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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$90K - $110K *

Elevate pricing strategies to drive profitable growth. Collaborate with teams to analyze data, inform recommendations, and ensure compliance, fostering a proactive environment for decision-making and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful technology solutions by leading cross-functional initiatives that enhance store operations and customer experiences. Manage the implementation of store systems to support business grow...

3 days ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Lead the development of a world-class sourcing and procurement strategy, driving organizational growth and supplier relationship management while optimizing cost and operational efficiency across mult...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Optimize the procurement function by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, fostering supplier partnerships, and driving operational efficiency to support multi-brand operations while ensuring high q...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to manage the full product development and sourcing lifecycle, ensuring high-quality goods meet global customer demands while negotiating optimal value and fostering cross-function...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic sourcing for critical components in consumer electronics, collaborating across teams to ensure a resilient supply chain. Own commercial success as the company scales from prototype to p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $175K *

Engage as a Sr. Revenue Tools Product Manager, solving complex challenges across teams to enhance GTM tools. Influence strategic decisions while owning key modules, driving product success and user ex...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by managing diverse project streams, enhancing efficiency, and fostering collaboration across teams. Utilize data analysis to improve performance and deliver strategic sol...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Empower supply chain excellence by leading procurement, inventory, and logistics initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance material flow, reduce costs, and drive improvement, whi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive strategic procurement initiatives while managing vendor lifecycle and performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize contract governance and enhance procurement processes in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage supply operations by enhancing contract lifecycle, ensuring accurate invoice reconciliation, and building scalable processes. Collaborate across teams to foster supplier relationships and strea...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$161K - $179K *

Join a pioneering team where you’ll define product strategies and drive innovative logistics solutions for shippers. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex challenges and establish the foundation...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$70K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to manage and optimize operational workstreams, driving innovative EV charging solutions and enhancing customer engagement through strategic cross-functional partnerships...

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

$305K - $460K *

Champion enterprise security and compliance by leading product development that addresses the needs of large organizations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver foundational features, en...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$305K - $460K *

Drive enterprise transformation by leading the development of security, compliance, and governance features, ensuring large organizations can reliably adopt AI solutions while maintaining control and...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$232K - $290K *

Drive the vision for our enterprise integration solutions, leading strategies for APIs and developer experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product usability and unlock deploy...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $171K *

Unlock potential by leading complex federal contract administration, driving compliance and strategic sourcing. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and manage high-value su...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$117K - $234K *

Lead strategic innovation in embedded systems and connectivity, driving market growth through next-gen product management and cross-functional collaboration to achieve business objectives and revenue...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$117K - $234K *

Launch innovative embedded systems and connectivity solutions, driving strategy and execution for market growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver next-gen products while maintaining P&L respo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$117K - $234K *

Elevate your career as a strategic leader in embedded systems and connectivity. Drive innovation in edge devices while leading cross-functional teams to enhance market growth and customer value across...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$117K - $234K *

Unlock your potential as you drive product management for embedded systems, leading market strategy and end-to-end delivery of innovative edge-device solutions that are pivotal to our long-term growth...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $234K *

Unlock potential by leading product management for embedded systems and connectivity, driving strategy, business cases, and next-generation capabilities to support multi-year growth goals and enhance...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$117K - $234K *

Lead market strategy and drive end-to-end delivery of edge-device capabilities, contributing to business growth through embedded controls and software-enabled solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $165K *

Help us build and enhance our go-to-market launch system, driving customer engagement and adoption for impactful releases. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment and seamless communication...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join us to lead a dynamic sales team, driving growth and fostering success through mentorship, strategic guidance, and effective deal closing in a fast-paced environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.