Category Manager Jobs in Atlanta, GA
Category Manager jobs in Atlanta are concentrated in Midtown, Buckhead, and the Cumberland/Galleria corridor, driven by demand across retail, consumer packaged goods, and supply chain. Companies hiring right now include Inspire Brands, UCB, and Google. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position Purpose:
The Category Manager is responsible for executing the overall short- and long-term sales strategy for assigned categories. Responsibilities include working in conjunction with Product Development, Souring, Product Engineering, Merchandising, and other Private Brand teams to drive sales for assigned Private Brand product category. Includes assisting with product review presentations, working with suppliers, executing product line strategies, and reporting financial results to leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- 20% - Assortment Selection - Executes the business review of category/categories on a regular basis; determining changes to product mix to better optimize assortment and drive innovation.
- 40% - Category Management - Collaborate with THD Private Brands and merchants to drive operational excellence for resets, product launch, and in stock.
- 40% - Strategic Team Leadership - Serve as a single point of contact for assigned category for merchandising, internal THD teams and suppliers.
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
- This Position typically reports to the Product Development Merchant
- This Position has 0 Direct Reports
Travel Requirements:
- No travel required.
Physical Requirements:
- Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions, there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
Working Conditions:
- Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be legally permitted to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Working knowledge of presentation software (e.g., Microsoft PowerPoint)
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams
- Ability to convey complex or technical ideas and processes in easy-to-understand terms to diverse audiences
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Understanding of product trends, merchandising, display development and management, and program profitability analysis.
- Understanding of requirements of doing business with customer, including all aspects of business, operations, finance, credit and distribution
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, Specialized with Excel
- Sales experience within The Home Depot
Minimum Education:
- The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
Preferred Education:
- The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
Minimum Years of Work Experience:
- 4
Preferred Years of Work Experience:
- 4
Competencies:
- Persuades
- Collaborates
- Instills Trust
- Builds Networks
- Communicates Effectively
- Customer Focus
- Drives Results
- Organizational Savvy
Position Purpose:
The Category Manager is responsible for executing the overall short- and long-term sales strategy for assigned categories. Responsibilities include working in conjunction with Product Development, Souring, Product Engineering, Merchandising, and other Private Brand teams to drive sales for assigned Private Brand product category. Includes assisting with product review presentations, working with suppliers, executing product line strategies, and reporting financial results to leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- 20% - Assortment Selection - Executes the business review of category/categories on a regular basis; determining changes to product mix to better optimize assortment and drive innovation.
- 40% - Category Management - Collaborate with THD Private Brands and merchants to drive operational excellence for resets, product launch, and in stock.
- 40% - Strategic Team Leadership - Serve as a single point of contact for assigned category for merchandising, internal THD teams and suppliers.
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
- This Position typically reports to the Product Development Merchant
- This Position has 0 Direct Reports
Travel Requirements:
- No travel required.
Physical Requirements:
- Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions, there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
Working Conditions:
- Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be legally permitted to work in the United States
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Working knowledge of presentation software (e.g., Microsoft PowerPoint)
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with cross-functional teams
- Ability to convey complex or technical ideas and processes in easy-to-understand terms to diverse audiences
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Understanding of product trends, merchandising, display development and management, and program profitability analysis.
- Understanding of requirements of doing business with customer, including all aspects of business, operations, finance, credit and distribution
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, Specialized with Excel
- Sales experience within The Home Depot
Minimum Education:
- The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
Preferred Education:
- The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
Minimum Years of Work Experience:
- 4
Preferred Years of Work Experience:
- 4
Competencies:
- Persuades
- Collaborates
- Instills Trust
- Builds Networks
- Communicates Effectively
- Customer Focus
- Drives Results
- Organizational Savvy
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Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Manufacturing
- Chemicals & Materials
Category Manager Jobs in Atlanta: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a category manager job in Atlanta?
Target Atlanta's strongest hiring sectors: retail and consumer packaged goods companies based in Midtown and Buckhead, healthcare supply chain operations in the Perimeter area, and large distribution and logistics employers along the I-85 corridor. Candidates who stand out typically bring vendor negotiation experience, category analytics skills, and familiarity with planogram or assortment planning tools. Networking through Atlanta's retail and supply chain professional communities also opens doors that online applications alone don't.
Which companies hire category managers in Atlanta?
Atlanta category manager roles are posted by Inspire Brands, UCB, and Google and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Atlanta attracts both national retail headquarters and regional CPG and distribution companies, meaning openings range from Fortune 500 procurement teams to growing mid-market brands.
Are there remote category manager jobs in Atlanta?
Yes, though it depends on the role: analytical and strategy-focused category manager positions tend to offer remote flexibility, while roles requiring regular store visits, vendor meetings, or warehouse oversight are typically on-site. About 89% of category manager openings tied to Atlanta are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common among corporate retail and CPG employers headquartered in Midtown and Buckhead.
How can I get a category manager job in Atlanta with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Atlanta is moving into a category analyst or buyer assistant role at one of the city's retail or CPG employers, which regularly hire early-career candidates. Large Atlanta-area retailers and grocery chains often post analyst or junior buyer positions that feed into category management over two to three years. Proficiency in Excel, syndicated data tools like Nielsen or IRI, and any retail internship experience give candidates a measurable edge in Atlanta's competitive market.
Which industries hire the most category managers in Atlanta?
The sectors hiring the most category managers in Atlanta are Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing, and Chemicals & Materials, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Atlanta's role as a major logistics hub and home to several national retail and CPG headquarters makes it a consistent source of category management demand across both corporate and field-facing roles.
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