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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$104K - $130K *

Lead dynamic materials management operations, guiding a team in procurement, logistics, and inventory control to maximize efficiency and support strategic objectives while fostering a culture of conti...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Drive strategic merchandise planning and inventory management to optimize sales and margins across channels while leading complex business areas and special projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Manage category strategy and financial performance for Vitamins & Supplements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze data for growth opportunities, and optimize product assortments to achie...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $100K *

Optimize your career by leading logistics operations and enhancing customer satisfaction. Drive performance through strategic planning and employee development across multiple sites while ensuring saf...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $100K *

Join a team that leads logistics operations, overseeing multiple sites while ensuring high customer satisfaction. Drive improvements through strategic planning, employee development, and a focus on sa...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Grow your career with a leading restaurant technology firm as you cultivate strategic partnerships, support channel success, and drive brand momentum while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $100K *

Develop and maintain strong partnerships with resellers to drive growth, ensuring alignment with our product initiatives, and support channel success through mentorship and collaboration with internal...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Transform the sales landscape by leading a dynamic team of Outside Sales Representatives, driving growth, and fostering a culture of high performance and collaboration to achieve sales targets and mar...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at your career by leading a dynamic purchasing team, blending strategic oversight with hands-on execution to achieve cost objectives, enhance vendor relationships, and ensure opera...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $131K *

Lead the charge in enhancing digital capabilities as a Product Manager, bridging product line, sales, and operations to deliver impactful, user-centric solutions in a fast-paced, cross-functional envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $151K *

Pioneer the gift card program by managing operations, marketing, and cross-functional partnerships to drive customer loyalty and financial growth while executing strategic initiatives and optimizing p...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at revenue growth by managing the full sales cycle and forging strong client relationships. Drive success through effective prospecting, tailored proposals, and a commitment to exc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Innovate and drive our Employer product from conception to execution, forming a robust business model while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure a standout user experience and measurable revenue...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $273K *

Help us manage consulting projects in the pharmaceutical sector, ensuring timely, budget-compliant delivery. Lead teams, provide strategic guidance, and enhance client satisfaction for innovative solu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $273K *

Empower clients in the pharmaceutical sector by managing multiple consulting projects, ensuring timely delivery and driving strategic insights to elevate overall client satisfaction and organizational...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and operation of a centralized enterprise marketplace for Federal and Defense sectors, ensuring compliance and operational excellence throughout the procurement...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion the delivery of complex projects by leading a skilled team, ensuring adherence to strategic objectives while managing procurement, executions, and risk mitigations from initiation to completi...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Lead a high-performing team to manage complex projects from initiation to completion. Ensure effective procurement, execution, and compliance while achieving strategic business objectives in a collabo...

3 weeks ago

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

$98K - $133K *

Lead the charge in managing high-complexity procurement projects, ensuring compliance with purchasing policies, and enhancing vendor management initiatives while collaborating with internal stakeholde...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $142K *

Take ownership of manufacturing operations, leading teams to ensure safety, quality, and productivity while driving continuous improvement within a dynamic environment that supports advanced semicondu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $153K *

Optimize logistics networks by managing strategic initiatives that enhance service levels and operational efficiency while evaluating suppliers and processes for cost savings and improvement opportuni...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $140K *

Lead our supply chain operations, overseeing inventory organization and compliance in a large-scale warehouse. Elevate process improvements while collaborating across teams to optimize efficiency and...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $140K *

Contribute to the efficiency of a vast warehouse operation, leading a dynamic team to optimize inventory management, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving cross-functional collaboration for...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $234K *

Drive innovation by leading new product development initiatives that enhance existing solutions and explore market opportunities, ensuring significant revenue growth and strategic differentiation acro...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic retail initiatives, managing projects and resources to drive growth. Collaborate with teams to define objectives, ensure quality, and innovate solutions that e...

3 weeks ago

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

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.