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.
$90K - $132K *
Lead and innovate multi-channel digital marketing strategies, optimizing enterprise-level paid social campaigns. Collaborate with teams to exceed client goals while driving meaningful results across v...
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Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) Analyst
$87K - $102K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance forecasting accuracy and inventory performance through collaborative planning with key retailers and e-commerce partners. Leverage analytical skills and relationship man...
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$120K - $180K *
Drive impactful growth as you manage strategic accounts, fostering relationships and generating demand. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure customer satisfaction and align business strat...
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Manage strategic customer relationships to drive revenue growth and demand creation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of initiatives while leveraging technical ex...
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Optimize strategic account management by driving revenue growth and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. Collaborate across functions to ensure customer satisfaction and successful execution...
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$86K - $129K *
Elevate your career by supporting day-to-day accounting operations, focusing on banking, cash activity, and multi-state tax reporting. Collaborate with finance leaders to ensure accurate financial rep...
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Senior Manager - Shopper Activation
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading shopper marketing initiatives that enhance the customer journey, drive sales, and optimize brand visibility across various retail channels through strategic collaboration a...
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Account Manager, Client Services
$90K - $132K *
Grow client success by leading cross-functional digital media strategies, leveraging data to optimize performance, and nurturing relationships with major clients to drive sustainable business impact a...
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Account Manager, Client Services
$90K - $132K *
Pioneer cross-functional strategies that enhance digital marketing effectiveness for enterprise clients. Engage with senior stakeholders and drive insights-based decisions to optimize media impact bey...
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Account Manager, Client Services
$90K - $132K *
Drive enterprise-level digital strategies while managing client relationships and leading cross-functional teams to achieve optimal media outcomes and business impact...
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$80K - $110K *
Join a team that's driving growth in investor relations by supporting fundraising and servicing initiatives. Collaborate with colleagues across locations to enhance investor engagement and streamline...
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$88K - $105K *
Unlock growth by managing category strategies, analyzing data, and driving sales performance through actionable insights and strong customer relationships. Collaborate across teams to enhance market p...
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$80K - $96K *
Drive financial excellence by overseeing planning, execution, and reporting for high-impact programs. Collaborate across teams to provide data-driven insights and strategic recommendations that enhanc...
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Market Intelligence (Category Management) Associate Manager
$80K - $100K *
Unlock potential by analyzing market trends and consumer insights to drive strategic decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable recommendations that enhance busines...
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$116K - $151K *
Manage procurement projects and sourcing strategies, leading teams to optimize spend, enhance supplier relationships, and achieve corporate savings goals through innovative solutions and effective col...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the development and scaling of our connector ecosystem, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform strategic opportunities into actionable product initiatives that enhance client mark...
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Join a team that's redefining business identity solutions. As a Product Manager, you'll drive strategy, development, and performance of our Business Identity Graph, collaborating with cross-functional...
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$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by directing product strategy for data-centric solutions, collaborating across teams to enhance product performance and drive innovation. Own the product lifecycle from conception to...
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$95K - $115K *
Elevate product management by integrating diverse datasets into innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance existing products and drive new data initiatives from concept t...
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$110K - $130K *
Unlock insights by developing predictive models and advanced analytics solutions that enhance customer engagement and drive business growth. Collaborate across teams to deliver data-driven strategies...
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Principal Product Marketing & Pricing Manager
$120K - $145K *
Transform market strategies by leading product positioning, pricing, and go-to-market initiatives. Collaborate across teams to leverage insights for sustainable growth and articulate the value of inno...
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Technical Analyst - Purchasing Finance
$80K - $95K *
Optimize financial performance by coordinating evaluations and analyses of engineering changes. Engage cross-functional teams to ensure cost transparency and governance while driving continuous improv...
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Product Analyst, Banking Operations
$125K - $145K *
Collaborate with stakeholders to define product vision, analyze operations data, and drive insights for Banking Operations. Support agile processes and enhance user adoption through effective communic...
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Product Analyst, Banking Operations
$104K - $120K *
Transform banking operations by analyzing data, defining product vision, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance efficiency and drive measurable outcomes in a dynamic environment...
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Drive impactful pricing strategies by collaborating with partners and teams to analyze, implement, and track client fee agreements, ensuring data-driven insights enhance financial outcomes and client...
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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.