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.
Director of Procurement (Remote)
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of procurement by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, enhancing vendor relationships, and driving financial transparency. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes and leve...
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$105K - $155K *
Engage with OEM customers to drive sales growth, manage projects, and negotiate contracts. Lead initiatives from conception to completion while analyzing key data to forecast future sales expectations...
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Service Delivery Manager - Security & Governance
$150K - $164K *
Lead our cybersecurity and governance initiatives, enhancing security operations and risk management while driving compliance with CMMC 2.0 and ISO/IEC 27001 standards. Collaborate across teams to imp...
1 week ago
Senior Product Manager - Inventory
$159K - $273K *
Shape the future of home listings by driving supply growth and enhancing buyer experiences. Lead AI-driven initiatives to optimize inventory presentation and engagement, ensuring Redfin remains the go...
2 weeks ago
Account Manager, Life Sciences
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to drive growth and retention for strategic enterprise customers. Leverage your expertise in technology solutions to build relationships, develop account strategies, and ensure cus...
Today
Senior Manager, Center of Excellence
$120K - $145K *
Champion a new team focused on data accuracy in Salesforce, driving governance and operational excellence. Lead daily operations, manage a team, and shape processes for contract management and revenue...
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$133K - $150K *
Champion innovative finance solutions by owning core accounting operations, driving automation, and enhancing financial reporting. Collaborate across teams to build a scalable finance function that su...
1 week ago
$85K - $95K *
Engage with brands to drive holistic revenue growth and strategic partnerships across digital, print, and experiential platforms. Utilize your sales expertise to identify opportunities and create impa...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
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Elevate your career by driving revenue growth and strategic partnerships across diverse media platforms. Collaborate with teams to create impactful advertising solutions that resonate with influential...
4 weeks ago
Lifecycle Marketing Manager, Expansion
$89K - $127K *
Transform your career by owning strategic lifecycle marketing initiatives that drive revenue growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize customer journeys and enhance user experiences through d...
3 days ago
Principal Design Program Manager, International Packaging
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in shaping global healthcare packaging design. As a Principal Design Program Manager, you'll establish frameworks and standards, drive strategic decisions, and ensure seamless collabor...
3 weeks ago
Global Product Manager, Overhead Technologies
$114K - $151K *
Unlock potential by leading the HV overhead switchgear portfolio, driving product strategy, market development, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve profitable growth and enhance utility solu...
Reposted 5 days ago
Program Manager, Enterprise Growth & Capital Programs
$100K - $180K *
Lead the charge in delivering enterprise-level growth programs by ensuring alignment across all functions, driving planning and execution adherence, and managing complex initiatives for timely product...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Sales Manager, Corporate Safety Program
$90K - $110K *
Shape the future of sales by leading a dynamic team focused on customer retention and new business growth. Drive performance, develop talent, and foster cross-functional partnerships to enhance the Co...
Reposted 5 days ago
Sales Manager, Expense Management
$105K - $124K *
Lead a dynamic team of sales professionals to drive growth in expense management solutions. Collaborate on strategy, nurture talent, and exceed sales goals while engaging with customers and bridging t...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead strategic initiatives by managing complex projects from inception to launch. Collaborate across teams to implement new markets and contracts, ensuring compliance and operational readiness in a dy...
4 days ago
Senior Product Marketing Manager
$165K - $175K *
Transform market insights into impactful product strategies. Engage with customers to shape product offerings and enhance messaging, ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams. Drive growth by i...
Reposted 4 days ago
Strategic Sales Executive - Digital Infrastructure
$77K - $173K *
Lead strategic sales initiatives within the Digital Infrastructure sector, leveraging industry expertise to drive growth and build relationships with key stakeholders. Identify and close opportunities...
2 days ago
(USA) Staff, Product Manager - Spark Driver Earnings Experience
$143K - $286K *
Advance the driver earnings experience by leading product initiatives that ensure clarity, transparency, and compliance. Collaborate across teams to enhance user trust and drive performance metrics in...
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$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of automotive sales by leading a dynamic team, developing strategic initiatives, and engaging directly with clients to enhance their repair processes while achieving ambitious sales t...
4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive success by building relationships and selling digital solutions to large dealership groups. Leverage your expertise in the dealership industry to identify opportunities, navigate complex organiz...
3 weeks ago
Director, Rebate Product Program
$173K - $200K *
Elevate rebate product strategy by leading development, driving growth, and enhancing operational performance. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and deliver measurable outcomes that align...
3 weeks ago
Technology Director, Search and Recommendations
$190K - $300K *
Drive the technical strategy and execution for digital products, collaborating with leaders to align capabilities with business goals. Lead teams to enhance operational excellence and foster innovatio...
2 weeks ago
Delivery Manager - Decypher Corporate
$135K - $150K *
Unlock potential by overseeing project operations and client relationships, driving growth through strategic partnerships and best practices. Lead teams to achieve business goals while ensuring high s...
1 week ago
$122K - $183K *
Join a team that's driving strategic growth by partnering with leading OEMs. You'll influence product roadmaps, uncover market opportunities, and translate customer insights into scalable solutions fo...
3 weeks 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.