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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$106K - $197K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering customers in global trade. As a Customer Success Manager, you'll leverage your expertise to drive client success, foster relationships, and ensure optimal va...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of procurement by leading SAP S/4HANA and Ariba implementations, optimizing processes, and driving transformation initiatives within a collaborative ERP Center of Excellence...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K *

Drive project success by leading software implementations for utility billing and client information solutions, ensuring top-tier delivery and client satisfaction in a remote environment. Engage cross...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic digital transformation sales across industries. Drive complex pursuits integrating Cybersecurity, AI solutions, and Manufacturing Operations Management to enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career with a dynamic team focused on innovative accounting solutions. Lead financial processes, ensure compliance, and drive efficiency in a fast-paced environment while collaborating cr...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$170K - $190K *

Drive the growth of our executive community by building innovative channels and systems. Collaborate with leadership to leverage proprietary data, enhance engagement, and create impactful content that...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $155K *

Drive impactful marketing initiatives by executing campaigns, managing operations, and collaborating with teams to enhance brand visibility and support sales growth. Leverage data insights to optimize...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading claims operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency while driving process improvements and team development. Collaborate across functions to meet client com...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving innovative marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and support growth objectives. Lead a dynamic marketing team, manage campaigns, and collaborate with executives t...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$107K - $199K *

Optimize cost recovery initiatives by managing vendor partnerships and streamlining processes. Collaborate with health plans to achieve budget targets and present actionable insights to senior managem...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $124K *

Drive impactful SAP projects as a Project Manager/Scrum Master, leading teams to deliver innovative solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage product backlogs, and ensure agile practices to mee...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $137K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in labeling and nutrition compliance, overseeing the source-to-label process, ensuring regulatory adherence, and managing cross-functional deliverables to maintain product integrity an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving complex real estate transactions, managing high-profile portfolios, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions for corporate clients...

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

$190K - $238K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $125K *

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$229K - $267K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Lead cross-functional efforts to drive execution in a fast-paced remote environment, overseeing key product initiatives and customer issues in our Privileged Access Management portfolio, while ensurin...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $252K *

Drive growth by leading the product strategy for merchant acquisition, enhancing onboarding experiences, and optimizing sales funnels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and leverage...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate client relationships by managing strategic accounts, driving revenue growth, and expanding service lines. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure client satisfaction and deliver tailored...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$145K - $170K *

Explore a dynamic role driving partner success and revenue growth through strategic collaboration with VARs and system integrators, enhancing market presence and customer engagement in cloud security...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $145K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team driving strategic project initiatives with cross-functional collaboration, managing complex programs to achieve company goals while optimizing efficiency and enhancing organization...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.