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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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining CRM operations by implementing strategic governance and operational frameworks for email and SMS across multiple brands, enhancing customer engagement and driving marketi...

Irving, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $155K *

Drive impactful data solutions by bridging business needs with engineering teams. Own project intake, prioritize requests, and ensure clear communication across departments to enhance efficiency and d...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Technical Project Manager, driving software delivery timelines and ensuring seamless project execution with engineering and product teams. Foster strong stakeholder relation...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$123K - $170K *

Empower customer satisfaction by managing complex programs, bridging engineering and supply chain teams, and ensuring operational excellence through effective governance and communication with enterpr...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $116K *

Join a dynamic team to develop operational strategies and lead a branch, enhancing customer satisfaction and driving sales growth while training to manage diverse teams and projects effectively...

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Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining employee payment solutions. As an Implementation Manager, oversee the deployment of our SaaS product for diverse clients, ensuring successful integrations and fostering s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $143K *

Champion compliance excellence by leading the Material Approval process, ensuring all promotional materials meet regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive process i...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Empower strategic growth by managing key accounts across diverse sectors. Drive revenue, enhance client relationships, and deliver integrated solutions while collaborating with global teams to ensure...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$208K - $327K *

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Santa Clara, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $192K *

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Palm Beach Gardens, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$119K - $190K *

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $220K *

Join us to lead strategic initiatives in information security, managing risk and governance across global markets. Collaborate with teams to implement frameworks, assess vulnerabilities, and ensure co...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$112K - $176K *

Unlock client success by managing post-sale relationships, driving product adoption, and identifying growth opportunities in the consumer lending sector. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance cli...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $135K *

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Chicago, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

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Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $220K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $124K *

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United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Drive the pre-execution contract lifecycle for pharmacy and medical benefits, ensuring clear agreements and timely completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance contracting processes...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $181K *

Unlock potential by leading product strategy and driving growth in the Merchant Acquiring Payments sector. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to enhance product offerings and delive...

Cleveland, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by driving measurable growth through marketing initiatives. Collaborate with leadership and harmonize strategies across paid, organic, and product marketing efforts to achieve a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Partner with us to lead enterprise automotive clients in AI adoption, transforming operations and driving measurable results. Collaborate with executives to develop strategies, oversee deployments, an...

Lehi, UTRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $110K *

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New York, NYRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

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Utah, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $247K *

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New York, NYRemote

1 week 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.