance and mit...
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Head of Market Data Sourcing and Procurement, Managing Director
$170K - $252K *
Join a team that's redefining market data sourcing strategy, leading negotiations, and optimizing vendor relationships to enhance business performance while managing compliance and minimizing risks in...
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Head of Market Data Sourcing and Procurement, Managing Director
$170K - $252K *
Pioneer effective Market Data strategies to enhance business objectives, manage vendor relationships, and negotiate complex agreements while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and optimizin...
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$85K - $105K *
Transform your career by driving optimization strategies that enhance user experiences and boost conversion rates. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage testing roadmaps and implement data...
1 week ago
$85K - $105K *
Optimize consumer experiences by driving testing initiatives, managing the roadmap, and collaborating with teams to enhance landing pages and web forms, ultimately increasing conversion rates and supp...
1 week ago
Senior Analyst, Fraud Strategy
$95K - $115K *
Shape effective fraud prevention strategies while analyzing risks in consumer lending, optimizing automated processes, and collaborating across teams to drive continuous improvements and ensure a secu...
Reposted 1 week ago
$85K - $105K *
Elevate your career by driving optimization strategies that enhance user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage testing roadmaps, execute A/B tests, and translate insights into...
1 week ago
Senior Analyst, Commercial Analytics & Revenue Growth Management
$78K - $97K *
Champion data-driven insights to enhance revenue growth and optimize pricing strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence commercial decisions and drive sustainable business perfor...
2 weeks ago
$105K - $140K *
Lead analytics projects to drive commercial strategies, leveraging data insights to enhance pricing, packaging, and market plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable recommen...
1 week ago
$98K - $157K *
Transform product marketing for ERP platforms by crafting compelling messaging and content. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive go-to-market strategies and enhance customer engagement thr...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform procurement processes by joining our dynamic team as a Senior Procurement Analyst. Leverage your expertise to ensure compliance, manage contracts, and support agency needs while driving oper...
6 days ago
Sr. Analyst, Digital Analytics
$80K - $95K *
Transform customer insights into actionable strategies by analyzing digital behavior across platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience, optimize performance, and dri...
2 weeks ago
$100K *
Lead the charge in developing sourcing strategies for electro-mechanical assemblies and RF components. Drive supplier performance, cost reduction, and risk mitigation while aligning sourcing decisions...
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$70K - $160K *
Accelerate progress at the intersection of finance and analysis. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize compensation structures and reporting, while driving strategic projects that enhance operati...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $120K *
Transform data into actionable insights by analyzing pricing databases and inventory metrics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting solutions and drive process improvements in s...
2 weeks ago
Market Design Analyst II or I - Markets+
$64K - $99K *
Drive market design innovations by analyzing and implementing effective strategies. Collaborate with teams to enhance market functionality and ensure alignment with objectives while engaging stakehold...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Sr Analyst, Product Management & Development
$85K - $132K *
Lead impactful initiatives in US Equity Indices, driving product development and client solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance workflows and deliver innovative index solutions in a dynamic inv...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $150K *
Shape the future of data analytics by developing innovative solutions using Palantir Foundry. Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to enhance data integration, analytics, and user applica...
Reposted 5 days ago
Sr Analyst - Advanced Business Analytics
$85K - $150K *
Shape the future of data-driven decision-making by leading analytics projects, collaborating with stakeholders, and providing strategic insights that drive business objectives and performance improvem...
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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.