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bioMerieux

Category Manager

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site +1

This position can be based in Durham, NC or Salt Lake City, UT and offers a hybrid schedule (50% onsite, 50% remote) with an every-other-Friday-off schedule (9/8/80). The Category Manager in In ...

bioMerieux

Category Manager

Durham, NC · On-site +1

This position can be based in Durham, NC or Salt Lake City, UT and offers a hybrid schedule (50% onsite, 50% remote) with an every-other-Friday-off schedule (9/8/80). The Category Manager in In ...

BioFire Diagnostics

Category Manager

Durham, NC · On-site +1

This position can be based in Durham, NC or Salt Lake City, UT and offers a hybrid schedule (50% onsite, 50% remote) with an every-other-Friday-off schedule (9/8/80). The Category Manager in In ...

SOLV Energy

Subcontractor Category Manager

Edison, NJ · Remote

$104K - $130K/yr

The Category Manager will collaborate closely with engineering, operations, and finance teams to ... This role can be fully remote or based full-time in our office in Edison, NJ. Specific location ...

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 ...

bioMerieux Inc.

Category Manager

Durham, NC · On-site +1

Description This position can be based in Durham, NC or Salt Lake City, UT and offers a hybrid schedule (50% onsite, 50% remote) with an every-other-Friday-off schedule (9/8/80). The Category Manager ...

Campbell's

Category Manager, Convenience

Charlotte, NC · On-site +1

As a member of the Campbell Snacks Category Management Team, the Category Manager, Convenience will ... This role is fully remote. Preferred geography is Central or Eastern Time Zones. What you will do.

bioMerieux

Category Manager

Morrisville, NC · On-site +1

This position can be based in Durham, NC or Salt Lake City, UT and offers a hybrid schedule (50% onsite, 50% remote) with an every-other-Friday-off schedule (9/8/80). The Category Manager in In ...

Campbell's

Category Manager, Convenience

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

As a member of the Campbell Snacks Category Management Team, the Category Manager, Convenience will ... This role is fully remote. Preferred geography is Central or Eastern Time Zones. What you will do.

SOLV Energy

Subcontractor Category Manager

Edison, NJ · On-site +1

$104K - $130K/yr

The Category Manager will collaborate closely with engineering, operations, and finance teams to ... This role can be fully remote or based full-time in our office in Edison, NJ. Specific location ...

Rentokil

Category Manager

Marietta, GA · On-site +1

This role is responsible for the procurement process for certain of Rentokil-Terminix NA spend, including management of cross-functional teams to facilitate the definition of category plans, defining ...

Progressive

Category Manager Lead

Cleveland, OH · Remote

$89K - $119K/yr

As a category manager for data in our Supplier Data and Systems Management department, data is at ... Remote work allowed. Must-have qualifications * A minimum of seven years of experience in contract ...

Newell Brands

Senior Category Manager - Meijer & Kohls

$127K - $175K/yr

Grand Rapids, MI (preferred), Chicago, IL, or Remote Reports to: Director, Category Management Job Summary: The Senior Category Manager will act as a category expert by providing best in class ...

ArchKey Solutions

ELECTRICAL SWITCHGEAR CATEGORY MANAGER Remote About the company ArchKey is one of the nation's largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Remote Category Manager position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Category Manager, you need expertise in category management, data analysis, supply chain principles, and strategic sourcing, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with ERP systems, procurement software, and analytical tools like Excel or Power BI is typically required, along with relevant certifications such as CPM or CPSM being advantageous. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and self-motivation are standout soft skills for this largely independent and collaborative role. These competencies are crucial for effectively optimizing product categories, building supplier relationships, and delivering results in a remote environment.

What is a Remote Category Manager job?

A Remote Category Manager is responsible for overseeing a specific product category within a company while working remotely. Their duties include analyzing market trends, managing supplier relationships, optimizing product assortment, and developing strategies to drive sales and profitability. They collaborate with cross-functional teams such as marketing, sales, and supply chain to ensure category success. This role requires strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and experience in category management or merchandising. Remote work adds flexibility but also requires strong communication and self-management skills.

What are the typical challenges faced by a Remote Category Manager and how can I overcome them?

As a Remote Category Manager, one of the main challenges is maintaining effective collaboration and communication with cross-functional teams and suppliers without in-person interactions. It’s important to leverage digital tools such as video conferencing, instant messaging, and shared project management platforms to stay connected and ensure alignment on goals. Additionally, managing multiple categories remotely requires strong organizational skills and the ability to analyze market trends independently. By proactively scheduling regular check-ins and fostering transparent communication, you can successfully navigate these challenges and excel in the role.

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Category Manager

bioMerieux

Chapel Hill, NC • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

This position can be based in Durham, NC or Salt Lake City, UT and offers a hybrid schedule (50% onsite, 50% remote) with an every-other-Friday-off schedule (9/8/80).

The Category Manager in In-Direct will collaborate with the Category Manager, Procurement Manager, or Procurement Director to define and implement bioMérieux’s procurement strategies for assigned categories. Ensure the effective deployment of these strategies across the organization, maintaining alignment with defined objectives. Provide regional operational support by managing supplier relationships, ensuring contract compliance, and overseeing supplier performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Effectively communicates the procurement category strategies (T&M Contractors and Prof. Services) under their responsibility and ensures their implementation across the global bioMérieux organization. Demonstrates deep expertise in the assigned category, including cost modeling, benchmarking, market trends, low-cost country (LCC) sourcing options, product technical roadmaps, and target costing.
  • Actively contributes to and supports cross-functional teams in defining and refining category strategies.
  • Leads negotiations and agreements on Terms and Conditions and local contracts. Manages frame agreements and issues purchase orders. Oversees contract compliance and execution, maintains a Contract Events Register, and handles claims or disputes with suppliers. Escalates major contractual non-performance issues and manages supply changes. Defines and maintains the framework for supplier relationships.
  • Prepares and leads negotiations with suppliers on pricing, contracts, and long-term agreements.
  • Supports business risk analysis of the supplier panel. Provides input for defining the supplier panel and drives its implementation, including supplier approvals in collaboration with relevant functions. Evaluates supplier performance within assigned categories and conducts regular performance reviews, including follow-up on corrective and continuous improvement plans.
  • Leads annual negotiations with suppliers on performance targets. Prepares and conducts periodic management reviews covering local and global performance, strategic positioning, business outlook, and product/market developments. Oversees long-term improvement initiatives and mobilizes internal resources to capture and implement supplier-driven innovations and improvement opportunities.
  • Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor degree required (Business Administration preferred)
  • 5+ years of professional experience in procurement contracts, buyers, supply chain, similar field. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in negotiations (contracts, pricing, lead times)
  • Cross-cultural and international experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMérieux promotes.
  • Effective Presentation Skills – including the ability to present technical data
  • Demonstrates assertiveness and confidence in the face of a challenge
  • Flexibility, being highly adaptable and resilient to thrive in a dynamic work environment
  • Easily accessible and open to communication
  • Ability to work cross-functionally allowing for better collaboration and communication when working across teams to achieve shared objectives
  • Driving continuous improvement by evaluating processes and implementing necessary changes
  • Skilled in MS Office tools to include but not limited to Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel (Advanced: demonstrates deep knowledge; manages complex tasks and integrates multiple tools independently)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (active listening, collaboration, ability to influence, etc.)
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Travel Required: Domestic travel 10%, International travel required: 5% 

 
The estimated salary range for this role based in North Carolina and Utah is between $89,500 – 148,100. This role is eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and individual performance per bioMerieux’s bonus program. This range may differ from ranges offered for similar positions elsewhere in the country given differences in cost of living. Actual compensation within this range is determined based on the successful candidate’s experience and will be presented in writing at the time of the offer. 
In addition, bioMérieux offers a competitive Total Rewards package that may include: 
·        A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options 
·        Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance 
·        Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance 
·        Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match. 
·        Adoption Assistance 
·        Wellness Programs 
·        Employee Assistance Program 
·        Commuter Benefits 
·        Various voluntary benefit offerings 
·        Discount programs 
·        Parental leaves 
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