Entry Level Category Manager Jobs
New grad category manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a relevant portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Retail, and Manufacturing, with employers like TikTok, Walgreens, and C&S Wholesale Grocers hiring at this level now.
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We're seeking a Senior Specialist to optimize our direct procurement operations and drive strategic sourcing initiatives. If you excel at negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and uncovering cost-saving opportunities, this role offers the impact and visibility you're looking for.
What will you do?
- Lead contract negotiations and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality and cost efficiency
- Identify and execute cost-saving strategies through data-driven analysis and strategic sourcing
- Partner with cross-functional teams to understand procurement requirements and deliver solutions
- Optimize procurement processes while managing risk and maintaining compliance standards
What are the key skills we are looking for?
- Procurement Negotiations — advanced level; securing favorable terms and building strong supplier partnerships
- Contract Management — advanced level; drafting and managing agreements that protect business interests
- Cost Analysis — advanced level; identifying savings opportunities and optimizing spend across categories
- Supplier Management — advanced level; building relationships that drive performance and innovation
- Conflict Management — advanced level; resolving disputes and aligning stakeholder expectations effectively
- Problem Solving — advanced level; addressing complex procurement challenges with strategic solutions
- Continuous Learning — advanced level; staying current with industry trends and best practices
- Customer Orientation — advanced level; understanding internal needs and delivering value-driven outcomes
What qualifications will make you successful?
- Strategic thinker who balances cost, quality, and risk in procurement decisions
- Strong influencing abilities to drive alignment across teams and with external partners
- Comfortable working independently and making decisions in ambiguous situations
- Proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and identifying new opportunities
What's in it for me?
- High-visibility role where your work directly impacts organizational efficiency and strategy
- Opportunity to lead initiatives and shape procurement practices across the business
- Collaborative culture that values expertise and invests in your professional development
- Exposure to diverse projects that expand your skills and business knowledge
Bring your procurement expertise to a team that's ready to support your success — apply today!
Local Benefits (English):At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 117,600 - USD 176,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
(External) English Company Boiler Plate:
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
We're seeking a Senior Specialist to optimize our direct procurement operations and drive strategic sourcing initiatives. If you excel at negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and uncovering cost-saving opportunities, this role offers the impact and visibility you're looking for.
What will you do?
- Lead contract negotiations and manage supplier relationships to ensure quality and cost efficiency
- Identify and execute cost-saving strategies through data-driven analysis and strategic sourcing
- Partner with cross-functional teams to understand procurement requirements and deliver solutions
- Optimize procurement processes while managing risk and maintaining compliance standards
What are the key skills we are looking for?
- Procurement Negotiations — advanced level; securing favorable terms and building strong supplier partnerships
- Contract Management — advanced level; drafting and managing agreements that protect business interests
- Cost Analysis — advanced level; identifying savings opportunities and optimizing spend across categories
- Supplier Management — advanced level; building relationships that drive performance and innovation
- Conflict Management — advanced level; resolving disputes and aligning stakeholder expectations effectively
- Problem Solving — advanced level; addressing complex procurement challenges with strategic solutions
- Continuous Learning — advanced level; staying current with industry trends and best practices
- Customer Orientation — advanced level; understanding internal needs and delivering value-driven outcomes
What qualifications will make you successful?
- Strategic thinker who balances cost, quality, and risk in procurement decisions
- Strong influencing abilities to drive alignment across teams and with external partners
- Comfortable working independently and making decisions in ambiguous situations
- Proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and identifying new opportunities
What's in it for me?
- High-visibility role where your work directly impacts organizational efficiency and strategy
- Opportunity to lead initiatives and shape procurement practices across the business
- Collaborative culture that values expertise and invests in your professional development
- Exposure to diverse projects that expand your skills and business knowledge
Bring your procurement expertise to a team that's ready to support your success — apply today!
Local Benefits (English):At Schneider, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD 117,600 - USD 176,400 per year. This pay range includes base pay and short-term incentives. The compensation range for this full-time position applies to candidates located within the United States. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Care for Yourself and Your Family. We ensure you feel secure with benefits that help you and your family thrive: medical (with member reward points), dental, vision, and basic life insurance, Benefit Bucks, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves, well-being programs, 12 holidays per year, and 15 days of paid time off per year.
Invest and Plan Your Future. We help you plan and invest for the future with competitive pay and programs including base salary, incentives, company share ownership, and 401(k) with match.
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
(External) English Company Boiler Plate:
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
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Who's Hiring
- TikTok19
- Walgreens7
- C&S Wholesale Grocers7
- Amazon6
- Molex4
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software28
- Retail21
- Manufacturing10
- Distribution & Wholesale9
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces7
Entry Level Category Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level category manager job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who understand procurement basics, vendor relationships, and data analysis, even from coursework or internships. Highlighting experience with category planning tools, Excel, or supplier coordination gives you an edge. A degree in business, supply chain, or marketing is common, but internship projects or coursework that show analytical thinking can carry equal weight at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level category managers?
Companies hiring entry level category managers right now include TikTok, Walgreens, and C&S Wholesale Grocers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Retailers, consumer goods companies, and large procurement-driven organizations tend to be the most active hirers at this level, often building out junior category teams to support senior managers.
Are there remote entry level category manager jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid roles make up the majority of openings at this level. About 15% of entry level category manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so candidates open to in-office work will find a broader range of opportunities, particularly at larger retailers and procurement teams that prefer hands-on onboarding for junior hires.
Are these new grad category manager jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior category manager roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work as a substitute for full-time history, or lists a portfolio and coursework as qualifying credentials. If a job description does not require prior full-time experience, it is worth applying to as a new grad.
Which industries hire the most entry level category managers?
Entry Level category manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Retail, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive consistent junior hiring because their purchasing cycles, supplier networks, and product assortments require dedicated category support that organizations often build by bringing in early-career talent and training them on internal processes.