Explore Category Manager Jobs

Find Category Manager roles that match your experience and career goals on Ladders. Category Managers shape how organizations select, price, source, and grow products and services. Browse vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more, including positions in retail, consumer goods, technology, healthcare, and procurement.

What Does a Category Manager Do?

Category Managers oversee a defined group of products, services, or suppliers. They use market research, sales and spending data, customer insights, and supplier relationships to develop category strategies. Depending on the organization, their responsibilities may include assortment planning, sourcing, negotiations, pricing, forecasting, inventory, and performance reporting.

Skills Employers Look For

Successful candidates combine analytical ability with commercial judgment and communication skills. Employers may seek experience with category strategy, vendor management, procurement, merchandising, financial modeling, demand planning, and data analysis. Familiarity with tools such as Excel, business intelligence platforms, or procurement systems can also be valuable.

Category Manager Career Opportunities

Category Manager job titles and responsibilities vary by industry and company. Opportunities may focus on strategic sourcing, retail merchandising, indirect procurement, product categories, or supplier performance. With experience, professionals can advance to senior or director-level roles in category management, procurement, merchandising, or supply chain leadership.

Find Your Next Category Manager Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted Category Manager openings paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and find positions where your expertise can support business growth and create measurable results.

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$110K - $130K *

Elevate product marketing strategies by developing compelling messaging and go-to-market plans. Collaborate across teams to drive awareness and engagement, ensuring successful launches and sales enabl...

Michigan, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform digital growth strategies by overseeing website, SEO, and campaigns. Drive content distribution, partner marketing, and harness AI for analytics, ensuring effective buyer engagement and meas...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of AI-driven product initiatives that enhance customer innovation and drive revenue growth. Collaborate across teams to translate insights into actionable product strategies and deliv...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $211K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Industrial Controls workstreams, ensuring seamless execution of NPI programs. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative automation solutions on time and within...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $150K *

Transform product strategy and execution by leveraging data insights, leading cross-functional teams, and prioritizing customer needs to drive product success and business growth in a dynamic environm...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $179K *

Transform customer success by leading a high-performing team, driving satisfaction and retention in a fast-paced SaaS environment. Collaborate across functions to enhance customer strategies and deliv...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$99K - $166K *

Join a dynamic team to manage supplier agreements, ensuring compliance and efficiency in contract administration. Drive governance processes, facilitate stakeholder collaboration, and enhance contract...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $130K *

Optimize procurement strategies for structural components in renewable energy projects. Lead sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiations to enhance project efficiency and cost-effectivene...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in market intelligence and sales support, bridging teams to drive insights and strategies in U.S. power markets. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify opportunities and enhance cu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$194K - $204K *

Lead the transformation of retailer experiences by owning the Retailer App platform and Analytics & Insights. Drive product vision, enhance user engagement, and deliver actionable insights to empower...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $256K *

Transform the future of payments by leading strategy and execution for next-gen flex cards. Drive growth, collaborate with partners, and shape innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment while in...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $245K *

Shape the future of physical operations by driving AI-powered product innovation. Collaborate across teams to identify customer needs, prototype solutions, and deliver impactful products that enhance...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $245K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic initiatives and product innovation within the Telematics Business Unit, enhancing core offerings and exploring new market opportunities through hands-on collaborat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $190K *

Lead the charge in product strategy and outcomes across diverse portfolios, connecting customer needs with business objectives. Develop and mentor a team of Product Managers while driving impactful pa...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $200K *

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Ohio, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$144K - $211K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading a high-performing team in implementing and scaling industrial control systems. Collaborate across functions to ensure reliable, maintainable solutions that supp...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $216K *

Optimize the PMM operating model to enhance collaboration, streamline processes, and drive strategic outcomes. Lead cross-functional teams in designing frameworks that improve decision-making and oper...

Hoboken, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$117K - $234K *

Transform digital marketing strategies by leading SEO, AEO, and affiliate initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive growth, optimize performance, and enhance discoverability in a dynamic e...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

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

$70K - $130K *

Champion efficient resource allocation and modular assortment initiatives, driving operational excellence and superior customer experience through expert guidance and cross-functional collaboration. L...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$138K - $145K *

Transform your career by overseeing contract manufacturing operations, ensuring quality and efficiency across diverse product formats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $125K *

Analyze customer needs and drive product initiatives using AI tools. Own features from discovery to delivery, ensuring alignment with business priorities and quality outcomes while collaborating acros...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of our Bike category by driving merchandising strategy, managing vendor relationships, and mentoring a dynamic team. Own the budget and make impactful decisions to enhance financial p...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$82K - $112K *

Shape compelling product narratives by leveraging market insights and AI tools. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive go-to-market strategies, ensuring impactful messaging and training materials tha...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Engineer integrated marketing strategies to drive growth and engagement, overseeing campaigns, events, and account-based marketing initiatives that connect prospects with solutions and enhance the buy...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $185K *

Join a team that's transforming financial operations by optimizing technology investments. Leverage your expertise to enhance governance, reporting, and insights across cloud services and software ass...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Category Manager?question toggle

    A Category Manager leads the strategy and performance of a defined group of products, services, or suppliers. The role can include research, sourcing, negotiations, pricing, assortment planning, and analysis.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Category Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for relevant experience in category management, procurement, merchandising, or supply chain, along with analytical, negotiation, communication, and vendor-management skills. Some positions prefer a bachelor’s degree or experience with specialized business systems.

  • How much do Category Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, scope, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so browse current listings for roles that meet this threshold.

  • Where do Category Managers work?question toggle

    Category Managers work across industries including retail, consumer goods, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and corporate procurement. Their focus may be products for sale or goods and services the organization purchases.

  • What is the career path for a Category Manager?question toggle

    Professionals may progress into senior Category Manager, category director, procurement leadership, merchandising leadership, or broader supply chain and commercial strategy roles.