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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$60K - $110K *

Transform operational data into scalable analytics solutions, enhancing visibility and decision-making across the supply chain. Collaborate with teams to develop reporting tools and applications that...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of our product operations by designing and implementing systems that enhance team efficiency, visibility, and collaboration. You'll empower product managers and shape the future of...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $360K *

Unlock strategic account growth by engaging senior stakeholders and driving AI transformation. Collaborate with internal teams to expand client partnerships and deliver measurable business value while...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Shape the future of marketing strategy for a premier industry expo, driving attendance and engagement through innovative campaigns and cross-functional collaboration. Lead a dynamic team to enhance br...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$127K - $203K *

Join the charge in shaping technical solutions by transforming stakeholder needs into actionable requirements, fostering collaboration within teams, and ensuring project success throughout the product...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of business operations by optimizing processes across sales and customer success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency, enhance tool adoption, and leverage AI f...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of product marketing by driving strategies that enhance donor engagement and support for nonprofits. Collaborate across teams to create compelling messaging and launch initiatives tha...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $130K *

Optimize marketing workflows by building AI agents and automated systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance CRM and lifecycle automation, focusing on performance marketing and organic growth through i...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$96K - $128K *

Unlock potential by managing procurement processes, ensuring vendor compliance, and facilitating bid preparations. Collaborate with project teams to optimize purchasing strategies and maintain operati...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming strategic priorities into actionable plans that drive revenue growth and enhance commercial performance across multiple functions. Collaborate with cross-functional lea...

Largo, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $109K *

Drive e-commerce operations across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and exceptional customer service while managing key performance indicators and supporting strategic growth initiatives...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $170K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in P&C insurance by owning the product roadmap for policy administration and commercial underwriting, integrating AI capabilities to enhance decision-making and streamline...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the Vendor Management Office, overseeing vendor governance, lifecycle management, and performance metrics. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure vendor services align with quality, compliance...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $220K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by leading advanced analytics initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring talent to drive business performance and operational excellence...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading product marketing strategies for developer-facing solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance messaging, drive customer engagement, and ensure successful deployments, al...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by owning multi-year commodity strategies and leading global sourcing initiatives. Drive cost reduction and supplier performance while leveraging advanced AI for supply chain optimiza...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $150K *

Optimize logistics operations by managing assigned areas, enhancing service, and reducing costs. Lead strategic planning, resource allocation, and staff development while navigating complex challenges...

Georgia, USRemote

Yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to define and execute innovative payment infrastructure strategies, enhancing capabilities through cutting-edge technologies and partnerships. Lead cross-functional initiatives to...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $165K *

Champion strategic supplier agreements and lead complex contract negotiations. Oversee risk assessment and governance for high-value contracts while managing a team to ensure compliance and performanc...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$147K - $215K *

Optimize customer partnerships by driving operational excellence, resolving site challenges, and enhancing system performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective delivery of c...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing rebar project execution from setup to completion, ensuring effective contract management, coordination, and communication with customers and project teams to deliver succ...

Fort Pierce, FLRemote

5 days ago

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

$113K - $155K *

Champion quality excellence by executing business programs across manufacturing sites, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product standards, manage consumer insights, and drive conti...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$170K - $213K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive growth and operational excellence across Financial Products. Translate strategy into actionable plans, enhance customer experiences, and foster talent development while ac...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $98K *

Shape brand identity and sponsorships while managing organic social media for Growth Marketing. Collaborate with teams across the US and Canada to enhance brand presence and ensure alignment with mark...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $170K *

Drive purchasing excellence by leading procurement strategy, enhancing supplier relationships, and optimizing operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure resource availability and support organizat...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.