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 *

Shape the future of procurement by developing category strategies that enhance supply chain performance and drive cost savings. Collaborate across functions to optimize supplier relationships and achi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a strategic leader driving sourcing and category management initiatives for direct materials, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and sustainability throughout cross-functional t...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of real estate and facilities management by developing strategies, overseeing vendor relationships, and ensuring excellence across Tarkett's North American portfolio while partnering...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your impact by leading strategic sourcing and category management for critical direct materials, optimizing cost, quality, and sustainability through data-driven decisions and supplier relatio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the strategic direction for real estate and facilities services, overseeing vendor management and ensuring optimal service quality, cost efficiency, and project success across diverse operati...

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock strategic procurement for industrial services. Lead sourcing initiatives, negotiate contracts, and drive supplier performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to foster operation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping procurement strategies for Industrial Services while driving supplier relationships and optimizing costs. Leverage your expertise to enhance operational efficiency and contr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive supply chain excellence and innovation in strategic sourcing, procurement, and materials planning for AI server repair operations. Lead teams to ensure quality, efficiency, and timely availabili...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $124K *

Transform the future of energy by leading global sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely procurement of electronics materials crucial for our innovative electrica...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Lead procurement strategies and supplier negotiations to optimize costs and ensure supply continuity in a manufacturing environment, focusing on raw materials within the plastics and packaging sectors...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $186K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team managing strategic sourcing for professional services. Take charge of supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and market research to optimize procurement pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $186K *

Lead strategic sourcing for professional services, managing contracts and supplier relationships while conducting market research to optimize procurement strategies and enhance operational efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $186K *

Shape the strategic sourcing for professional services, managing contracts, conducting negotiations, and ensuring alignment with business needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive supplier relatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $186K *

Manage strategic sourcing of professional services by leading negotiations, conducting market research, and optimizing contract renewals to enhance supplier relationships and fulfill organizational ne...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $186K *

Optimize strategic sourcing and contract lifecycle for professional services. Lead the negotiation and management of contracts while ensuring supplier performance and relationship maintenance to drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $186K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives for professional services, leading negotiations, managing contracts, and conducting market research to optimize procurement operations and deliver measurable value...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $120K *

Unlock potential by transforming data into actionable insights, driving category growth through collaboration with cross-functional teams, and ensuring effective decision-making based on clear, engagi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Lead procurement activities by defining and executing category strategies while fostering supplier relationships to drive innovation and achieve long-term cost savings. Collaborate across functions en...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative procurement strategies, optimize supplier relationships, and lead cross-functional collaboration to enhance quality, delivery, and cost efficiency for direct materials across multi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing comprehensive sales strategies to optimize performance across key customer segments, driving growth and establishing strategic market positioning. Engage wi...

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform procurement strategies to maximize value, streamline sourcing, and enhance supplier relationships while leading a team in strategic decision-making to ensure total cost efficiency across ent...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize procurement strategies and lead sourcing initiatives to enhance organizational performance, ensuring cost efficiencies and superior service delivery across indirect services while managing mu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Explore and execute strategies for optimizing operational systems that enhance fulfillment and delivery processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive efficiency, scalability, and user experience...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$116K - $197K *

Develop and lead Indirect Strategic Sourcing strategies for Facilities and Operations, aligning with financial objectives while enhancing vendor performance and supplier relationships for optimal valu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive enterprise-wide strategy for professional services sourcing, influencing stakeholders and managing complex supplier relationships while optimizing cost and performance. Shape...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.