Explore High Paying Category Manager Jobs with Ladders

Find some of the best vetted, professional-level Category Manager job openings with salaries starting from $100,000 on Ladders. We curate high-quality job listings from trusted employers across a variety of sectors.

What is a Category Manager?

A Category Manager is responsible for managing a group or category of products for their company. Their main role includes the development and execution of marketing plans to increase the total sales of the categories they manage.

Skills required for Category Manager Jobs

Some crucial skills for Category Manager positions include analytical abilities, strategic thinking, negotiation, product knowledge, and understanding consumer behavior patterns.

Career Opportunities and Growth

As a Category Manager, there are numerous possibilities for career advancement and development. Managers can advance into roles like Senior Category Manager, Director of Category Management, or similar executive positions.

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$70K - $95K *

Empower our category management by owning strategies, optimizing assortments, and driving performance initiatives. Collaborate across functions to transform insights into impactful business plans that...

Kelowna, BCIn-Person

4 days ago

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

$97K - $142K *

Join a team that's committed to driving innovation in the food industry. As a key player in maximizing sales and product success, you'll collaborate across departments to enhance vendor relationships...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $95K *

Advance strategic category initiatives to enhance sales, profit, and market share in the US Automotive Aftermarket. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement, marketing, and vend...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$125K - $140K *

Take ownership of a multi-million dollar prepared foods portfolio to drive growth, innovation, and cross-functional strategy. Collaborate with teams in margin management, pricing, and customer engagem...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$129K - $193K *

Elevate procurement strategies by leading global initiatives, managing high-stakes negotiations, and driving cost-saving measures that align with long-term business goals while building collaborative...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $136K *

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across diverse retail operations, collaborating with various teams to enhance efficiency, drive cost savings, and build strong business partnerships. Enhance catego...

Today

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

$90K - $120K *

Advance your career by managing key product lines, driving sales, and enhancing category performance through strategic planning, pricing, and merchandising in a fast-paced retail environment...

Today

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

$90K - $120K *

Optimize product categories by managing sales, purchasing, pricing, and promotions to achieve margin goals. Conduct market analysis and maintain vendor relationships to drive profitability and enhance...

Today

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

$90K - $120K *

Shape your career as you manage product categories, drive sales, and develop strategic business plans to meet revenue goals while overseeing pricing, inventory, and merchandising initiatives for a dyn...

Today

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

$90K - $120K *

Take ownership of a product line by developing strategic plans and managing pricing, sales, and inventory. Collaborate with teams to enhance product offerings and drive profitability, ensuring alignme...

Today

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

$90K - $130K *

Champion the management of product lines, driving strategy, sales, and merchandising. You'll enhance inventory processes while maintaining profit goals and crafting promotional plans to elevate catego...

Today

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

$85K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at driving retailer success through actionable category strategies for Spreads, Creams, and Cheese, fostering collaboration and data-driven storytelling to enhance sales and profit...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$66K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead innovative sourcing strategies that enhance procurement processes and drive value through data analytics, stakeholder collaboration, and digital transformation. Elevate cat...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Drive category performance by managing product assortment, pricing, and promotions. Analyze market trends and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance visibility and competitiveness while co...

Reposted yesterday

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

$85K - $114K *

Drive the growth of the Parts & Accessories business by managing seller performance, building strategic partnerships, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance marketplace success, delivering ac...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving efficiency and cost savings through strategic procurement of IT and service solutions, collaborating with cross-functional partners to enhance operational effectiveness and...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $126K *

Elevate your impact by leading strategic partnerships with retail customers to drive category growth, leveraging insights, data, and collaborative strategies to enhance market share across the conveni...

4 weeks ago

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

$87K - $126K *

Shape strategic partnerships and drive growth in the convenience channel by leveraging insights and data analysis to support category management objectives. Collaborate closely with retailer decision...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $90K *

Optimize dairy sourcing and supplier relations across a national restaurant network. Manage logistics, quality standards, and cost control while partnering with culinary, operations, and finance for i...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $145K *

Champion strategic procurement initiatives to optimize spend categories, driving substantial cost reductions and productivity improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance qu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$111K - $153K *

Join a dynamic team as a Category Manager, leveraging data insights to drive category growth, work cross-functionally, and partner with key stakeholders for impactful decision-making. Champion shopper...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential in a remote role, driving data-driven insights and strategies for growth in the Small Format channel. Partner with sales to translate analytics into actionable plans, enhancing r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's reshaping category management through actionable insights and analytics. Drive growth for brand and retailer partners in the Small Format channel, translating complex data into comp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Category Manager, driving strategy and insights for retail growth in the Small Format channel. Influence sales execution through data storytelling and collaboration with fie...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $120K *

Innovate category strategies and insights that drive growth and profitability in the Small Format channel by leveraging data, collaborating with sales teams, and developing actionable recommendations...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Category Manager do?question toggle

    A Category Manager oversees the management, pricing, sales, and overall performance of specific product categories within a company.

  • What are the qualifications for a Category Manager job?question toggle

    Qualifications can vary per industry, but generally, a Bachelor's degree in business or a relevant field, coupled with experience in retail, marketing, or sales, is required.

  • What skills do I need for a Category Manager job?question toggle

    Key skills include analytical skills, business acumen, negotiation skills, and a strong understanding of consumer behavior.

  • What is the average salary of a Category Manager?question toggle

    While salaries can vary depending on the industry and level of responsibility, Category Manager positions listed on Ladders start at $100,000.