Explore Category Analyst Jobs

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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$89K - $125K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth for the Walmart account by leveraging advanced analytics and shopper insights to optimize category performance and enhance buyer partnerships across retail...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $90K *

Take ownership of procurement operations by enhancing systems, data, and processes. Collaborate across departments to ensure accurate supplier information and compliance while driving efficiency in th...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Advance data strategy and business intelligence initiatives to enhance Market Access and Patient Services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data pipelines, ensure data integrity, an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $110K *

Drive financial insights and analysis in a dynamic FP&A team, ensuring accurate reporting, forecasting, and cross-functional support. Collaborate with various departments to enhance business performan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering insightful financial analysis and strategic support. This hands-on role involves management reporting, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration to dri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$70K - $95K *

Drive actuarial analysis for large commercial accounts, ensuring pricing adequacy and profitability. Collaborate with underwriters to evaluate complex portfolios and enhance analytical processes, supp...

Markham, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $131K *

Elevate financial insights by consolidating and analyzing results for North America. Collaborate across teams to enhance forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning, driving impactful decisions in...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$107K - $148K *

Unlock your potential by leading Creative Advertising and Procurement strategies, driving synergies across marketing sub-categories, and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve financial goals and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $140K *

Pioneer pricing strategies driving revenue growth in a dynamic aerospace sector. Lead a team to enhance pricing governance and decision-making while collaborating across divisions. Engage with complex...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$64K - $106K *

Take ownership of store application support, vendor coordination, and incident management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improve...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$64K - $106K *

Join a dynamic team to manage store application support, vendor coordination, and incident management. Leverage your ITSM expertise to enhance operational efficiency and drive continuous improvement a...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $154K *

Champion sourcing excellence by negotiating with vendors to secure optimal costs. Leverage market insights to guide category strategies and collaborate with teams to enhance product offerings and driv...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $110K *

Deliver exceptional client service and operational excellence in wealth management. Leverage your expertise to support high-net-worth clients, manage accounts, and ensure compliance while mentoring ju...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you develop and maintain demand forecasting models, collaborating across functions to optimize supply chain efficiency and drive business success through data-driven insights an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing external manufacturing processes. You will analyze supplier performance, maintain operational reporting, and coordinate actions to enhance supply continuity...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $120K *

Champion cost efficiency by analyzing product designs and vendor quotes. Lead cost estimation efforts, mentor junior analysts, and ensure budget adherence while optimizing production processes for max...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$70K - $120K *

Engage in optimizing production costs as a Senior Cost Analyst, overseeing cost estimates, vendor negotiations, and team mentorship. Drive efficiency and support product development while managing bud...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$82K - $117K *

Tackle complex financial challenges as you partner with business leaders to develop models, analyze data, and drive operational improvements in a dynamic environment focused on AI and shopping technol...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career by managing and optimizing global paid social and programmatic campaigns. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive full-funnel growth and deliver data-driven insights...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize global category management by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, conducting market research, and mentoring teams to drive measurable business value and compliance across sourcing process...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of extrusion technology by driving product strategy, managing the portfolio, and collaborating across functions to deliver innovative solutions that meet market d...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $107K *

Take ownership of financial reporting and planning at an enterprise level, enabling insightful analysis and strategic guidance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business performance an...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Develop executive relationships and drive growth by managing the full commercial lifecycle of client accounts, ensuring successful launches, renewals, and expansion of services while aligning with int...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth by cultivating executive relationships and expanding customer engagement. Own account strategy, manage renewals, and ensure successful launches while coordinating cross-functional teams t...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer growth by cultivating executive relationships and driving revenue through strategic account management, expansion initiatives, and successful customer launches. Collaborate across teams to ens...

Holmdel, NJRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Category Analyst do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Browse Category Analyst listings on Ladders, review each role’s qualifications and responsibilities, and apply to opportunities that fit your experience and career goals.