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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$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 *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $100K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $105K *

Support the commercial team by managing customer data, developing proposals, and coordinating with various departments to enhance sales opportunities in robotics and AI for solar and battery storage p...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $89K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$86K - $119K *

Join us in shaping the future of finance by bridging accounting rigor with innovative financial strategies. You'll lead cost architecture, P&L reporting, and support agile business models for new grow...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Innovate with us to enhance AI-driven capabilities on our platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to define and execute transformative solutions that modernize the insurance fo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $193K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $184K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of ecommerce and analytics, leading cross-functional teams to enhance digital performance and drive actionable insights for the Pet business. Shape strategies t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $184K *

Join a dynamic team to lead ecommerce analytics, transforming data into actionable insights. Collaborate across functions to enhance digital performance and drive strategic decisions that fuel growth...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$73K - $101K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$60K - $140K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive procurement analytics excellence by developing pricing models and tools that enhance strategic sourcing performance, cost visibility, and supplier negotiations while collaborating across teams t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $155K *

Pioneer data-driven solutions by translating complex business problems into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data quality, visualization, and strategy, while mentoring jun...

6 days ago

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

$65K - $95K *

Analyze procurement operations to enhance efficiency in purchase order processing, supplier management, and compliance monitoring. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure adherence to policies while l...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K *

Lead the charge in transforming product data governance and analytics. Establish a unified source of truth for product metrics, drive strategic KPI development, and enhance transparency across teams t...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $133K *

Analyze product performance and trends to support strategic initiatives. Collaborate with Product Managers and Actuaries to provide actionable insights, manage projects, and enhance efficiencies throu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $106K *

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1 week ago

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

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.