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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$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...

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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

$84K - $135K *

Unlock procurement excellence by leading global sourcing initiatives for indirect spend. Drive cost optimization, enhance supplier performance, and align strategies with business goals to foster opera...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$218K - $335K *

Shape the future of autonomous driving by leading a talented engineering team to build robust evaluation platforms and metrics that ensure AV performance is optimized, scalable, and data-driven, foste...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$222K - $278K *

Partner with us to drive the go-to-market strategy for AI Products, collaborating with enterprise accounts to deliver value through innovative solutions. Your expertise will shape customer success and...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$222K - $278K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives for AI Products, partnering with enterprise accounts to maximize value and ROI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape product offerings and ensure successf...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$222K - $278K *

Join a team that's pioneering AI-driven solutions, partnering with enterprise accounts to deliver transformative value. Leverage your sales expertise to architect strategic deals and drive growth in a...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$222K - $278K *

Drive the go-to-market strategy for AI Products, partnering with enterprise accounts to deliver value through innovative solutions. Collaborate with sales teams to execute high-impact deals and shape...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $130K *

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$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $178K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

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$84K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$119K - $210K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $126K *

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4 days ago

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

$132K - $155K *

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$69K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining research excellence by leading complex custom projects. You'll drive insights for top brands, manage client relationships, and mentor junior researchers while ensuring hi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$96K - $186K *

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

$96K - $186K *

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Hoboken, NJRemote

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

$132K - $264K *

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Hoboken, NJRemote

2 weeks 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.