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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$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

Detroit, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $95K *

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...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

Illinois, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$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...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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...

Des Moines, IARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.