Top 25 Category managers Jobs in Costa Mesa, Ca

Senior Category Leader
BLACKHAWK INDUSTRIAL OPERATING CO —Anaheim, CA
- $145,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Pass drug screening
- English
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Grocery Category Manager
Mother's Market & Kitchen, Inc. —Newport Beach, CA
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Buyer / Planner / Analyst
Alternative Retail | Tustin, CA —Santa Ana, CA
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Online Fashion Sales Category Manager
Alilang —Anaheim, CA
- $60,000 - $85,000 a year
- Part-time
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Portfolio Manager
myTOD —Santa Fe Springs, CA
- $110,000 - $137,000 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Merchandising
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Buyer - Women's, Denim and Denim Shorts
Pacific Sunwear Stores LLC —Anaheim, CA
- $100,000 - $110,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- 401(k) matching
- Referral program
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Buyer- Men's Screens
Tillys —Irvine, CA
- $100,000 - $115,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- 5 years
- Merchandising
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Buyer, Men's Non- Apparel
Pacific Sunwear Stores LLC —Anaheim, CA
- $100,000 - $108,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- 401(k) matching
- Referral program
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Merchandising Analyst
EMINENT, INC. —Cerritos, CA
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- SQL
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Divisional Merchandise Manager - Work Apparel and Work Boots
Boot Barn —Irvine, CA
- $180,000 - $225,000 a year
- Heavy lifting
- Merchandising
- 11+ years
- Store discount
- Health insurance
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Merchandise Planner
5.11 —Costa Mesa, CA
- $80,000 - $95,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Merchandising
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Buyer - Men’s Knit Tops and Ballcaps
Boot Barn —Irvine, CA
- $95,000 - $110,000 a year
- Heavy lifting
- 5 years
- Word processing
- Store discount
- Health insurance
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Temporary Associate Merchant
Pentland Brands —Long Beach, CA
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Merchandising
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
6d
Assistant Merchant - Temp/Contract
Torrid —City of Industry, CA
- $34 - $35 an hour
- Temporary
- Merchandising
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
10d
Portfolio Manager
Wismettac Asian Foods, Inc. —Santa Fe Springs, CA
- $110,000 - $137,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Marketing
- 5 years
- Merchandising
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
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Market Merchandiser - Softgoods
Pentland Brands —Long Beach, CA
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
10d
Associate Merchandise Planner
Pacific Sunwear Stores LLC —Anaheim, CA
- $71,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Ecommerce Manager
Monoprice Inc. —Brea, CA
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Merchandising
- ERP systems
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Marketing Staff – Merchandising Department (Japanese Bilingual)
Move On, Inc —Carson, CA
- From $23.08 an hour
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Roark Ecommerce Merchandise Planner
Archipelago Companies —Irvine, CA
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Senior Category Leader

BLACKHAWK INDUSTRIAL OPERATING CO -
Anaheim, CA

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Job Details

$145,000 - $175,000 a year

Full Job Description

WHO ARE WE: BlackHawk Industrial provides you with the highest quality industrial products and equipment, offering manufacturing services while creating innovative engineered supply solutions. We truly believe in the importance of the local relationships with the customers we service. Our employees have fun every day exceeding the expectations of our customers, suppliers, and shareholders. We distinguish ourselves as the #1 choice of industrial manufacturers who are in need of Technical Service and Production Savings.

We are BIG ENOUGH TO SERVE, and SMALL ENOUGH TO CARE.

SUMMARY: The Senior Category Leader is responsible for owning the performance of the Round Cutting Tools category, including developing and executing strategies that drive sales growth, profitability, market share expansion, and supplier alignment. This category leader owns the category strategy, pricing strategy, supplier management, assortment optimization, and commercial execution for both national brands and BlackHawk private label offerings within the category. The Senior Category Leader partners closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, and supplier partners to identify growth opportunities, support strategic customer initiatives, and deliver business results. This position serves as the primary business owner for the Round Cutting Tools category

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Category Strategy & Business Leadership

Develop and execute the strategic vision and business plan for the Round Cutting Tools category and related metalworking product categories as assigned.
Drive revenue growth, gross margin improvement, and market share expansion.
Identify and prioritize growth opportunities across products, suppliers, markets, and customer segments.
Establish annual objectives, business plans, and performance targets.
Manage category profitability and key performance indicators.
Evaluate market trends, competitive activity, customer needs, and assortment opportunities.

Conduct regular category reviews and business performance assessments.
Lead initiatives that improve category effectiveness, operational execution, and overall business performance.

Supplier Management & Strategic Partnerships

Develop and maintain strong strategic relationships with key supplier partners.
Lead joint business planning activities and supplier growth initiatives.
Negotiate marketing programs, supplier investments, and growth opportunities.
Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement efforts.
Align supplier strategies with BlackHawk's growth objectives and customer needs.

Commercial Leadership

Partner closely with Sales leadership to identify opportunities, remove barriers, and accelerate category growth.
Support strategic customer opportunities and key account initiatives.
Lead category positioning, assortment optimization, pricing strategies, and supplier alignment.
Collaborate with Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, eCommerce, and Sales teams to ensure successful execution of category initiatives.
Provide category expertise and guidance to internal stakeholders and customers.
Serve as a key member of the Category Management leadership team.
Influence and collaborate effectively across multiple functions and organizational levels.
Lead strategic projects and initiatives that impact business performance.
Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field, or equivalent industry experience.
10+ years of experience in industrial distribution, manufacturing, category management, product management, or related commercial leadership roles.
Significant experience within the metalworking industry, including deep knowledge of Round Cutting Tools.
Demonstrated success managing strategic supplier relationships and business performance.
Strong commercial, financial, analytical, and negotiation skills.
Proven ability to develop and execute strategic business plans.
Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills.
Strong project management and organizational capabilities.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and growth-oriented environment.
Experience managing large product categories within industrial distribution.
Working knowledge of tooling, workholding, metalworking applications, and manufacturing processes.
Experience partnering with senior and executive leadership teams.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Advanced degree (MBA or related discipline).
Experience leading cross-functional strategic initiatives.
Strong understanding of industrial distribution market dynamics and channel strategies.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

None required

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Employee is regularly required to speak and hear English, stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms. Employee is required to use computer or other equipment.
Employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to _25_ pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to clearly focus.

PPE REQUIRED:

Eye protection, hearing protection, foot protection with metatarsal guard, puncture proof gloves.

OTHER INFORMATION:

BHID policy requires all potential employees to undergo pre-employment background and drug screening. This is a standard procedure we follow to ensure a safe and productive work environment.

BENEFITS:

Health Insurance BCBS of OK HDHP
HSA with Employer match (must meet criteria)
Dental and Vision Insurance
401K Plan and Company Match
FSA (Full FSA, Limited FSA, and Dependent FSA)
Company paid Long Term and Short-Term Disability
Company paid basic Life Insurance and AD&D/
Supplemental life and AD&D/Dependent life
Ancillary Critical Illness Insurance (Wellness Rider Included)
Ancillary Accident Insurance (Wellness Rider Included)
Ancillary Hospital Indemnity
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Includes concierge services and travel assistance.
Paid Time Off
Holiday Paid Time Off
Gym Reimbursement
Quarterly Wellness challenge with a chance to will money or prizes
Tuition Reimbursement – after 1 year of employment

BlackHawk Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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category managers jobs in costa mesa, ca

Senior Category Leader

Grocery Category Manager

Buyer / Planner / Analyst

Online Fashion Sales Category Manager

Portfolio Manager

Buyer - Women's, Denim and Denim Shorts

Buyer- Men's Screens

Buyer, Men's Non- Apparel

Merchandising Analyst

Divisional Merchandise Manager - Work Apparel and Work Boots

Merchandise Planner

Buyer - Men’s Knit Tops and Ballcaps

Temporary Associate Merchant

Assistant Merchant - Temp/Contract

Portfolio Manager

Market Merchandiser - Softgoods

Associate Merchandise Planner

Ecommerce Manager

Marketing Staff – Merchandising Department (Japanese Bilingual)

Roark Ecommerce Merchandise Planner

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