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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$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$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...

Rapid City, SDRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$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...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

Texas, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$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...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$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...

Sacramento, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

Charlotte, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

Cary, NCRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.