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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$120K - $247K *

Champion Pinterest's industry presence by leading strategic initiatives, shaping narratives, and driving impactful programs at major global events. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance visibility...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality HVAC projects. Oversee technical coordination, manage project milestones, and ensure seamless communication among stakeholders while driving pro...

Kentucky, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Champion client success by managing relationships with family law firms. Drive strategic conversations, align business goals, and leverage insights to enhance growth and performance across your portfo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive go-to-market strategy for AI-powered healthcare solutions, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance product positioning, messaging, and performance. Own marketing execution and leverage insig...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Drive your career with a dynamic team focused on building innovative products that delight users. As a Product Manager, you'll lead impactful projects, collaborate closely with engineers, and shape th...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of accounting and technology, acting as the Subject Matter Expert for enterprise clients. Guide critical financial processes and drive product adoption while co...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$91K - $169K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic account growth through data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and tailored solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance client relationships and optimize product...

San Bruno, CARemote

6 days ago

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

$134K - $145K *

Optimize commercial accounting processes by managing revenue, inventory, and accounts receivable. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and drive process impro...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $183K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in product operations. You'll manage program initiatives, streamline processes, and enhance portfolio reporting while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $160K *

Shape the future of user experience by driving product adoption and enhancing workflows in a leading password manager. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless onboarding and retention for bo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Engage with stakeholders to drive product strategy and enhance the Affordable Equity platform. Collaborate with teams to translate user needs into actionable solutions, ensuring timely delivery and al...

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3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team to drive channel partnerships, transforming opportunities into revenue-generating relationships across diverse verticals in a fast-growing ecosystem...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $95K *

Empower our milk sourcing strategy by managing farm relationships, enhancing sustainability, and driving quality initiatives. Collaborate with producers to support on-farm programs and improve procure...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$180K - $200K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Transform strategic accounts by driving revenue growth and fostering long-term partnerships. Collaborate with sales teams to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction and market expan...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $180K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $105K *

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United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $143K *

Unlock insights as a Marketing Analytics Manager, driving data analysis across channels. Collaborate with teams to enhance reporting, measurement, and performance evaluation, while mentoring analysts...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $220K *

Empower data-driven decision-making by leading advanced analytics initiatives. Develop scalable models for network optimization and capacity planning, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enha...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Transform the contracting process by managing the lifecycle of agreements, ensuring efficient execution while balancing risk and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

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United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $122K *

Unlock your potential as you lead financial planning, analytics, and strategic initiatives. Collaborate closely with executives to drive performance improvements and optimize resource allocation, fost...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$209K - $239K *

Transform business strategies by leveraging analytics and AI to drive growth and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and optimize marketing efforts in a...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.