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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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming client loyalty data into actionable insights. You'll leverage advanced analytics and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to transform client loyalty data into actionable insights, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing customer engagement through innovative data visualization and collaboration w...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives across the Americas, managing supplier relationships and leading negotiations for Warehouse Solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve procureme...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$87K - $105K *

Transform consumer insights into actionable strategies that drive brand performance and campaign success. Collaborate cross-functionally to analyze data, develop recommendations, and enhance understan...

Today

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

$79K - $104K *

Transform the supply chain landscape by leading demand planning initiatives, collaborating with sales and cross-functional teams to optimize forecasts for a diverse portfolio, and driving operational...

Brantford, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $148K *

Manage packaging sustainability data governance and reporting processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and provide actionable insights, driving continuous improvement...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $105K *

Transform the future of solar and battery storage by supporting sales initiatives in robotics and AI. Collaborate across teams to deliver precise proposals and insights, enhancing operational efficien...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to support sales in robotics and AI for solar and battery storage. Manage customer data, develop proposals, and collaborate across departments to enhance operational efficiency and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $180K *

Drive impactful product decisions by leveraging data insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define success metrics, lead experiments, and enhance user experiences in a dynamic, fast-pace...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$64K - $127K *

Shape the future of media campaigns by partnering with sales teams to ensure client success. Drive campaign execution, optimization, and reporting while enhancing client satisfaction in a fast-paced e...

2 weeks ago

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

$102K - $170K *

Lead the charge in shaping procurement strategies that drive innovation and efficiency across North America, connecting brand ambitions with supplier capabilities to deliver impactful solutions and en...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$102K - $170K *

Drive innovation in procurement by connecting brand ambitions with supplier capabilities. Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across North America, shaping the future of product launches through effec...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform pricing strategies and drive financial success by analyzing data, coaching teams, and supporting new business initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to enhance pricing processes and achiev...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$128K - $192K *

Provide your expertise in digital procurement as a Senior Manager, leading technology deployment, enhancements, and analytics. Drive efficiency and compliance by overseeing procurement platforms and f...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise technology research. You'll analyze market trends, produce insights, and support strategic decisions in software, cloud, cybersecurity, and AI, driv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing pricing strategies through data analysis and collaboration. Drive sales and profitability by providing actionable insights to cross-functional teams while en...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive procurement excellence by developing strategies for sourcing and managing supplier relationships. Lead initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness in a dynamic, multi-so...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, optimizing supplier performance, and driving category management excellence across diverse teams to enhance value and mitigate risks in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $113K *

Join our dynamic team to develop competitive proposals and support pricing strategies in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive successful neg...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $119K *

Drive data governance and analytics for global procurement, enhancing reporting and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement AI solutions and optimize operational data using Micr...

2 weeks ago

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

$71K - $119K *

Join a team that's redefining procurement analytics by leveraging data insights to enhance decision-making and operational excellence across a global organization. Collaborate with cross-functional te...

2 weeks ago

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

$71K - $119K *

Tackle the future of procurement analytics by owning critical reporting, enhancing data governance, and collaborating with teams to drive insights and operational excellence across a global organizati...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $140K *

Lead global strategy for passive electronic components, driving supplier performance and innovation across divisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supply assurance and optimize co...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leveraging analytics for impactful decision-making across sales and portfolio management. This hands-on role provides cross-functional visibility, enabling data-driven...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data analytics to drive insights and support digital product delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client engagements and develop your consulting...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.

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