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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$89K - $125K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth for the Walmart account by leveraging advanced analytics and shopper insights to optimize category performance and enhance buyer partnerships across retail...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $148K *

Join a team that's redefining technology sourcing strategies to drive savings and innovation. Lead cross-functional collaboration, manage supplier performance, and coach a talented team to optimize te...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining the buyer experience in B2B software. As a Principal Product Manager, you'll lead strategy, drive product delivery, and enhance buyer trust across multiple platforms, ens...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $168K *

Shape strategic sourcing initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive savings and efficiencies in the Mechanical category. Manage supplier relationships and execute OneLM Agreemen...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $225K *

Tackle the procurement lifecycle for mission-critical cooling equipment in data centers. Lead strategic initiatives, supplier performance, and operational excellence, while managing risks and driving...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $105K *

Explore a dynamic role focused on enhancing analytics and insights for CPG. Collaborate with teams to drive performance reporting, develop actionable recommendations, and support strategic initiatives...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $221K *

Champion the global strategy for the EMS/PCBA category, driving sourcing initiatives and supplier management to optimize costs and enhance supply chain resilience across local and global teams...

CanadaRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $176K *

Contribute to project success by managing costs, overseeing bids, and fostering strong client relationships. Engage with diverse teams to ensure transparency and effective communication throughout the...

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2 weeks ago

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

$126K - $176K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that fosters collaboration and growth. Engage in cost management, support project success, and build lasting relationships while advancing your career in a v...

Birmingham, ALRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$175K - $400K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of digital supply chain management. You'll architect and optimize ERP, PLM, and inventory systems, ensuring data integrity and operational scalability across glob...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining integrated marketing strategies, leading cross-channel campaigns that drive product narratives and customer engagement. Shape the future of marketing through collaboratio...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $260K *

Pioneer innovative product strategies that drive enterprise-wide impact. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges, influence executive priorities, and deliver exceptional cu...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the development and optimization of digital eCommerce platforms, ensuring alignment with business goals while fostering innovation and collaboration across cross-functiona...

Richmond Hill, ONRemote

1 week ago

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

$61K - $122K *

Optimize product delivery by bridging business needs and technical teams, leading requirement gathering, defining user stories, and ensuring alignment with stakeholders to enhance Epic EHR capabilitie...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $172K *

Shape global procurement governance and compliance by leading analytics, training, and process excellence initiatives. Drive transformation and data management in a collaborative environment to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $130K *

Shape customer engagement by optimizing site merchandising and layouts. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive traffic and enhance user experience through data-driven insights and strategic initiativ...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 days ago

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

$76K - $127K *

Elevate your career by driving impactful marketing strategies for electronic prior authorization solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance provider engagement and improve patient access, while le...

Columbus, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $155K *

Lead the charge in executing strategic business initiatives, driving cross-functional collaboration, and mentoring teams to achieve performance excellence while fostering a high-performing environment...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Reposted today

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

$104K - $202K *

Lead the charge in workforce transformation programs, driving strategy, governance, and execution across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance manager readiness and associate experience, ens...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$101K - $154K *

Shape product strategy and commercialization efforts, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer needs. Drive product development, marketing initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative data products that empower global businesses. Lead cross-functional teams to define product strategy, manage lifecycles, and drive performance metrics, ensuring alignment with mark...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in mobile advertising by managing fraud mitigation and partner relationships. Leverage your expertise in advertising measurement to navigate the dynamic landscape...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive procurement excellence by managing vendor networks and asset supply chains for remote work solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure scalable, compliant, and efficient deployment strategies...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $220K *

Shape the future of product strategy by leading cross-functional teams, defining visionary roadmaps, and driving data-driven decisions to enhance customer experiences and optimize product lifecycles a...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Today

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

$110K - $220K *

Advance product innovation by leading strategy and execution across multiple products. Drive data-informed decisions, manage complex lifecycles, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week 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.