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 *

Drive product leadership across Fintech & Earnings to innovate services that empower financially constrained members. Collaborate cross-functionally and deploy AI to enhance user experiences and exped...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing our ELERA channel strategy. Collaborate with partners to drive revenue, build enablement programs, and expand our market reach while ensuring success through effective ex...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $208K *

Empower standardized processes for data center development by leading cross-functional collaboration, optimizing performance, and ensuring compliance across APAC, AMS, and EU regions. Drive innovation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $112K *

Strategize impactful social strategies that deepen brand relevance and community engagement, leveraging audience insights and cultural trends to enhance content ecosystems and drive measurable busines...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Collaborate with clients and team members to lead innovative supply chain technology solutions, ensuring project delivery excellence and strong client relationships. Drive strategic projects and ident...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $96K *

Lead the charge in managing medium to large-scale projects with substantial impact, overseeing planning, execution, and closure while ensuring alignment with scope, budget, risk, and quality objective...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operational performance and driving business goals. Foster a culture of continuous improvement while coaching teams in complex manufacturing environments. Empower leaders...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $124K *

Manage end-to-end product delivery by analyzing customer insights, prioritizing features, and leading validation through effective collaboration. Drive strategy, integrations, and compliance in a dyna...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $187K *

Lead and manage customer acquisition strategies, optimizing growth across various channels while enhancing lead quality and conversion through cross-functional collaboration and innovative technology...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$118K - $160K *

Lead strategic development of innovative semiconductor automation solutions. Focus on Vacuum Robotics while collaborating cross-functionally to meet customer needs and industry standards, driving grow...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $198K *

Play a key role in driving global marketing strategies for a suite of molecular diagnostics products, ensuring market expertise, product positioning, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of food safety and quality by managing supplier relations, ensuring compliance with specifications, and driving continuous improvement in product standards. Collaborate across teams t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Elevate food safety and quality as you manage supplier compliance and optimize manufacturing processes across categories, ensuring adherence to standards while fostering improvement through collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Drive continuous improvement in procurement through implementation of best practices and lean methodologies. Collaborate across functions to enhance supply chain efficiency and ensure alignment with g...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive financial planning and profitability for merchandising strategies while developing a team. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize inventory, sales, and margin results, ensuring effective exe...

4 days ago

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

$102K - $143K *

Oversee the incubation of merchants to drive category growth while collaborating cross-functionally to address business challenges. Offer strategic solutions and stay updated on product developments...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$102K - $143K *

Elevate your career by acquiring and nurturing merchant partnerships to drive category growth. Collaborate across teams to address business challenges with innovative solutions and stay updated on pro...

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Reposted 6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion continuous improvement in procurement by leading cross-functional teams and implementing best practices for optimal supply chain efficiency. Drive culture change with expertise in lean method...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Transform data into actionable insights while leading marketing analytics strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, audience understanding, and reporting practices, driving a data-d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead engineering efforts in product design, manufacturing efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive innovation while managing tooling projects, ensuring quality and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $122K *

Drive product knowledge and sales capabilities by connecting global teams with local markets. Enhance customer engagement and revenue growth through effective training, marketing deployment, and produ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $167K *

Discover the opportunity to advance your career by leading innovative statistical projects, leveraging real-world data insights to shape healthcare decisions, and collaborating with diverse teams to e...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive seasonal product assortments, translating brand vision into commercial reality through data-driven assortment architecture and strategic buy decisions. Manage and mentor a...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead transformative programs for major corporations, leveraging your procurement expertise to drive impactful change and enhance business performance within a dynamic, collaborative environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $177K *

Join a team that's focused on optimizing spend categories while mentoring category managers. Utilize your analytical skills and industry expertise to drive strategic sourcing initiatives, build suppli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.