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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$105K - $195K *

Lead sourcing for new product launches, ensuring supplier collaboration, strategic execution, and performance management to drive value and innovation while enhancing market responsiveness and team de...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Drive cross-functional initiatives that bridge technology and business operations, ensuring project delivery aligns with strategic goals. Utilize critical thinking to manage risks, optimize productivi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Elevate your career by managing cross-functional projects that drive technological innovation, while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure accountability and clarity throughout the project lifecy...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $181K *

Manage post-onboarding relationships for brands, focusing on retention and consolidation within a strategic framework that enhances brand delivery and fulfillment performance, driving growth and opera...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Launch dynamic cross-functional initiatives by expertly managing projects across teams. Foster collaboration, drive change, and contribute to innovative tech and product solutions that enhance organiz...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Support cross-functional initiatives by bringing structure, accountability, and critical analysis to project management. Collaborate across teams to align goals and drive productivity within a diverse...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a collaborative team as you manage space communications products through their lifecycle, ensuring accuracy in product definitions and documentation while working with cross-functional teams to e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $186K *

Join a team that's essential to the AWS cloud infrastructure, driving construction project management and oversight across new builds and capital projects, ensuring quality, budget, and timeline objec...

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

$111K - $186K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale construction projects for state-of-the-art data centers. Collaborate across diverse teams to ensure quality, schedule, and budget adherence while driving innova...

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

$111K - $186K *

Join a dynamic team overseeing the construction management of large-scale data center projects, ensuring top-notch quality, budget, and timelines while collaborating across various stakeholders to uph...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$116K - $197K *

Champion the execution of platform strategies through coordination with various teams to drive adoption and growth. Lead cross-functional initiatives, track KPIs, and implement improvements while ensu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that drives territory sales growth by managing existing accounts and cultivating new business relationships. Leverage customer-centric strategies to enhance client satisfaction and achieve...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K *

Manage the retail department's strategic initiatives, overseeing merchandising, operations, and staff to drive profitability while ensuring outstanding service standards across retail and attractions...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Elevate quality standards by transitioning to a proactive quality system, implementing key metrics, and driving organizational development to eliminate defects. Foster collaboration with operations an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $140K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative health technology solutions while partnering with cross-functional teams to transform member engagement through AI capabilities and strategic product development...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Drive strategy and delivery of data products that enhance decision-making. Collaborate with IT and analytics teams to create scalable solutions while ensuring compliance with quality and security stan...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading data product strategy and delivery, influencing cross-functional teams and enabling enterprise-wide decision-making through high-quality, scalable data products...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to drive materials management and production planning, ensuring efficient inventory control and operational excellence. Lead a dynamic team, optimize processes, and contribute to strateg...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Bring your expertise to lead sourcing activities for castings, collaborating with key stakeholders to develop strategies, manage supplier performance, and drive cost reduction initiatives aligned with...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $157K *

Help us drive operational excellence as you lead Central Stores management, logistics, and customer service strategies supporting global manufacturing with a focus on efficiency, safety, and continuou...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Transform the digital landscape by driving ecommerce strategies and optimizing performance across multiple brands, enhancing customer experiences, and leading internationalization efforts in a fast-pa...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Champion the product selection and pricing strategies for retail categories, leveraging data-driven insights to enhance product performance and profitability while fostering vendor relationships and e...

3 weeks ago

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

$254K - $279K *

Join a passionate sales team to lead and develop Account Executives, driving success in complex selling cycles across diverse industries while fostering an inclusive and high-performance culture...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$254K - $279K *

Empower a dynamic sales team by coaching, developing, and fostering an inclusive culture. Lead strategic initiatives for mid-sized organizations, driving performance and creating impactful customer re...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer innovative supply chain strategies, ensuring optimal procurement, quality, and cost-efficiency across global suppliers, while leading a high-performing team dedicated to excellence in the Defe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.