Explore High Paying Category Manager Jobs with Ladders

Find some of the best vetted, professional-level Category Manager job openings with salaries starting from $100,000 on Ladders. We curate high-quality job listings from trusted employers across a variety of sectors.

What is a Category Manager?

A Category Manager is responsible for managing a group or category of products for their company. Their main role includes the development and execution of marketing plans to increase the total sales of the categories they manage.

Skills required for Category Manager Jobs

Some crucial skills for Category Manager positions include analytical abilities, strategic thinking, negotiation, product knowledge, and understanding consumer behavior patterns.

Career Opportunities and Growth

As a Category Manager, there are numerous possibilities for career advancement and development. Managers can advance into roles like Senior Category Manager, Director of Category Management, or similar executive positions.

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$96K - $130K *

Drive the product costing lifecycle, collaborating with teams to ensure cost-effectiveness and margin targets are met while fostering accountability and continuous improvement across the development p...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading complex contract management efforts, collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency, and driving strategic negotiations to maximize value and minimize risks t...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading logistics operations, coaching a dedicated team, and ensuring timely delivery. Drive process improvements and champion customer satisfaction while collaborating cross...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in transforming B2B digital commerce through strategic initiatives that enhance customer engagement, optimize experiences, and drive revenue growth across North America. Collaborate cr...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of procurement by integrating closely with Engineering, optimizing product design, and enhancing cost efficiencies. Lead cross-functional initiatives to innovate processes and build s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $189K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement operations and collaborating with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement, ensuring seamless transactional processes and enhanced supplier management acr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $165K *

Join a team that's driving strategic real estate procurement and construction management. Oversee complex negotiations, manage vendor relationships, and contribute to cost-effective outcomes that supp...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data insights to drive brand growth, support strategic initiatives, and collaborate across teams. This role demands strong analytical skills to translate data into actio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional marketing programs that drive strategic initiatives, enhance project visibility, and foster organizational collaboration, ensuring successful outcomes t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Strategize impactful marketing activation plans across wholesale partners, enhancing consumer experiences and ensuring alignment with sales priorities while collaborating cross-functionally to drive m...

2 weeks ago

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

$203K - $264K *

Champion integrated demand and supply planning efforts in a dynamic setting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate forecasts and effective resource management, driving optimal inv...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead procurement strategies, optimize sourcing processes, and ensure supplier integration for essential projects in a manufacturing environment. Collaborate cross-functional...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage and optimize total rewards programs, ensuring compliance and employee engagement through effective benefits and compensation strategies across multiple sites...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $193K *

Optimize employee benefits and compensation across multiple sites by leading innovative Total Rewards programs, enhancing wellness initiatives, and ensuring regulatory compliance while collaborating w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Transform your career by leading the ecommerce strategy for a trusted brand. Own traffic, revenue, and customer relationships while driving growth across all digital channels. Leverage your skills in...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower menu innovation through strategic leadership in food marketing. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product offerings, analyze market trends, and drive brand alignment while managing mul...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $100K *

Partner with us to optimize procurement strategies and enhance inventory forecasting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve sales and margin performance through data-driven analysis and s...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Partner with us to enhance procurement strategies, optimize inventory, and leverage analytical tools to support business growth, improve forecast accuracy, and drive sales while reducing costs and enh...

2 weeks ago

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

$129K - $222K *

Transform procurement strategies and enhance supplier relationships to optimize cost and quality. Lead negotiations and lifecycle management of 3rd party manufacturing while driving growth and innovat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that shapes master data strategy, driving process improvements and automation. You'll manage product development, influence cross-functional efforts, and ensure high-quality data solutions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $138K *

Champion product strategies that enhance student career readiness through AI-driven solutions, partnering across teams to deliver engaging digital experiences that connect education with future opport...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee the establishment and maintenance of MRP systems and supplier control processes, ensuring efficient inventory management, compliance with quality standards, and optimal supplier performance to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Drive AI-powered product initiatives from strategy to execution, collaborating with engineering and design to create customer-centric solutions that enhance productivity and engagement while prioritiz...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $174K *

Grow your career with a strategic role overseeing procurement processes, managing supplier relationships, and implementing cost-effective strategies to ensure our manufacturing operations run smoothly...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform supply chain operations by overseeing demand planning, inventory control, procurement, and distribution strategies. Ensure optimal product availability while managing costs and supporting co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Category Manager do?question toggle

    A Category Manager oversees the management, pricing, sales, and overall performance of specific product categories within a company.

  • What are the qualifications for a Category Manager job?question toggle

    Qualifications can vary per industry, but generally, a Bachelor's degree in business or a relevant field, coupled with experience in retail, marketing, or sales, is required.

  • What skills do I need for a Category Manager job?question toggle

    Key skills include analytical skills, business acumen, negotiation skills, and a strong understanding of consumer behavior.

  • What is the average salary of a Category Manager?question toggle

    While salaries can vary depending on the industry and level of responsibility, Category Manager positions listed on Ladders start at $100,000.