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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$110K - $130K *

Elevate patient access by educating healthcare providers on reimbursement tools and processes. Collaborate with HCPs to navigate payer policies and enhance understanding of specialty medicine access c...

Nashville, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $186K *

Join a team that's redefining social media strategy, driving engagement and growth across multiple platforms. Lead content development, manage agency partnerships, and analyze performance to enhance b...

Valley Stream, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $154K *

Engage with small to medium enterprises, driving IoT solutions through strategic sales. Own the full sales cycle from prospecting to close, nurturing relationships and building trust to deliver impact...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $225K *

Manage the valuation process for private equity investments, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with investment teams and external providers while leading initiatives to enhance valuation p...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $107K *

Join us to develop and manage educational resources that enhance Commercial readiness across clinical data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex information into acti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $125K *

Shape the future of pharmacy operations by optimizing customer engagement and operational performance across a national portfolio. Drive proactive interventions and enhance workflow efficiency to ensu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $100K *

Lead the end-to-end program management for enterprise clients in financial services, driving alignment and execution across cross-functional teams to achieve measurable business outcomes and ensure se...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to environmental excellence, leading compliance for airport projects. Oversee assessments, manage permits, and ensure adherence to regulations while integrating sustainabi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$70K - $130K *

Drive category management by supporting supplier negotiations, managing purchase orders, and enhancing customer experience through data analysis and collaboration with cross-functional teams to achiev...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $185K *

Drive the development of a scalable care delivery platform, enhancing clinical workflows and provider tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, data-driven solutions that impr...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's enhancing third-party risk management by leading strategic oversight, driving program improvements, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and effective risk mitig...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading payer negotiations and expanding access across commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid sectors. Drive strategic partnerships and ensure compliance while maximizing patient acces...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $90K *

Transform paid search campaigns by managing diverse client portfolios and driving user acquisition through strategic optimization of Google and Microsoft Ads. Collaborate with client teams to meet per...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to manage the construction of new stores and special projects, overseeing all phases from inception to operations turnover while ensuring compliance and quality control throughout the...

Colorado, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in managing complex procurement projects, ensuring seamless execution from concept to completion while coordinating cross-functional teams and driving stakeholder engagement...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive AI-powered marketing initiatives to optimize campaigns, enhance pipeline generation, and leverage automation. Collaborate cross-functionally while experimenting with emerging technologies to red...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$99K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by leading self-service retail media operations, driving innovative strategies, and ensuring operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to enhance campaign performance and...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $205K *

Unlock the potential of our Pro offering by leading product strategy and roadmap. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experiences for short-term rental operators and HOAs, ensuring scalable s...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$170K - $250K *

Unlock potential by owning a product area end-to-end, collaborating with engineering and customers to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions in a dynamic market...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$78K - $106K *

Transform client payment policies by ensuring accuracy and compliance. Engage with internal and external teams to manage medical policy updates, conduct analyses, and enhance client relationships whil...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $170K *

Champion the future of customer engagement by leading lifecycle marketing strategies. Drive retention and loyalty through data-driven personalization across multiple channels, maximizing customer life...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $189K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative marketing strategies for oncology products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful launches and impactful customer engage...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $132K *

Join a team that's shaping product narratives and driving market success. As a key player, you'll lead product launches, craft compelling messaging, and collaborate across teams to enhance customer en...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining tax compliance by managing complex transaction taxes and regulatory fees for a leading retailer. Collaborate with tax professionals to navigate challenges and implement i...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to lead financial reporting and accounting for diverse sports divisions, ensuring accuracy and compliance while mentoring a team. Drive process improvements and support growth in a dyn...

Baltimore, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.