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.
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
$80K - $95K *
Drive impactful B2B marketing campaigns, ensuring brand messaging resonates across press, industry events, and digital channels. Leverage your expertise to enhance visibility and support the sales tea...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Growth Marketing Manager
$110K - $130K *
Drive growth marketing initiatives that accelerate revenue and enhance account engagement. Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to implement targeted strategies, leveraging AI for personalized c...
2 days ago
Technical Project Manager, OFCI Procurement, NA
$100K - $120K *
Optimize your career as a Technical Project Manager, overseeing equipment procurement and supply chains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and negotiate contracts to ensure proj...
2 days ago
Specialist Seller - Enterprise Select - AI
$350K *
Champion innovative AI solutions by driving strategic partnerships with complex accounts. Collaborate with sales teams to maximize value and ensure successful adoption of AI products, impacting indust...
4 days ago
Product Marketing Manager, Launches & Core Platform
$115K - $125K *
Lead the charge in product marketing by owning go-to-market launches and creating engaging content. Collaborate with teams to translate technical improvements into customer benefits, ensuring successf...
1 week ago
Account Manager - Life Science, Water Treatment
$90K - $125K *
Help us drive growth in the water and wastewater sector by providing technical support, developing market strategies, and generating sales across the Northeast US region. Your expertise will be crucia...
2 days ago
Senior Technical Sourcing Manager, Optics and Switches
$200K - $250K *
Unlock potential by managing end-to-end sourcing for data center networking equipment, leading negotiations, and maintaining vendor relationships in a fast-paced, supply-constrained environment to sup...
Reposted 1 week ago
Manager, Fortinet Business Development
$75K - $103K *
Unlock potential by leading strategic partnerships and driving revenue growth through effective management of Fortinet business development resources and collaboration with sales teams...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $190K *
Elevate our field marketing strategy by leading regional initiatives that drive demand for our software. Collaborate with sales teams to create impactful events and programs, while building and managi...
2 weeks ago
Director, Transaction Management
$153K - $181K *
Lead the charge in optimizing complex client portfolios through strategic transaction management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute high-impact real estate initiatives, ensuring align...
Reposted 3 days ago
$78K - $88K *
Drive supplier relationships and manage product lines to optimize performance. Collaborate with teams on product development, analyze market trends, and execute pricing strategies to enhance value and...
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.