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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$80K - $100K *

Drive brand growth by managing product strategies, collaborating across teams, and analyzing sales performance to enhance market presence and profitability while supporting the Brand Director with inn...

2 days ago

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

$121K - $219K *

Champion the strategy and delivery of high-value marketing data products, ensuring quality, compliance, and alignment with business goals. Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance innovation an...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $130K *

Drive strategic resilience in the PCB supply chain by leading risk assessments, fostering supplier collaboration, and implementing innovative process improvements for optimal performance and continuit...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading the launch of innovative insurance programs. Drive success through strategic risk evaluation and relationship management. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance program...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$187K - $234K *

Drive procurement excellence by managing strategic sourcing, supplier quality, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment, ensuring cost competitiveness and o...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$172K - $250K *

Bring your expertise to lead ecosystem enablement, fostering partnerships and delivering integrated solutions for critical infrastructure applications while collaborating with Product Management and E...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive strategic cross-functional programs in consumables operations, guiding product development, manufacturing, and commercialization. Lead initiatives for scalable delivery and compliance while coll...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $135K *

Transform the GTM landscape by enhancing onboarding, training, and ongoing productivity for sales teams. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to optimize enablement processes, elevate rep perform...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$173K - $235K *

Inspire innovation in commerce products, enhancing streamer success and community engagement through mobile-native solutions. Lead product strategy and roadmap, focusing on interactive features that f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$128K - $192K *

Partner with us to drive sourcing excellence in packaging procurement. In this strategic role, you will manage supplier partnerships, lead category strategies, and optimize procurement processes to en...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic sourcing for high-value direct materials, optimizing costs, enhancing supplier performance, and driving supply chain excellence to impact profitability across Nor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer strategic development and execution for assigned categories, ensuring alignment with merchandising strategies, optimizing product assortment, and enhancing supplier relationships to drive cate...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $130K *

Transform the Surgical business through strategic leadership in global product development. Drive cross-functional teams, manage resources, and ensure compliance while guiding projects from conception...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate global product development by leading cross-functional teams to define scope, budget, and timelines while translating customer needs into project execution and regulatory strategies for the...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $130K *

Join a team that's focused on driving growth through strategic marketing. Collaborate across departments to craft compelling product narratives, equip sales teams, and enhance customer engagement, all...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement processes, ensuring timely material delivery, competitive sourcing, and strong interdepartmental collaboration to support project specifications and schedules...

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

$120K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing supply chain activities, managing master scheduling, procurement, and inventory processes. Develop teams, enhance supplier performance, and ensure data accuracy to achiev...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing supply chain processes, ensuring seamless order fulfillment and operational efficacy while driving continuous improvement initiatives for overall performance enhancement...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $115K *

Transform inventory management practices by developing comprehensive supply plans and strategies across multiple product lines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize service levels and i...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $125K *

Join a team that's focused on optimizing material flows and inventory management to ensure efficient operations and timely delivery. Lead the planning process while mentoring your team in a fast-paced...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer procurement excellence by leading strategic sourcing for raw materials and packaging. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders and drive savings while ensuring quality and supplier relationsh...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $95K *

Transform category management operations by leading projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving data analysis to enhance supplier relationships and product processes for strategic...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading Category Management projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and utilizing data analysis to drive supplier and product improvements. Shape processes that i...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Advance procurement strategies by leading cross-functional teams to optimize raw materials and packaging sourcing. Foster supplier relationships while achieving cost savings, quality, and compliance t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $160K *

Lead innovative supply chain initiatives, optimizing network capacity and logistics. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance efficiency and drive operational excellence, ensuring seamless flow of go...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.