Top 46 Category manager Jobs in Atlanta Ga

Category Manager
EIS —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Analysis skills
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3d
Senior Manager, Category Leadership – Convenience Retail
Coca-Cola —Atlanta, GA
- $139,600 - $157,900 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Marketing
- 5 years
7d
Category Manager - Arby's
Inspire Brands —Atlanta, GA
- Marketing
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
2d
Category Insights Manager
Zep, Inc. —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Merchandising
Category Analyst
Gourmet Foods International —Decatur, GA
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Access
- Pass drug screening
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
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2d
Category Manager - Direct Food Contact Packaging
Veritiv —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Sales
- Customer service
- Analysis skills
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
8d
Category Manager
Halperns' Steak & Seafood —Atlanta, GA
- Email
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Organizational skills
- Profit sharing
- Dental insurance
Senior Manager - Category Management, Marketing - Sonic
Inspire Brands —Atlanta, GA
- 7 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Organizational skills
Associate Category Manager
NAPA —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Office
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Buyer/Product Manager
Napa Home & Garden —Norcross, GA
- Extended hours
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Marketing
- Merchandising
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Category Manager, Private Brands
Home Depot / THD —Atlanta, GA
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Excel
- Sales
1d
Product Manager
Veritiv —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Director of Retail Planning
Trulieve —Marietta, GA
- Sales
- Customer service
- Merchandising
- Paid time off
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Principal Category Lead
Chick-fil-A, Inc. —Atlanta, GA
- Windows
- Master's degree
- Presentation skills
Electronics Buyer
ANTOnline —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
Category Manager - Chemicals, Lubricants, and Paints
ORS Nasco —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Sales
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Assistant Buyer/Product Manager
Napa Home & Garden —Norcross, GA
- Extended hours
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Marketing
- Merchandising
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Manager, Product Category Management- Concrete, Accessories & Chemicals
White Cap —Atlanta, GA
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Up to 50% travel
- Bachelor of Science
7d
Internet Marketplace Merchandiser
Ferguson Enterprises, LLC —Atlanta, GA
- $3,600.00 - $5,866.30 a month
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Merchandising Planner
HD Supply —Atlanta, GA
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Merchandising
- Research

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Category Manager

EIS -
Atlanta, GA

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Job Details

Full-time
3 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
MRP
Bachelor's degree
Vendor relationship management
Contracts
Negotiating purchasing contracts
Vendor contract management
Global sourcing
Cross-functional collaboration
Cross-functional team management
Financial acumen
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Category Manager

Job Description:

Summary: The Category Manager Bearings is responsible for developing and executing the category strategy to drive revenue growth, margin expansion, and working capital optimization within the Bearings portfolio. This role owns supplier relationships, inventory performance, and cross-functional alignment across sales, operations, and finance.

The ideal candidate will combine strong commercial acumen with technical product knowledge of bearings (ball, roller, mounted units, specialty bearings), and a deep understanding of distribution dynamics in industrial and MRO markets.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Accountabilities

(Include the following; however, other duties may apply.)

Category Strategy & Financial Performance

Develop and execute a 13-year category strategy aligned with company growth objectives
Drive revenue, gross margin, and inventory performance (turns, GM, DOS)
Identify white space opportunities, line expansions, and rationalization initiatives
Lead cost savings initiatives, rebate optimization, and margin improvement programs
Build and maintain category scorecards and KPIs

Supplier Management

Serve as primary commercial contact for strategic bearing suppliers (e.g., SKF, Timken, NTN, NSK, Schaffler, RBC, etc.)
Negotiate pricing, rebates, freight terms, payment terms, and inventory programs
Lead Joint Business Planning (JBP) with key suppliers
Monitor supplier performance (OTIF, lead times, quality, cost changes)
Manage supply risk and dual-source strategies where appropriate

Inventory & Demand Planning

Collaborate with SIOP/Demand Planning to optimize stocking strategy and safety stock levels
Manage lifecycle (NPI, phase-in/phase-out, obsolescence mitigation)
Improve forecast accuracy and reduce excess/slow-moving inventory
Align stocking strategies with customer segment needs

Pricing & Market Intelligence

Collaborate with Pricing and Commercial team to develop competitive pricing strategies by segment and channel
Monitor market trends including steel costs, import pressures, tariff exposure, and competitive activity
Partner with Sales to support large bids, project pricing, and contract negotiations

Cross Functional Leadership

Partner with Sales to drive category growth initiatives and training
Support Marketing on promotions, campaigns, and technical positioning
Coordinate with Operations to address capacity, lead times, and logistics constraints
Present category performance updates to executive leadership

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

Education and/or Experience:

Bachelor's Degree required; MBA or CPM/CPIM certification preferred
5+ years of experience in category management, product management, or strategic sourcing
Experience within industrial distribution is strongly preferred
Bearings, or power transmission product knowledge, highly desirable
Proven success negotiating with global manufacturers.

Technical & Commercial Skills:

Strong financial acumen (margin analysis, rebate modeling)
Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel
Understanding of industrial bearing applications (motors pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, etc)
Experience managing vendor agreements and contracts

Leadership & Competencies:

Strategic thinker with strong analytical capability
Effective negotiator with executive presence
Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
Strong communication and presentation skills
Results-driven with high ownership mentality

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Supplier rebate attainment
Inventory turns & working capital reduction
On-time supplier performance
Cost savings delivered
New product / line expansion impact

Work Environment:

Hybrid
Travel up to 25% for supplier visits, trade shows, and customer meetings

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all requirements and responsibilities and as such, is subject to change without notice based on the needs of the business and/or department.

EIS Legacy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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category manager jobs in atlanta ga

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