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.
$120K - $130K *
Shape the future of indirect procurement by developing strategies that optimize spend, enhance supplier relationships, and drive measurable cost savings across diverse categories while leading a dedic...
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$80K - $95K *
Champion financial integrity by enhancing controls and supporting management reporting. Collaborate with finance teams to deliver accurate analysis, forecasts, and compliance, driving improvement in b...
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Senior Financial Analyst (hybrid)
$90K - $110K *
Unlock potential by joining our Finance team to provide critical financial analysis and insights, enhancing decision-making and resource allocation while ensuring data integrity in a dynamic, collabor...
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$61K - $113K *
Partner with us to drive financial analysis and insights for our Commercial Water Solutions team, enhancing productivity and reporting accuracy while collaborating with cross-functional teams to suppo...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Associate Director, Gross-to-Net & Sales Planning
$119K - $222K *
Champion gross-to-net forecast planning for Government segments, collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure accurate analysis and reporting. Drive AI-enabled automation and process improvements to...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by maintaining and enhancing EPBCS/ARCS systems, supporting financial processes, and collaborating with IT to implement solutions. Join a dynamic team focused on global finance and...
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$85K - $102K *
Unlock potential by analyzing market data to drive profitable pricing strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance sales initiatives and optimize customer-centric pricing solutions in the aftermark...
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$88K - $105K *
Champion data-driven pricing strategies to enhance profitability and sales. Collaborate across teams to analyze market trends and develop customer-centric solutions, while providing analytical support...
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$140K - $185K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, manage roadmaps, and enhance customer experiences. Lead product initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals while mentoring j...
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$137K - $196K *
Unlock strategic pricing potential by developing and executing innovative pricing strategies across retail, fleet, and wholesale channels, enhancing profitability through data-driven insights and cros...
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$137K - $196K *
Create and execute pricing strategies for retail, fleet, and wholesale fuels, leveraging market insights to enhance profitability and performance. Collaborate across teams to drive analytical pricing...
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Market Research & Analysis Manager, iPhone
$130K - $155K *
Transform data into actionable insights by leveraging innovative research methodologies. Collaborate with leaders to drive strategic decisions through in-depth market analysis and customer insights, e...
1 month ago
Manager, Category Advisory - Walmart
$95K - $115K *
Champion category growth by leveraging data-driven insights and strategic recommendations. Collaborate with Walmart's merchant team to optimize product assortments and enhance customer satisfaction wh...
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$98K - $120K *
Lead critical IT Audit and Compliance initiatives, enhancing risk management and governance. Effectively bridge business needs with technical solutions while driving process improvements and ensuring...
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Analyst, Operations Finance & Systems
$80K - $95K *
Empower your career by designing and enhancing automated reporting solutions. Collaborate across functions to improve financial processes, drive data integrity, and deliver actionable insights that op...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Business Analyst, Finance Analytics
$83K - $108K *
Empower business outcomes by analyzing financial metrics and trends. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to narrate performance insights and enhance reporting, driving strategic priorities and inf...
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$125K - $175K *
Champion growth initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize sales enablement tools, analyze market insights, and enhance performance metrics, driving exceptional client experi...
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$125K - $175K *
Join a team that's dedicated to empowering Client Advisors with innovative tools and insights. Drive growth initiatives and enhance operational efficiency through strategic sales enablement and data-d...
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$125K - $175K *
Lead the charge in empowering Client Advisors with tools, insights, and training to enhance client experiences and drive organic revenue growth through strategic sales enablement initiatives...
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$125K - $175K *
Empower Client Advisors and Growth Leadership with tools, insights, and training to enhance client experiences, drive revenue growth, and improve operational efficiency through strategic initiatives a...
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$125K - $175K *
Empower growth by optimizing sales tools and analytics, translating data into insights, and enhancing market intelligence to drive client success and operational efficiency...
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Join a team that's driving growth through innovative sales enablement strategies. Collaborate across functions to optimize tools, analyze data, and enhance client experiences, all while supporting a c...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $175K *
Shape the future of sales enablement by empowering Client Advisors with tools, insights, and training to enhance client experiences and drive revenue growth. Collaborate across teams to optimize strat...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $175K *
Take ownership of sales enablement initiatives, optimizing tools and insights to empower Client Advisors and drive revenue growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance and market inte...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $175K *
Drive impactful sales enablement initiatives by optimizing tools, analyzing data, and delivering insights to enhance client experiences and operational efficiency, ultimately supporting revenue growth...
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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.