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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic sourcing initiatives across various business units. This role emphasizes supplier development, cost optimization, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the design and administration of compensation programs, ensuring equitable and competitive pay practices that support business goals. Partner with HR and finance to drive data-driven compensation...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $100K *

Manage and lead complex projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget while guiding teams and meeting client needs through effective communication and risk management strategies...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Advance vendor relationships and procurement processes while managing compliance and risk. Collaborate with various departments to enhance operational efficiency and oversee strategic sourcing initiat...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing vendor relationships and procurement operations. Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance vendor performance, ensure compliance, and drive cost efficiencies across the...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Oversee vendor relations and procurement processes while driving cost efficiencies and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance vendor performance and ensure alignment with busin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $180K *

Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team to implement strategic sourcing initiatives, optimize supplier relationships, and achieve business goals while ensuring compliance and risk manageme...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$147K - $200K *

Tackle strategic sourcing efforts by collaborating with cross-functional teams, enhancing supplier performance, and driving cost reductions to meet business objectives on key technology and service ag...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $157K *

Unlock potential by leading culinary and category strategies that drive innovation and optimize menus, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams to elevate customer experiences in a dynamic restaur...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$83K - $139K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional projects from concept to market. You’ll drive new product launches, renovations, and strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and c...

1 week ago

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

$83K - $139K *

Champion the successful execution of product initiatives from concept to market, leading cross-functional teams and managing projects in a fast-paced environment to drive continuous improvement and ac...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $170K *

Optimize supply chain processes by driving ERP system utilization, ensuring effective planning, scheduling, and inventory management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $181K *

Lead transformative efforts in Technology Procurement & Licensing, overseeing sourcing execution, vendor management, and financial operations while driving cost optimization and operational efficiency...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Transform procurement practices by leading sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing costs in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

Delta, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $138K *

Empower us to enhance digital fraud prevention in eCommerce by developing strategies that ensure athlete trust while enabling seamless shopping experiences. Collaborate across teams to optimize produc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $117K *

Lead the execution of client implementation projects, ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and exceed client expectations while driving process improvemen...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Advance strategic sourcing initiatives across various indirect procurement categories. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost optimization to support business goa...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Optimize procurement strategies for projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials and services, while managing supplier relations and driving continuous improvement initiatives...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $120K *

Strategize the centralized procurement function, optimizing vendor relationships and compliance across the business while partnering with key stakeholders to enhance purchasing processes and mitigate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Drive client success through targeted wealth management support and collaboration. Engage with high-net-worth clients, facilitate strategic meetings, and streamline complex financial operations while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role that drives product strategy, messaging, and market adoption through compelling storytelling and cross-team collaboration. Ideal for those in fast-paced B2B SaaS o...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $105K *

Transform project delivery by coordinating resources, defining scopes, and ensuring timelines are met. Collaborate with teams and external partners to achieve organization goals while fostering a supp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of our bid management by leading end-to-end processes, ensuring compliance and performance, while developing pricing strategies. Drive team capabilities and enhance commercial outcome...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion strategic customer relationships and enhance value for assigned dealership accounts by executing tailored Customer Value Plans, fostering executive engagement, and conducting data-driven valu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leveraging AI and analytics to transform supply chain decision-making. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance service, quality, and productivity through data-driven strategies and...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.