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Analog Devices

Category Manager

Camas, WA · On-site

$95K - $131K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... to category management, and market knowledge to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve ... full-time employees (prorated for part-time employees), and paid sick time that exceeds the ...

Transcat, Inc.

Category Manager

Rochester, NY

$72K - $108K/yr

This is a full time on-site role at our Rochester location preferably, but could also be based out ... Overview- The purpose of this Category Manager position is to manage a fleet of electronic ...

Transcat, Inc.

Category Manager

Vista, CA

$95K - $105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is a full time on-site role at our Rochester location preferably, but could also be based out ... Overview- The purpose of this Category Manager position is to manage a fleet of electronic ...

Festival Foods

Category Manager

De Pere, WI

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Green Bay Support Office Full-Time ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS: We are a Wisconsin grocer that is ... Category Manager Reports To: Grocery and Wine/Spirits Sr. Director The Category Manager must ...

Agile Space Industries

Senior Category Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$88K - $150K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Job Type Full-time Description Agile Space Industries is a rapidly growing supplier of propulsion ... Agile Space Industries is seeking a Supply Chain Category Manager. This role drives the strategic ...

Palmer Food Service

Category Manager

Rochester, NY · On-site

$65K - $83K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Category Manager to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable ... Benefits of working Full-Time at Palmer Food Services: * Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Transcat, Inc.

Category Manager

Rochester, NY

$95K - $105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is a full time on-site role at our Rochester location preferably, but could also be based out ... Overview- The purpose of this Category Manager position is to manage a fleet of electronic ...

Dover Corporation

Category Manager

Austin, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is a full-time on-site role and will be responsible for day-to-day tasks such as category management, analytical skills application, contract negotiation, procurement, and sales activities. You ...

TEGNA Inc.

Category Manager Indirect

Virginia, IL · On-site

Administers and supports, as needed, all ad hoc sales calls and scheduling of single-use and full-time services across the TEGNA enterprise footprint. * Manages all indirect category spend databases.

Dover Corporation

Category Manager

Austin, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is a full-time on-site role and will be responsible for day-to-day tasks such as category management, analytical skills application, contract negotiation, procurement, and sales activities. You ...

Dover Corporation

Category Manager

Austin, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This is a full-time on-site role and will be responsible for day-to-day tasks such as category management, analytical skills application, contract negotiation, procurement, and sales activities. You ...

Williams-Sonoma

Senior Category Manager

Olive Branch, MS · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Over 4,000 Full-Time Associates across the Supply Chain * 14.5M square feet of small parcel ... The Sr. Category Manager determines supplier and contract strategies that minimize risk, improve ...

Addison Group

Sr. Category Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Senior Category Manager - Construction Procurement Houston, TX Direct Hire $120,000-$135,000 DOE + Bonus Opportunity Monday-Friday | Full-Time | 100% Onsite | Approximately 10-15% Travel This ...

Columbia

Associate Category Manager, Technology

Portland, OR · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

ABOUT THE POSITION The Associate Category Manager plays a key role in supporting Columbia ... At Columbia Sportswear Company, we're proud to offer regular full-time employees a benefits package ...

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As of Aug 15, 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 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,410 per year, or $44.9 per hour.

Category Manager

Festival Foods

De Pere, WI

Full-time

Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 25 days ago

Festival Foods rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 280 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

45th of 122 rated grocery stores

Job description

Company OverviewABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS: We are a Wisconsin grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and providing guests with exceptional service and value. We operate +40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.

At Festival, people are at the top of our list. You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs.

Job Summary

Job Title: Category Manager     

Reports To: Grocery and Wine/Spirits Sr. Director

The Category Manager must possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills. The position purchases center store products, working with a variety of wholesalers, brokers and vendor partners. This position will work closely with the Center Store Department Directors in achieving desired gross profit plans.

External Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Build weekly itemization, pricing and layout for ad insert, direct mail and digital advertising offers that delivers sales and gross profits plans.
  • Proof all department advertising for accuracy and completeness.
  • Identify suppliers (vendors, brokers, manufacturers), select merchandise, and negotiate contracts.
  • Negotiate and purchase products at the most favorable cost in quantities consistent with store trends and sales volume.
  • Monitor sales of key items and make adjustments based on competitor market pricing and advertising.
  • Manage every day and seasonal assortments of products for all store locations.
  • Review and provide direction on deselection of items, addition of new items and placement for planograms.
  • Negotiate advertising, new item and placement fees with vendors.
  • Develop key strategies to drive sales, while analyzing market trends of new and existing items.
  • Deliver AOP Sales and Gross Profit targets.
  • Forecast and place timely orders of key ad items, seasonal items and warehouse inventory.
  • Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences
  • Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, related field or equivalent experience required.
  • Minimum of 5 years buying and merchandising experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, quantitative analysis, resource allocation and leadership techniques.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills including verbal communication, listening, negotiation, problem solving, decision making, and being assertive.
  • Must work well in a team environment while being collaborative in research and execution of the team plan.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described below is representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

  • Professional presence and proper phone and e-mail etiquette is required.
  • Sitting/standing at a desk/computer 75% of the time.
  • The position requires fine finger and broad manual dexterity.

WORK SCHEDULE

The Buyer/Merchandiser is a full-time position.  

Benefits OverviewWHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE:
  • Associate Discount: Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household!.
  • Weekly Pay & Premium Pay: Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.
  • Two-Week Advanced Scheduling: Better Planning. Better Balance. We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.
  • Vision & Dental Insurance: Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options that are designed to fit your needs.
  • Support: Our associates receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.
  • Save for Your Future: Offering a 401(k), we're proud to support our associates in planning for retirement. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals. At Festival Foods we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates. Festival Foods believes that an inclusive environment for teammates of all backgrounds and perspectives strengthens our ability to serve our guests and communities, as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people.
    • Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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    Festival Foods serves guests in 40 full-service, state-of-the-art supermarkets throughout Wisconsin. At Festival Foods, we're not simply selling groceries, we're on a mission! Every business decision we make is based on our "Boomerang Principle"--empowering our associates to make decisions and take actions that will "Bring the Customer Back". We are proud to be a family and employee-owned company.

    Industry

    Retail

    Company size

    5,001 - 10,000 Employees

    Headquarters location

    De Pere, WI, US

    Year founded

    1946

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