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Hitachi

Category Manager

Raleigh, NC · Remote

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Category Manager The Opportunity In this role, you will develop and implement category strategies that support cost ...

Advantage Solutions

Category Manager

Richmond, VA

$64K - $84K/yr

Category Manager At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a dedicated ... What we offer: * Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life) * 401(k) with company match

Hitachi, Ltd.

Category Manager

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Category Manager The Opportunity In this role, you will develop and implement category strategies that support cost ...

WAI Global

Category Manager

Job Type Full-time Description POSITION OVERVIEW The Category Manager is responsible for providing data-driven, actionable insights to key partners by leveraging a combination of macroeconomic ...

Advantage Solutions

Category Manager

Dallas, TX · Remote

$55K - $85K/yr

Category Manager At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a dedicated ... What we offer: * Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life) * 401(k) with company match

double kwik

Category Manager

Whitesburg, KY

Retail Job Status: Full Time FLSA Status: Salary Exempt Reports To: COO Job Type: Director Level ... The Category Manager analyzes sales trends, customer buying behaviors, and market conditions to ...

Chicago Public Schools

Category Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K - $118K/yr

This is a full-time, exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis. The Category Manager will be held accountable for the following responsibilities: * Proactively manage ...

Chicago Public Schools

Category Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

This is a full-time, exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis. The Category Manager will be held accountable for the following responsibilities: * Proactively manage ...

Zoro

Category Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$95K - $159K/yr

Job Summary The Category Manager is responsible for managing assigned product categories and ... At least 18 paid time off days annually for full-time employees and 6 company holidays per year ...

Zola

Category Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

We are looking for a smart, driven, and detail-oriented Category Manager who is passionate about ... This full-time role will be hybrid at our office in NYC (Tuesdays & Thursdays). About Zola We're ...

Zola

Category Manager

New York, NY · Hybrid

$90K - $110K/yr

We are looking for a smart, driven, and detail-oriented Category Manager who is passionate about ... This full-time role will be hybrid at our office in NYC (Tuesdays & Thursdays). About Zola We're ...

AutoZone

Category Manager

Memphis, TN · On-site

The Category Manager will manage product assortment, placement decisions, pricing, promotions, and ... All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time): * Competitive pay * Unrivaled company culture * Medical ...

AutoZone

Category Manager

Memphis, TN · On-site

The Category Manager will manage product assortment, placement decisions, pricing, promotions, and ... All AutoZoners (Full-Time and Part-Time): * Competitive pay * Unrivaled company culture * Medical ...

Cintas

Category Manager

Mason, OH · On-site

Requisition Number: 231885 Cintas is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Category Manager to be ... Regular Schedule: Full Time Shift: 1st Shift #INDT2

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How much do full time category manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time category manager in the United States is $93,410.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $110,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Category Manager vs Category Analyst?

AspectFull Time Category ManagerCategory Analyst
CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in category managementBachelor's degree, data analysis skills
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, vendor negotiations, team leadershipData analysis, reporting, market research
Employer & IndustryRetail, consumer goods, wholesaleRetail, market research firms, consumer goods
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding managerial roles, career pathData-driven decision making, analytical skills

The Full Time Category Manager focuses on strategic category planning, vendor relations, and team leadership, while the Category Analyst primarily handles data analysis, market research, and reporting. Both roles require relevant degrees, but the manager role emphasizes strategic oversight, whereas the analyst role centers on data insights to support decision-making.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Category Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,410 per year, or $44.9 per hour.

Category Manager

Hitachi

Raleigh, NC • Remote

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Develop and implement category strategies that support cost optimization, quality, and supply chain performance.

  • Manage sourcing activities including RFQ/RFP development, negotiation, contract management, and supplier selection.

  • Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers, monitor supplier performance, and conduct business reviews.

Job description

Location:

Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Job ID:

R0137554

Date Posted:

2026-07-21

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Category Manager

The Opportunity

In this role, you will develop and implement category strategies that support cost optimization, quality, and supply chain performance for assigned categories within Hitachi Energy's Grid Integration business. You will manage sourcing activities, supplier relationships, contract processes, and category planning while working closely with engineering, operations, finance, and other functions to align procurement activities with business needs. Your work will involve identifying cost reduction opportunities, improving supply chain efficiency, managing supplier performance, and monitoring market and regulatory developments. By helping secure reliable supplier performance, quality, delivery, and service levels, you will contribute to the continuity and performance of operations that support the power industry while gaining exposure to cross-functional collaboration, supplier management, strategic sourcing, and category development practices.

How You'll Make an Impact
  • Develop and execute category strategies including spend evaluation, market intelligence, supplier segmentation, and risk management.
  • Manage sourcing activities including RFQ/RFP development, negotiation, contract management, and supplier selection.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers while monitoring performance and conducting business reviews.
  • Drive continuous improvement activities with suppliers to enhance category performance.
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations, finance, and other departments to align category strategies with business needs.
  • Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities, value engineering activities, and supply chain efficiencies.
  • Manage supplier quality, delivery, and service performance and implement corrective actions when needed.
  • Monitor industry trends, technological developments, and regulatory changes relevant to assigned categories.
  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
Your Background
  • Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or procurement, preferably within the energy or manufacturing sector.
  • Proven record of developing and implementing category strategies and achieving cost savings.
  • Negotiation and contract management skills.
  • Proficiency in procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as SAP or Oracle.
  • CPM or CPSM certification is a plus.
More About Us

You will gain experience working across business functions and supplier networks while developing your sourcing, procurement, and category management capabilities.

  • Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy.
  • A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry.
  • Access to learning platforms and career development programs.
  • Attractive health and retirement benefits.
  • Paid leave and flexible work arrangements.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities


Equal Employment Opportunity

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals

with disabilities.


Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

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About Hitachi Vantara

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Hitachi Rail is a fully integrated, global provider of rail solutions across rolling stock, signaling, service & maintenance, digital technology and turnkey. With a presence in 38 countries across three continents and over 13,000 employees, our mission is to contribute to society through the continuous development of superior rail transport solutions.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

2017

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