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.
$86K - $143K *
Empower strategic growth by managing national accounts, enhancing customer relationships, and driving sales initiatives. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions and ensure custom...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in building strategic relationships with key travel agencies, optimizing settlement operations, and enhancing distribution technologies to drive efficiency and growth in the travel eco...
1 week ago
(USA) Director, Data Analytics
$110K - $220K *
Lead the charge in optimizing Salesforce usage to enhance sales and operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive workflow improvements, data integration, and performance metrics, ensuring maximu...
2 weeks ago
Director of Product Marketing - Services
$190K - $220K *
Lead the charge in shaping the go-to-market strategy for innovative data security services, driving customer adoption and engagement through compelling narratives and strategic partnerships across tea...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Champion the future of customer experience by leading seamless deployments from signature to go-live. Drive process improvements, enhance team collaboration, and ensure customer satisfaction through e...
Today
(USA) Manager, Technology Operations
$80K - $155K *
Analyze complex data to enhance customer experience and fulfillment performance. Lead cross-functional initiatives, drive measurable results, and align stakeholders on strategic priorities to optimize...
Yesterday
(USA) Manager, Technology Operations
$80K - $155K *
Transform complex fulfillment challenges into actionable solutions by leading cross-functional initiatives that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency. Collaborate with diverse teams t...
Yesterday
Director, Program Management (Exhibit Curation and Digital Experience- Walmart Museum)
$90K - $180K *
Innovate the visitor experience by leading curatorial strategies that blend digital and physical storytelling, ensuring world-class exhibitions and accessibility while inspiring future generations thr...
3 weeks ago
Product Manager - Desktop & Web (f/m/d) - Remote in Germany
$68K - $112K *
Join a team that's redefining product management by focusing on impactful outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to engage customers, drive discovery, and shape innovative solutions that...
Reposted 5 days ago
$120K - $130K *
Manage strategic accounts within the Life Sciences sector, driving growth by cultivating customer relationships and identifying new business opportunities. Leverage industry knowledge to ensure alignm...
Reposted 4 days ago
$145K - $175K *
Lead the charge in shaping innovative fraud prevention products that seamlessly integrate into user workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, development, and marke...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Discovery Operations
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of discovery operations by leveraging your legal expertise and leadership skills to enhance service delivery and team performance, ensuring top-quality results and efficient workflows...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Director - Commercial Planning + Execution
$150K - $180K *
Elevate commercial strategy by leading end-to-end planning and execution, ensuring alignment across teams to drive financial objectives and enhance customer value through innovative and disciplined ap...
Yesterday
Senior Manager, Marketplace Demand
$140K - $185K *
Join a team that's driving growth in the collectibles marketplace. Lead buyer engagement, develop strategies, and manage a dynamic team to enhance the PSA Exchange ecosystem while fostering strong rel...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team as the first Account Manager, driving renewals and growth for a multi-million-dollar customer base. Collaborate with Customer Success to enhance account health and build a robust r...
3 weeks ago
Enterprise Sales Director - Majors, Retail
$150K - $180K *
Accelerate progress at our retail team, driving enterprise sales through strong relationship management, complex deal negotiation, and strategic planning. Collaborate across functions to redefine cust...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Content & Brand (CAN/USA)
$110K - $130K *
Lead the development of a compelling brand narrative and content strategy, empowering Sales and Marketing teams with impactful assets. Manage a team and external partners to consistently deliver high...
3 weeks ago
(USA) Director, Digital Media - Performance Media
$135K - $160K *
Champion the development and execution of innovative digital media strategies, leading a high-performing team to optimize campaign performance and drive measurable business impact through data-driven...
Reposted 2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead proposal and security response efforts, driving innovation and quality. Manage a skilled group, streamline processes, and enhance collaboration across functions to achieve...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Manager, Email and Distributed Marketing
$110K - $130K *
Transform the email marketing landscape by leading strategy and execution for advisor-driven communications. Oversee multi-channel campaigns, ensuring compliance and effectiveness while optimizing use...
Yesterday
$145K - $175K *
Join a team that's redefining AI-driven solutions by leading product development for an innovative tech concierge. Drive the evolution of agent capabilities, ensuring quality and reliability while col...
1 week ago
$165K - $190K *
Lead the development and execution of innovative product strategies that enhance customer experience and drive growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate insights into impactful product roadm...
5 days ago
$101K - $130K *
Drive financial excellence in the sales organization by managing P&L, optimizing trade spend, and delivering actionable insights to support growth and profitability objectives. Collaborate with leader...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Project Manager, Global Clinical Supplies
$100K - $120K *
Advance progress at the intersection of clinical trials and supply chain management. Leverage your expertise to streamline processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure successful pro...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Optimize engagement and monetization strategies for an AI-driven product, transforming customer interactions into measurable growth. Lead cross-functional teams to innovate and implement effective use...
1 week 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.