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 - $115K *

Explore a strategic leadership role focused on developing omnichannel engagement strategies that connect media, analytics, and customer experiences, driving measurable outcomes for healthcare brands a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of hotel technology by owning the end-to-end booking experience, bridging guest interactions and hotel-focused workflows to drive measurable business value through innovative solution...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$164K - $284K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing software engineering team, driving product innovation and technical excellence while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement in a fully remot...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $155K *

Unlock potential by managing external financial reporting, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and IFRS. Collaborate cross-functionally to prepare SEC filings and support complex accounting areas, driv...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Unlock product potential by leading the development of innovative food safety solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex industry challenges and drive scalable product strat...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $135K *

Elevate your career as a strategic leader in paid social, driving growth through innovative strategies and high-performing teams. Leverage your expertise to optimize complex campaigns and foster colla...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $148K *

Accelerate team performance and delivery by leading software engineers, fostering development, and enhancing organizational effectiveness in a dynamic, remote environment. Drive sustainable practices...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $119K *

Accelerate growth in the Natural Channel by driving sales strategies, managing key accounts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance market share and customer partnerships...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$170K - $190K *

Shape the future of client engagements by leading procurement relations, fostering trust, and unlocking growth opportunities through strategic partnerships that enhance collaboration and drive expansi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$73K - $88K *

Accelerate progress at expanding customer accounts by driving annual recurring revenue and enhancing retention through structured sales strategies and digital engagement, while managing a high-volume...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project management excellence by delivering best practices in IT systems integration and infrastructure analysis, ensuring compliance with security standards while supporting the Department of...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Lead multi-discipline collection planning and execution to enhance border security operations. Collaborate with analysts and partners to translate intelligence requirements into actionable tasks, ensu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $168K *

Champion innovative financial solutions for churches by leading product development from concept to launch, leveraging deep financial services expertise to enhance stability and resources for communit...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $177K *

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Engage with clients, driving success in digital campaign execution. Become an expert in programmatic advertising processes, enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and collabor...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence in Supply Chain & Procurement. Lead strategic analysis, optimize costs, and enhance decision-making to improve business performance across a dynamic glo...

Holbrook, NYRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Unlock insights and drive performance as you analyze data, develop countermeasures, and execute strategies in the field. Collaborate with sales teams to enhance dealer activation and reduce churn, ens...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement processes and managing a dynamic team. Drive supplier relationships, enhance inventory strategies, and ensure cost-effective purchasing to meet organizational...

Brillion, WIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Lead the strategy and execution of marketing programs to enhance member experience throughout their journey, ensuring clear communication and engagement across all touchpoints while collaborating with...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $192K *

Lead the charge in driving sales strategies for the Natural Channel and Amazon business. Oversee customer management, team performance, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve growth and optimiz...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $170K *

Elevate your career by leading purchasing strategy and supplier relationships. Drive procurement operations and cost management while ensuring resource availability to support organizational goals in...

Colorado Springs, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$143K - $185K *

Lead the charge in technical sourcing for memory and storage, driving supplier readiness and engineering collaboration to ensure innovative product development and manufacturing excellence from concep...

San Jose, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.