Category Specialist Jobs
Category Specialist jobs are open across retail, e-commerce, consumer goods, and procurement, from associate to senior and manager levels, with common specializations in assortment planning, vendor management, and pricing strategy. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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WHO WE ARE:
Exemplar Luxury Group, formerly Saks Global, is the luxury collective uniting coveted brands with unrivaled customer experiences across Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman. Driven by a relentless devotion to our customers and powered by our talented colleagues, we offer expertly curated product assortments, unparalleled service and personalized experiences across our integrated retail model. Through strong partnerships with the world's most desired luxury brands and deep customer relationships enhanced by data-rich insights, Exemplar Luxury Group is committed to setting the standard of excellence for luxury retail.
Visit exemplarluxurygroup.com for more information, and follow Exemplar Luxury Group on LinkedIn.
YOU WILL BE:
The E-commerce Category Specialist is responsible for driving the online performance and growth of assigned product categories. This role involves optimizing the online customer experience, managing product presentation and information, analyzing performance data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve sales targets and enhance profitability within the e-commerce channel. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of e-commerce best practices, market trends, and consumer behavior, coupled with excellent analytical and communication skills.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Partner with the manager to implement comprehensive e-commerce category strategies aligned with overall business objectives and online sales targets.
- Collaborate with merchandising and buying teams to influence product assortment and productivity
- Ensures merchandising is aligned with best practices and executed in a timely manner to ensure an intuitive and engaging shopping experience. (ex. navigation, product array, search results, features items, linking strategy, etc). Partners with Digital Experience teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize site experience
- Maintain effective product categorization, filtering, and navigation to enhance user experience. Partner with ISU to implement any changes
- Ensure product information accuracy and consistency across all online touchpoints.
- Track, analyze, and report on key category and brand performance metrics (e.g., sales, conversion rates, average order value, traffic, bounce rates).
- Monitor competitor activities and adjust strategies as needed.
- Work closely with buying/merchandising teams to align online and offline strategies and ensure optimal product availability.
- Collaborate with the digital experience teams to implement website enhancements and resolve technical issues.
- Fields ad hoc requests, present findings and proactively deliver recommendations that inform strategy. Synthesizes large data sets into digestible takeaways that drive action
WHAT YOU WILL BRING:
Required Qualifications (Minimum Requirements):
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in category management, preferably within an ecommerce environment. Experience in retail buying, merchandising, or digital marketing can also be valuable.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, E-commerce, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms, functionalities, and best practices.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, draw conclusions, and develop actionable recommendations.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Preferred Qualifications (nice to haves):
- Experience with content management systems (CMS) and product information management (PIM) systems is a plus.
- Proficiency in web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT EXEMPLAR LUXURY GROUP:
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation
- Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate
- Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)
- An amazing employee discount
Benefits: We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).
Thank you for your interest with Exemplar Luxury Group. We look forward to reviewing your application.
YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT EXEMPLAR LUXURY GROUP:
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation
- Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate
- Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)
- An amazing employee discount
Benefits: We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).
Thank you for your interest with Exemplar Luxury Group. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Exemplar Luxury Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Exemplar Luxury Group and would like to request special assistance or an accommodation, please contact candidatesupport@exemplarluxury.com.
Salary Range $72,000 - $89,000*
Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher-cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location, experience, and other job-related factors.
WHO WE ARE:
Exemplar Luxury Group, formerly Saks Global, is the luxury collective uniting coveted brands with unrivaled customer experiences across Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and Bergdorf Goodman. Driven by a relentless devotion to our customers and powered by our talented colleagues, we offer expertly curated product assortments, unparalleled service and personalized experiences across our integrated retail model. Through strong partnerships with the world's most desired luxury brands and deep customer relationships enhanced by data-rich insights, Exemplar Luxury Group is committed to setting the standard of excellence for luxury retail.
Visit exemplarluxurygroup.com for more information, and follow Exemplar Luxury Group on LinkedIn.
YOU WILL BE:
The E-commerce Category Specialist is responsible for driving the online performance and growth of assigned product categories. This role involves optimizing the online customer experience, managing product presentation and information, analyzing performance data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve sales targets and enhance profitability within the e-commerce channel. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of e-commerce best practices, market trends, and consumer behavior, coupled with excellent analytical and communication skills.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Partner with the manager to implement comprehensive e-commerce category strategies aligned with overall business objectives and online sales targets.
- Collaborate with merchandising and buying teams to influence product assortment and productivity
- Ensures merchandising is aligned with best practices and executed in a timely manner to ensure an intuitive and engaging shopping experience. (ex. navigation, product array, search results, features items, linking strategy, etc). Partners with Digital Experience teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize site experience
- Maintain effective product categorization, filtering, and navigation to enhance user experience. Partner with ISU to implement any changes
- Ensure product information accuracy and consistency across all online touchpoints.
- Track, analyze, and report on key category and brand performance metrics (e.g., sales, conversion rates, average order value, traffic, bounce rates).
- Monitor competitor activities and adjust strategies as needed.
- Work closely with buying/merchandising teams to align online and offline strategies and ensure optimal product availability.
- Collaborate with the digital experience teams to implement website enhancements and resolve technical issues.
- Fields ad hoc requests, present findings and proactively deliver recommendations that inform strategy. Synthesizes large data sets into digestible takeaways that drive action
WHAT YOU WILL BRING:
Required Qualifications (Minimum Requirements):
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in category management, preferably within an ecommerce environment. Experience in retail buying, merchandising, or digital marketing can also be valuable.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, E-commerce, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of e-commerce platforms, functionalities, and best practices.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, draw conclusions, and develop actionable recommendations.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Preferred Qualifications (nice to haves):
- Experience with content management systems (CMS) and product information management (PIM) systems is a plus.
- Proficiency in web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT EXEMPLAR LUXURY GROUP:
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation
- Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate
- Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)
- An amazing employee discount
Benefits: We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).
Thank you for your interest with Exemplar Luxury Group. We look forward to reviewing your application.
YOUR LIFE AND CAREER AT EXEMPLAR LUXURY GROUP:
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation
- Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate
- Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)
- An amazing employee discount
Benefits: We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).
Thank you for your interest with Exemplar Luxury Group. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Exemplar Luxury Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with Exemplar Luxury Group and would like to request special assistance or an accommodation, please contact candidatesupport@exemplarluxury.com.
Salary Range $72,000 - $89,000*
Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher-cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location, experience, and other job-related factors.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Energy
- Electronics & Hardware
- Mining & Natural Resources
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in category specialist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, marketing, or a related field
- Experience with category management tools and planogram software such as JDA or Apollo
- Proficiency in syndicated data platforms such as Nielsen or Circana for sales analysis
- Demonstrated ability to manage vendor relationships and negotiate terms
- Strong analytical skills with experience in Excel or similar data analysis tools
- Familiarity with retail math including margin, turn, and sell-through calculations
Tips for Your Category Specialist Job Search
Quantify your category performance results
Hiring managers want to see sales lift, margin improvement, or SKU rationalization outcomes, not just responsibilities. Pull numbers from past roles, whether that's sell-through rate gains or inventory turn improvements, and lead with them in your bullets.
Tailor your resume to the retailer's format
Grocery, drug, and mass-market retailers use different category management frameworks. Align your resume language to the buyer's category structure, whether that's planogram ownership, promotional calendar management, or space-to-sales analysis, before you apply.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists category specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target companies with active category growth
Retailers expanding private label lines or launching new categories hire category specialists faster and give them broader scope. Check recent earnings calls or trade press for category investment signals before prioritizing which openings to pursue.
Prepare a category review walkthrough for interviews
Many category specialist interviews include a whiteboard or take-home exercise where you analyze a category and make a recommendation. Practice walking through data, identifying gaps in assortment or pricing, and presenting a clear action recommendation in under ten minutes.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
Category size, vendor relationship ownership, and cross-functional influence vary widely between roles with the same title. Clarify which categories you'd own and whether the role includes direct buyer or planner collaboration before accepting an offer.
Category Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most category specialists?
The companies hiring the most category specialists right now include Ferguson, Deloitte, and Saks Global, with the largest share of openings in Ohio, Illinois, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Retailers, consumer packaged goods companies, and large distributors consistently make up the bulk of category specialist hiring.
How many category specialist jobs are remote?
About 67% of category specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with on-site roles more common in grocery and mass retail where planogram resets and store visits are part of the job. E-commerce category roles and CPG supplier-side positions tend to offer more remote flexibility than traditional retailer-side buyer-adjacent roles.
How do you become a category specialist?
Start by building a foundation in retail, merchandising, or supply chain through an entry-level buyer's assistant, merchandising coordinator, or demand planning role. Develop fluency in syndicated sales data and category review processes, then move into a category analyst or junior category manager position. Earning a category management certification from an industry association strengthens your candidacy for specialist roles at larger retailers.
Can I get a category specialist job with limited experience?
Yes, many category specialist roles are accessible to candidates coming from adjacent positions such as retail buyer's assistant, merchandise planner, or vendor account coordinator. Demonstrating hands-on experience with sales data analysis, assortment planning tools, or space management software compensates for a shorter direct history. Highlighting any exposure to category review presentations or promotional planning in your resume helps close the gap.
What does the category specialist interview process look like?
Most category specialist interviews involve a recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on your category analysis experience, and at least one practical exercise where you review a data set and present a category recommendation. Final rounds often include a panel with cross-functional partners such as a buyer, planner, or merchant. Be ready to walk through a real category review you have worked on and explain the business outcome.
Where can I find and apply to category specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to category specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience level and category focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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