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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$116K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the planning and execution of PLC updates, ensuring seamless operations across automated warehouse sites while coordinating with cross-functional partners and enhancing de...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $180K *

Transform financial decision-making by leading cross-functional initiatives, developing forecasts, and implementing AI-driven tools to enhance analytical capacity and streamline processes for informed...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$125K - $141K *

Lead the product direction for membership operations, balancing customer needs and enterprise requirements. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows, improve operational outcomes, and ensure a seam...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Drive strategic digital transformation in procurement by leading the Source to Procure process. Oversee implementation, governance, and continuous improvement of e-sourcing and analytics, ensuring ali...

Ohio, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in maximizing sales effectiveness by engaging customers, optimizing product offerings, and building lasting relationships within your territory to drive profitability and growth...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $137K *

Optimize project outcomes as you manage small to medium-sized initiatives. Collaborate across teams, navigate risks, and ensure timely delivery of quality solutions while enhancing communication and s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion healthcare contract management by overseeing compliance, negotiation, and strategy alignment. Drive cross-functional collaboration and support market access initiatives while ensuring financi...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $144K *

Take ownership of contract management by drafting, negotiating, and administering agreements with key customers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and operational efficiency...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$107K - $204K *

Drive procurement excellence by managing supplier relationships and compliance, overseeing complex procurements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful program execution an...

Arizona, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Transform customer relationships and drive sales growth by executing innovative strategies and leveraging packaging solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to meet client needs while maintaining a...

Haltom City, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Unlock new business opportunities and enhance customer relationships by executing strategic sales initiatives, leveraging packaging solutions, and driving profitability while ensuring exceptional serv...

Houston, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $265K *

Strategize growth in freight and logistics payments, leveraging partnerships and data to enhance value across transportation sectors. Drive market strategies, product requirements, and ecosystem devel...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $225K *

Shape the future of consumer experiences by leading product strategy, driving measurable outcomes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance member satisfaction throughout their shoppin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$76K - $127K *

Unlock growth by collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive market strategies, analyze data, and enhance customer engagement in the healthcare ecosystem. Contribute to impactful marketing init...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by driving VAR growth across North America. Lead partner recruitment, develop strategic plans, and enhance sales execution to achieve sustainable revenue growth in the mid-market...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $107K *

Drive product strategy and enhancements by collaborating across teams to optimize performance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Leverage data insights to evolve offerings and ensure alignment wi...

Bridgeton, MORemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform legal operations by leading technology assessments and implementations. Collaborate with clients to enhance contracting processes, leveraging expertise in CLM and AI solutions while mentorin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic sourcing for impactful health initiatives. Drive value through competitive sourcing processes, negotiate high-stakes contracts, and analyze market trends to op...

Livonia, MIRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $187K *

Lead the charge in strategic supplier management, driving growth and operational excellence through executive engagement, market development, and partner ecosystem initiatives while mentoring teams an...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of compelling product messaging and positioning, driving sales enablement and product launches while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance market communication and...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $150K *

Analyze and manage corporate portfolio growth through strategic projects and business development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive M&A initiatives and evaluate market opportunities, e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of vendor payments by leading complex financial workflows, enhancing payment efficiency, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic, tech-driven SaaS environment. Collaborate with cross-fun...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading analytics solutions that drive decision-making and improve performance. Collaborate across functions to establish trusted metrics and promote self-se...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$161K - $190K *

Transform the digital commerce experience by owning a high-velocity experimentation roadmap. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer journeys, improve conversion rates, and establish a robust exp...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $120K *

Empower our clients by managing content tooling and multi-channel delivery. Lead the vision and strategy for communications execution, ensuring messages are delivered efficiently and effectively acros...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.