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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$96K *

Take ownership of e-commerce platform administration and vendor operations, ensuring seamless integration and performance of SaaS tools. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance direct-to-consumer ca...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $130K *

Champion innovative design solutions by integrating AI into user experiences, driving product evolution through collaboration with cross-functional teams, and enhancing customer engagement across dive...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$122K - $204K *

Unlock insights as you lead market research initiatives, driving strategic decisions through data storytelling and customer understanding. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance brand strategies and...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by driving operational excellence and strategic improvements. Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences and optimize processes in a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing global compensation strategies that attract talent, ensuring compliance and alignment with business goals while managing a team of compensation professionals across regio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$162K - $243K *

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Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $155K *

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Hartsville, SCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$84K - $124K *

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$190K - $250K *

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $100K *

Optimize marketing campaigns within the commerce media ecosystem, developing tailored omnichannel strategies to drive client success and satisfaction while leveraging data-driven insights for continuo...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated media strategies and client partnerships across pharmaceutical and life sciences accounts, driving business growth and ensuring exceptional delivery and client...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$275K - $335K *

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4 weeks ago

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

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San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Join a team that's redefining market intelligence through advanced analytics and AI. As a Principal Data Scientist, you'll drive strategic insights, develop scalable data products, and influence key b...

San Bruno, CARemote

Reposted yesterday

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

$143K - $286K *

Innovate data-driven strategies by analyzing complex datasets and building AI-powered products. Collaborate with leadership to influence key business decisions and mentor junior team members in a high...

San Bruno, CARemote

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project success by managing multiple engagements, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering stakeholder relationships. Oversee a high-volume portfolio, driving efficiency and proactive risk mana...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $173K *

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $105K *

Collaborate with clients and teams to manage projects, expectations, and delivery, ensuring high standards and strategic growth in a fast-paced medical affairs environment. Leverage experience to iden...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.