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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$90K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance financial planning, data quality, and legal invoice operations. Support budgeting, forecasting, and AI-driven insights to optimize Corporate Affairs' financial processes...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion the lifecycle acquisition process by providing expert guidance and support for program management, ensuring timely procurement actions and compliance throughout the Mapping, Charting, and Geo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of full lifecycle acquisition management for complex government programs, ensuring compliance and mission success. Lead requirement validation, procurement package development, and cont...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the integration of complex systems and manage program performance to support strategic objectives. Collaborate with government personnel to ensure effective execution of tactical ISR initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in lifecycle acquisition management for complex government programs, ensuring compliance and mission success through comprehensive requirements documentation and proactive contract exe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the lifecycle acquisition management for complex government programs, ensuring compliance and mission success. Oversee procurement package development, validate requirements, and monitor contract...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex government programs by leading lifecycle acquisition efforts, validating requirements, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop procurement packages and enha...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Champion strategic acquisition and program management for complex GEOINT initiatives, interfacing with senior leadership and ensuring alignment with agency objectives while managing cross-functional d...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Engage in a dynamic role supporting the full acquisition lifecycle, collaborating with diverse teams to develop key documents and ensure timely procurement actions for critical programs in the Mapping...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving the lifecycle acquisition process for complex government programs. You'll validate requirements, develop procurement packages, and ensure compliance, serving as the primary...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead the lifecycle acquisition program, integrating complex systems and managing performance metrics to support strategic objectives in a high-stakes environment. Collaborate with government personnel...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the lifecycle acquisition process for complex government programs, ensuring comprehensive requirements management and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop procurement packages and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform the lifecycle acquisition process by validating requirements, managing procurement packages, and ensuring compliance for complex government programs, while serving as the primary acquisition...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to provide strategic acquisition and program management support for complex GEOINT initiatives. Collaborate with senior leaders to ensure alignment with agency objectives and drive...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex government programs by leading lifecycle acquisition management, validating requirements, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to develop procurement packages and monitor...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Elevate strategic acquisition and program management for complex GEOINT initiatives. Collaborate with senior leaders to ensure alignment with agency objectives while managing cross-functional dependen...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead comprehensive lifecycle acquisition management for complex government programs, ensuring compliance and mission success through effective requirement validation, procurement package development...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to drive strategic acquisition and program management for complex GEOINT initiatives, interfacing with senior leadership and ensuring alignment with agency objectives while managin...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of government programs by leading lifecycle acquisition management. Collaborate with teams to validate requirements, develop procurement packages, and ensure compliance for complex co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform third-party management by leading strategic oversight and governance initiatives. Drive compliance, optimize vendor relationships, and enhance risk management practices while collaborating w...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion the lifecycle acquisition process for complex government programs, ensuring compliance and mission success. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop comprehensive documentation and manage con...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $125K *

Drive business success by optimizing ERP systems and processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate operational needs into scalable solutions, ensuring data integrity and enhancing us...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Unlock strategic pricing insights by analyzing data, driving pricing principles, and optimizing discount budgets. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance pricing strategies and deliver actionable an...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Optimize pricing strategies by driving analytics and insights that shape strategic principles, discount budgets, and in-season performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate complex data int...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform pricing analytics by driving strategic principles, managing discount budgets, and delivering in-season insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to turn complex data into actionable recommend...

3 weeks ago

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

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.