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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$95K - $115K *

Tackle procurement challenges by developing and implementing strategies that optimize costs, quality, and supplier reliability within the NonMetallics Category, contributing to a team driving sustaina...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion the management of MRO categories and strategies, enhancing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and delivering productivity initiatives to support business objectives in a dynamic r...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform the partner management landscape by leading a dedicated category team, enhancing commercial relationships and driving operational excellence to optimize profitability and support sales strat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $95K *

Optimize category management strategies by utilizing advanced analytics to drive product growth, enhance client relations, and support key performance objectives across retail channels, acting as a st...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in category management by optimizing product assortments, pricing, and supplier performance. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive profitable growth and enhance cust...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize procurement strategies by leading indirect sourcing initiatives to enhance profitability and supplier performance while partnering with stakeholders and employing innovative cost management t...

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the sourcing strategy and vendor negotiations for IT categories, enhancing value, reducing risk, and generating savings while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize technology spen...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the management and strategy of product categories to drive sales, pricing, and merchandising efforts while ensuring inventory optimization and effective vendor partnerships aimed at achieving tar...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion product strategies and drive profitability through effective management of purchasing, pricing, and merchandising to achieve sales goals and optimize inventory for diverse product categories...

1 week ago

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

$101K - $151K *

Innovate category management strategies to enhance customer growth, using insights to optimize assortments, planograms, and pricing strategies while collaborating across teams to achieve retail object...

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Reposted yesterday

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

$77K - $135K *

Engage in all facets of supply chain sourcing processes, managing laboratory agreements, conducting market assessments, and implementing strategies to enhance value and efficiency for stakeholders whi...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a role focused on developing sustainable procurement strategies, ensuring supplier compliance, and managing risk to achieve cost reduction goals and operational excellence...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $175K *

Lead strategic sourcing for electronics components, driving category management and supplier negotiations to ensure optimal production continuity and quality. Collaborate with engineering, quality, an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Develop and execute global commodity strategies by collaborating with engineering, operations, and quality teams. Lead supplier selection, negotiations, and productivity initiatives to optimize costs...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$100K *

Shape the future of consumer products by leveraging analytics to drive growth. This integral role connects consumer insights and market trends to product strategy, maximizing retail success and influe...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform consumer products through data-driven insights, shaping category strategies that drive growth and enhance retail performance by collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environ...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K *

Drive insights that shape consumer product strategy and retail growth. Collaborate across teams to analyze data, define strategies, and enhance category performance in a dynamic and fast-paced environ...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K *

Elevate your career by utilizing consumer insights and analytics to shape retail strategies and drive growth in product launches and pricing. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence impactful deci...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K *

Shape the future of consumer products by synthesizing market insights and data analytics to drive category strategies, optimize pricing, and enhance retailer partnerships that fuel growth and impact b...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K *

Redefine the consumer products landscape by leveraging analytics and market insights. Partner cross-functionally to drive growth strategies, optimize pricing, and enhance product launches, fueling cat...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K *

Optimize category performance by leveraging consumer insights, data analysis, and market trends to drive growth strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance retail strategies, suppor...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K *

Transform consumer insights into actionable strategies that drive growth, partner cross-functionally, and leverage data analytics to optimize product performance in the consumer products category...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K *

Pioneer consumer product strategies by leveraging data insights and market trends. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize launches, pricing, and category performance, driving profitable growth and...

4 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Shape robust category strategies by leveraging data analysis, enhancing supplier performance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive profitability and operational excellence across mult...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to drive strategic category direction enhancing sales and market share. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize procurement and marketing programs while maintaining high standards of...

2 weeks ago

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

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.