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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$150K - $170K *

Lead the charge in Oracle Cloud Procurement implementations, ensuring seamless integration across finance and supply chain. Drive design workshops, configure systems, and mentor analysts while deliver...

Baltimore, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $180K *

Drive strategic relationships and data-driven insights to enhance supplier engagement, foster customer success, and propel business growth in a dynamic environment while mentoring a high-performing te...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $175K *

Shape the future of healthcare by driving product marketing strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading impactful sales enablement initiatives to enhance access to quality care...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence across multiple schools, enhancing leadership effectiveness and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to drive enrollment growth and academic improvemen...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Champion revenue growth by managing ISV channel partners, driving strategies, and optimizing performance. Build strong relationships, analyze data, and identify new opportunities to enhance profitabil...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Shape strategic partnerships by managing a diverse ecosystem of collaborators, driving co-marketing initiatives, and optimizing lead generation efforts to enhance value and visibility for a dynamic gr...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $155K *

Drive strategic growth by leading data-driven pricing initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to refine business strategies, and ensuring operational excellence through continuous improvement and...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$130K - $170K *

Optimize creative performance to drive customer acquisition at scale. Lead a dynamic team and external partners, leveraging data and insights to craft impactful ads across multiple platforms while ens...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Champion compliance initiatives by developing programs and training materials, ensuring adherence to regulations across UPMC. Collaborate with various departments to mitigate risks and enhance ethical...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $193K *

Elevate the MarTech landscape by driving technology strategy, product delivery, and ecosystem management. Collaborate with Commercial Marketing and IT to ensure seamless integration and maximize the v...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$131K - $180K *

Lead the transformation of enterprise pricing by managing the implementation of a modern pricing platform, ensuring seamless integration across departments while driving governance, change management...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative eDiscovery solutions by managing complex projects, collaborating with legal teams, and mentoring staff. Ensure quality deliverables while exceeding client expectations through exper...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $260K *

Champion growth in Home Décor by leading merchandising strategies, managing P&L, and driving customer engagement through innovative assortments and cross-functional collaboration...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing commercial execution through optimized sales processes and CRM strategies. Lead cross-functional initiatives to drive efficiency, improve forecasting, and fos...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading digital marketing initiatives that integrate strategy, technology, and analytics to drive demand and business growth. This hands-on role requires a strategic thinker to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $140K *

Champion the modernization of Order-to-Cash processes, driving efficiency and accuracy in billing and collections. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize NetSuite ERP, enhancing financial...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$158K - $304K *

Lead the charge in transforming the Construction & Trades segment by driving market strategies, building dynamic partnerships, and executing growth initiatives to elevate payment solutions and moderni...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $121K *

Champion legal operations excellence by driving process improvements, metrics establishment, and AI integration to enhance workflow efficiencies and support the Legal team in dynamic, fast-paced envir...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading sales strategies in a dynamic environment, engaging with executive clients and driving innovative solutions across a diverse tech platform, while leveraging major accounts...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to drive business growth by engaging with clients, managing sales cycles, and leveraging innovative solutions across tech domains. Utilize your expertise to enhance client relation...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $200K *

Advance your career by leading public sector consulting projects, mentoring staff, and driving financial solutions for local governments. Join a dynamic team dedicated to community success and profess...

Mishawaka, INRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate program implementation and stakeholder engagement in pharmaceutical market access. Oversee daily operations, client relations, and staff management while ensuring adherence to budgets and p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional project management support, ensuring timely implementation of technical programs while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to drive success a...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in transforming marketing strategies and team dynamics, driving growth and brand awareness across diverse business units while aligning with strategic objectives and fostering collabor...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Transform product management by owning the roadmap, prioritizing customer needs, and leveraging data to drive impactful AI-powered solutions. Collaborate closely with design and engineering to deliver...

Ontario, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.