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.
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.
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 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.
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.
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in managing contracts for utility-scale solar and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, streamline documentation, and support project c...
3 weeks ago
Lead Product Manager, Value realization
$126K - $173K *
Drive impactful measurement strategies by leading cross-functional teams to define and deliver comprehensive reporting solutions that enhance decision-making and optimize business outcomes across the...
4 days ago
Senior Account Manager, Med Affairs
$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...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Account Manager, Health and Wellness
$130K - $140K *
Transform customer relationships and drive growth by identifying upsell opportunities and ensuring satisfaction within our Health and Wellness vertical. Collaborate with teams to advocate for clients...
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Senior Customer Success Manager
$72K - $92K *
Redefine customer success by managing a strategic portfolio, driving growth, and fostering executive relationships. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer outcomes and ensure long-term value in a...
3 weeks ago
Program Manager, Commercial Solutions
$135K - $160K *
Innovate and manage large-scale commercial programs, driving cross-functional alignment and revenue growth. Lead end-to-end program development, ensuring operational excellence and strategic execution...
1 week ago
Account Manager- Client Success
$80K - $85K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on client success, managing relationships, and delivering tailored solutions. Drive satisfaction and retention while collaborating across departments to en...
1 week ago
$166K - $222K *
Empower teams to deliver impactful data insights that drive strategic decisions. Lead and mentor diverse analytics professionals while overseeing complex projects, ensuring alignment with business goa...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive implementation of innovative software solutions in surgical settings, enhancing user adoption and optimizing operational efficiency. Collaborate across clinical and administrative teams to achie...
Reposted 3 days ago
$170K - $190K *
Elevate business systems by leading NetSuite management and integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, reliable processes while leveraging AI for development. Mentor a t...
2 weeks ago
$220K - $248K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative financial products through our Banking as a Service platform, utilizing first principles thinking to create a user-focused experience while collaborating acros...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving customer success through strategic engagement. You'll manage relationships, solve complex problems, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the B...
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$150K - $170K *
Elevate your career by driving sales for innovative products in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, deliver tailored solutions, and shape the futu...
3 weeks ago
Consulting Manager - Workday Benefits
$150K - $190K *
The Consulting Manager for Workday Benefits will lead teams in delivering complex implementations and system optimizations for Workday Benefits. This role requires expertise in benefits administration...
Reposted 3 days ago
Customer Account Manager, Strategic Accounts
$115K - $135K *
Lead the charge in driving customer success and growth by managing a portfolio of complex accounts, collaborating with finance and IT leaders to enhance digital transformation and optimize payment sol...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Supply Chain Market Intelligence and Risk
$225K - $285K *
Drive the development of HPC supply chain frameworks for market intelligence and risk management. Collaborate with sourcing teams to analyze market trends, manage costs, and enhance supplier relations...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving innovation in energy solutions. As a key player, you'll manage impactful programs for utility customers, collaborating across functions to ensure timely deliver...
Reposted 2 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Unlock potential by owning and expanding strategic global accounts, driving aggressive growth targets while collaborating with dedicated teams to establish long-term relationships and comprehensive ac...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Empower enterprise clients by driving product adoption and success. As a key advisor, you'll manage relationships, develop strategic roadmaps, and ensure customer satisfaction while collaborating with...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $150K *
Manage and oversee all aspects of federal construction projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget. Collaborate with teams, supervise subcontractors, and maintain client relationships...
4 weeks ago
$170K - $250K *
Unlock the potential of our Search platform! Lead a transformative rebuild aligning user experience with monetization for sustainable success, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance sear...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$155K - $175K *
Unlock potential by leading treasury operations, managing liquidity, and optimizing investment strategies. Drive risk management and compliance while fostering banking relationships in a dynamic finte...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Drive innovation and marketing strategies for consumer products while leading cross-functional teams to enhance brand performance and market growth. Collaborate on new product launches and utilize ana...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Global Pricing & Access
$148K - $222K *
Unlock potential by leading global pricing and access strategies for innovative therapies. Collaborate across teams to shape market insights and drive commercial success in oncology, epilepsy, and sle...
1 week ago
Strategic Product Marketing Manager
$117K - $147K *
Lead the charge in shaping product marketing strategies that drive growth and market differentiation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute go-to-market initiatives and influence product...
3 weeks ago
What is a Category Manager?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Professionals may progress into senior Category Manager, category director, procurement leadership, merchandising leadership, or broader supply chain and commercial strategy roles.