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.
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.
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 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.
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.
$90K *
Lead the charge in driving field marketing initiatives that convert events and partnerships into qualified sales opportunities, collaborating closely with sales teams to optimize pipeline contribution...
1 week ago
Market Manager, Outlying areas
$106K - $132K *
Drive local market execution and performance by collaborating with teams, leveraging data for growth, and managing distributor relationships to ensure alignment with strategic goals and operational ex...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Technical Product Manager - Search and Discovery
$116K - $146K *
Develop customer-centric digital product strategies and deliver innovative solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring quality and efficiency in the plumbing and HVAC supply chain...
Reposted 6 days ago
$140K - $170K *
Unlock the potential of our product as a Senior Product Manager, driving outcomes that deliver real value to customers and the business. Collaborate closely with design and engineering to shape soluti...
4 days ago
Senior Manager, Supply Chain Management - Ocean Forwarding
$90K - $180K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative ocean freight forwarding strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance global logistics services, drive operational excellence, and achieve financial o...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Help us build and manage a robust internal controls framework to ensure compliance and operational efficiency. This hands-on role involves collaborating across teams to enhance financial reporting pro...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Services Portfolio & Learning Architecture
$145K - $193K *
Lead a dynamic team of technical experts to design and deliver innovative consulting services and educational programs, ensuring alignment with evolving product strategies and maintaining high standar...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager - Digital Product (Underwriting and Finance)
$118K - $236K *
Lead the strategic vision and execution of product roadmaps, driving innovation and collaboration across teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet customer needs and business goals in a dynami...
Reposted 3 days ago
Customer Value Architect (Retail, CRM & Analytics)
$110K - $130K *
Drive measurable value for dealership customers by leveraging deep operational insights and platform expertise. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess performance, identify barriers, and create actio...
4 days ago
Senior Manager, Software Engineering
$143K - $286K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead engineering efforts in backend technologies and AI-native applications, driving innovation and operational excellence while mentoring top talent and fostering a culture...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Software Engineering
$143K - $286K *
Drive platform-level execution of software and AI/ML systems, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities. Lead cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and champion DevOps practices to enhance inno...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $140K *
Unlock new business potential by developing strategies to acquire clients, nurturing relationships, and driving revenue growth through collaboration and innovative proposals. Engage with teams to fost...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Pioneer innovative marketing technology solutions to enhance campaign execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize customer journeys and drive data-driven engagement, ensuring effect...
3 weeks ago
Supervisor, Commerce Strategy & Client Partnerships
$102K - $122K *
Join a team that crafts innovative commerce and digital strategies for premium clients across various major retail platforms, enhancing their market performance and driving impactful results through c...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform the future of product management by leading AI-driven initiatives, collaborating across teams, and shaping strategies that enhance customer experiences and drive business growth in a dynamic...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of scientific sales by driving growth across diverse markets. Leverage your expertise to build relationships and solve complex challenges while managing the full s...
1 week ago
Product Manager- Data Acceleration
$120K - $145K *
Transform product strategy for high-performance data processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in cloud-native environments, ensuring seamless integration and exceptional...
Reposted 3 days ago
Senior Manager, PMO (P&C Insurance)
$140K - $175K *
Lead transformative insurance program initiatives, overseeing technology enhancements and operational workflows. Collaborate across teams to drive project management and ensure compliance, while optim...
2 days ago
Manager, Software Engineering Mainline
$150K - $220K *
Shape the future of software development by leading a dynamic team, driving innovation, and ensuring successful product delivery in a collaborative, agile environment focused on enhancing IT operation...
1 week ago
$110K - $125K *
Drive the Reuse function within the Product Lifecycle team, ensuring efficient operations, stakeholder communication, and process consistency to support the mission of serving Veterans. Lead a team fo...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Strategic Sourcing - Indirect (Technology)
$111K - $130K *
Grow a high-performing sourcing team while executing strategic initiatives across indirect spend categories. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance supplier performance and drive operational effici...
1 week ago
Senior Product Manager - Connectivity
$145K - $160K *
Shape the future of connectivity by leading strategic product initiatives that enhance integration capabilities across EDI, APIs, and RPA. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline partner...
1 week ago
$72K - $90K *
Shape the future of business travel by managing bid responses and collaborating with teams to ensure high-quality proposals that meet client needs and company standards. Engage with subject matter exp...
Yesterday
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in optimizing project management processes for a VHA client team. Utilize your expertise to enhance strategic planning, decision-making, and execution while collaborating with senior s...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Pioneer compliance excellence by leading initiatives that ensure adherence to global regulatory standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to mitigate risks, manage vendor programs, and drive strategic...
3 weeks ago
What is a Category Manager?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Professionals may progress into senior Category Manager, category director, procurement leadership, merchandising leadership, or broader supply chain and commercial strategy roles.