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Position Summary
This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorshipSamsung Electronics America (SEA) is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances, enterprise solutions and networks systems. Across each of these areas, our work drives innovation, economic growth and workforce opportunity in the United States.
For nearly five decades, Samsung has been at the forefront of technological advancements, investing over $100 billion and creating more than 20,000 jobs nationwide. Our mission? To integrate cutting-edge products, services, and AI technology to deliver smarter, sustainable, and more connected experiences that empower people to live better.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SEA offers opportunities to work alongside global visionary thinkers and innovators who are passionate about making a difference. Explore the exciting opportunities at Samsung Electronics America and discover how you can make an impact.
To learn more, visit Samsung.com. For the latest news, visit news.samsung.com/us.
Position Overview
This role will report to the VP, Hand Held Products and Mobile Enhancements, to drive product and category planning, go-to-market (GTM) strategy, and lifecycle management for Galaxy Smartphones in the US market. The individual will join the Plano, Texas-based SEA Product Management org directly supporting SEA leadership, Carrier & Retail account teams, cross-functional GTM teams, and the Headquarters-based product planning and product management organizations.
A successful individual will strive to become an expert in the market, our products, our competitors, our consumer, and our customers (Carriers & Retailers). This role will function as an overall market expert and will lead the planning & GTM strategy for all Galaxy smartphones – from definition through execution. Lastly, this role will support the technology roadmap, uniting opportunities for Samsung with partner requirements for the US smartphone product lineup.
Role and Responsibilities
- Lead a team of Product Managers (S Series, Z Series, & A Series) focused on driving market share growth across key segments
- As a people leader, prioritize team member growth & development to efficiently manage the variety of simultaneous work streams
- Partner with the Headquarters to ensure US consumer & carrier requirements are represented in future roadmap planning
- Collaborate with Carrier & Retail account teams for new product introductions & customer RFPs secure a positive portfolio ranging result
- Lead a cross-functional effort to author & drive GTM strategy for new product launches, including data-based rationale for key objectives, business goals for volume & revenue, and KPIs to measure progress
- Own product positioning & value proposition for the US Market – based on a deep understanding of US market trends, competitor strategies, consumer insights, and other market research
- Partner with Mobile Marketing to define target consumer, create guiding documentation (key feature prioritization, messaging, focused RTB pillars, etc), and product claims (eg, “fastest”, “brightest”, etc)
- Serve as lead product stakeholder in reviewing & approve training documentation, press materials, etc based on defined product positioning
- Own SEA pricing strategy and maintain history, aligning with account teams on final terms at product ranging
- Lead top-down device forecasting to judge unique portfolio scenarios and provide input to Headquarters, aligning with Carrier & Retail account teams and other business planning teams
- Serve as product line spokesperson, evangelizing the product value proposition to internal stakeholders, customers, & media
- Partner with other cross-functional teams on post-launch analyses, leading the review from a product/VoC perspective and contributing analysis and recommendations based on performance
- Own portfolio strategy for each defined market segment, following competitive movement and market share adjustments to identify opportunities for Samsung and make strategic recommendations on a regular cadence
- Advocate for technology roadmap for future smartphones, validating against US Carrier requirements as well as Samsung-driven initiatives to drive product and business innovation
Skills and Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- 16+ years of experience in a strategic role coupled with a strong focus on execution of strategic ideas
- Passion for technology is a must
- Candidate should be a proven people manager
- Strong written, visual, and verbal presentation skills are required, as the role involves both internal and external presentations. The role will require direct communication with Samsung executive leadership (local and global), executive customer leadership, & media. Ability to influence strategic decisions and product decisions is expected As this role will serve as a key communication interface across a number of cross-functional teams, advanced Project Management skills are necessary (eg, on-time delivery of key working deliverables, managing cross-functional teams towards proposal & launch dates, tracking of launch information – specs, pricing, etc)
Preferred Qualifications:
- A background in Mobile is a major plus
- MBA is preferred with 12+ years of relevant experience Previous experience in consumer wants and needs identification, growth and product innovation, data and pricing analysis, technology trend analysis, consumer insights and consumer preference analysis, trade-off and cost optimization analysis are highly sought after
Life @ Samsung - https://www.samsung.com/us/careers/life-at-samsung/
Benefits @ Samsung - https://www.samsung.com/us/careers/benefits/
Regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) have access to benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Employee Purchase Program, Tuition Assistance (after 12 months), Paid Time Off, Student Loan Program (after 12 months), Wellness Incentives, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance.
To ensure a fair and transparent recruitment process, please do not use GenAI tools during your interview unless explicitly permitted; failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in disqualification from the recruitment process.
* Please visit Samsung membership to see Privacy Policy, which defaults according to your location. You can change Country/Language at the bottom of the page.
At Samsung, we believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We aim to create a global team where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities, inspiring our talent to be their true selves. Together, we are building a better tomorrow for our customers, partners, and communities.
- Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable Accommodations for Qualified Individuals with Disabilities During the Application Process
Samsung Electronics America is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process, please contact our Reasonable Accommodation Team (855-557-3247) or SEA_Accommodations_Ext@sea.samsung.com for assistance. This number is for accommodation requests only and is not intended for general employment inquiries.
Position Summary
This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorshipSamsung Electronics America (SEA) is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances, enterprise solutions and networks systems. Across each of these areas, our work drives innovation, economic growth and workforce opportunity in the United States.
For nearly five decades, Samsung has been at the forefront of technological advancements, investing over $100 billion and creating more than 20,000 jobs nationwide. Our mission? To integrate cutting-edge products, services, and AI technology to deliver smarter, sustainable, and more connected experiences that empower people to live better.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SEA offers opportunities to work alongside global visionary thinkers and innovators who are passionate about making a difference. Explore the exciting opportunities at Samsung Electronics America and discover how you can make an impact.
To learn more, visit Samsung.com. For the latest news, visit news.samsung.com/us.
Position Overview
This role will report to the VP, Hand Held Products and Mobile Enhancements, to drive product and category planning, go-to-market (GTM) strategy, and lifecycle management for Galaxy Smartphones in the US market. The individual will join the Plano, Texas-based SEA Product Management org directly supporting SEA leadership, Carrier & Retail account teams, cross-functional GTM teams, and the Headquarters-based product planning and product management organizations.
A successful individual will strive to become an expert in the market, our products, our competitors, our consumer, and our customers (Carriers & Retailers). This role will function as an overall market expert and will lead the planning & GTM strategy for all Galaxy smartphones – from definition through execution. Lastly, this role will support the technology roadmap, uniting opportunities for Samsung with partner requirements for the US smartphone product lineup.
Role and Responsibilities
- Lead a team of Product Managers (S Series, Z Series, & A Series) focused on driving market share growth across key segments
- As a people leader, prioritize team member growth & development to efficiently manage the variety of simultaneous work streams
- Partner with the Headquarters to ensure US consumer & carrier requirements are represented in future roadmap planning
- Collaborate with Carrier & Retail account teams for new product introductions & customer RFPs secure a positive portfolio ranging result
- Lead a cross-functional effort to author & drive GTM strategy for new product launches, including data-based rationale for key objectives, business goals for volume & revenue, and KPIs to measure progress
- Own product positioning & value proposition for the US Market – based on a deep understanding of US market trends, competitor strategies, consumer insights, and other market research
- Partner with Mobile Marketing to define target consumer, create guiding documentation (key feature prioritization, messaging, focused RTB pillars, etc), and product claims (eg, “fastest”, “brightest”, etc)
- Serve as lead product stakeholder in reviewing & approve training documentation, press materials, etc based on defined product positioning
- Own SEA pricing strategy and maintain history, aligning with account teams on final terms at product ranging
- Lead top-down device forecasting to judge unique portfolio scenarios and provide input to Headquarters, aligning with Carrier & Retail account teams and other business planning teams
- Serve as product line spokesperson, evangelizing the product value proposition to internal stakeholders, customers, & media
- Partner with other cross-functional teams on post-launch analyses, leading the review from a product/VoC perspective and contributing analysis and recommendations based on performance
- Own portfolio strategy for each defined market segment, following competitive movement and market share adjustments to identify opportunities for Samsung and make strategic recommendations on a regular cadence
- Advocate for technology roadmap for future smartphones, validating against US Carrier requirements as well as Samsung-driven initiatives to drive product and business innovation
Skills and Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- 16+ years of experience in a strategic role coupled with a strong focus on execution of strategic ideas
- Passion for technology is a must
- Candidate should be a proven people manager
- Strong written, visual, and verbal presentation skills are required, as the role involves both internal and external presentations. The role will require direct communication with Samsung executive leadership (local and global), executive customer leadership, & media. Ability to influence strategic decisions and product decisions is expected As this role will serve as a key communication interface across a number of cross-functional teams, advanced Project Management skills are necessary (eg, on-time delivery of key working deliverables, managing cross-functional teams towards proposal & launch dates, tracking of launch information – specs, pricing, etc)
Preferred Qualifications:
- A background in Mobile is a major plus
- MBA is preferred with 12+ years of relevant experience Previous experience in consumer wants and needs identification, growth and product innovation, data and pricing analysis, technology trend analysis, consumer insights and consumer preference analysis, trade-off and cost optimization analysis are highly sought after
Life @ Samsung - https://www.samsung.com/us/careers/life-at-samsung/
Benefits @ Samsung - https://www.samsung.com/us/careers/benefits/
Regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) have access to benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Employee Purchase Program, Tuition Assistance (after 12 months), Paid Time Off, Student Loan Program (after 12 months), Wellness Incentives, and many more. In addition, regular full-time employees (salaried or hourly) are eligible for MBO bonus compensation, based on company, division, and individual performance.
To ensure a fair and transparent recruitment process, please do not use GenAI tools during your interview unless explicitly permitted; failure to adhere to these guidelines may result in disqualification from the recruitment process.
* Please visit Samsung membership to see Privacy Policy, which defaults according to your location. You can change Country/Language at the bottom of the page.
At Samsung, we believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We aim to create a global team where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities, inspiring our talent to be their true selves. Together, we are building a better tomorrow for our customers, partners, and communities.
- Samsung Electronics America, Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to employing a diverse workforce, and provide Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Reasonable Accommodations for Qualified Individuals with Disabilities During the Application Process
Samsung Electronics America is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process, please contact our Reasonable Accommodation Team (855-557-3247) or SEA_Accommodations_Ext@sea.samsung.com for assistance. This number is for accommodation requests only and is not intended for general employment inquiries.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Automotive
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in product category manager jobs.
- Three to seven years of category management, buying, or merchandise planning experience
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, or Tableau for category performance reporting
- Experience managing vendor relationships including negotiations on pricing, terms, and promotional programs
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, supply chain, or a related field
- Demonstrated ability to build and execute category strategies tied to revenue and margin targets
- Familiarity with planogram software and retail space planning or e-commerce merchandising platforms
Tips for Your Product Category Manager Job Search
Quantify your category P&L impact
Hiring managers want proof you've owned a category budget and moved the needle. Pull revenue growth, margin improvement, or inventory turn figures from past roles and put them in your resume bullets, not just your cover letter.
Tailor keywords to each job posting
Job titles vary wildly across companies. One posting says category manager, another says merchandise manager or assortment planner. Mirror the exact language from each listing in your resume so ATS filters don't screen you out before a human reads it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists product category manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show cross-functional collaboration in interviews
Interviewers for category management roles probe how you've worked with buyers, suppliers, marketing, and supply chain simultaneously. Prepare two or three stories that show you aligned competing priorities across those teams without letting any one stakeholder dominate.
Highlight vendor negotiation outcomes specifically
Generic claims about strong negotiation skills get ignored. Name the type of contract you renegotiated, what lever you pulled, and what changed in cost or terms. Even one concrete example positions you ahead of candidates who only list the skill.
Research the company's category before every interview
Walk into every interview knowing whether the company leads, follows, or lags in the category you'd own. Comment on a gap in their assortment or a pricing move a competitor made. That level of prep signals you're already thinking like an owner of their business.
Product Category Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most product category managers?
Wismettac Asian Foods, Lockheed Martin, and The Hershey Company are hiring the most product category managers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Retailers and e-commerce companies tend to post the highest volumes, particularly during planning season before the new fiscal year.
How many product category manager jobs are remote?
About 56% of product category manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully on-site roles most common at large brick-and-mortar retailers that require regular store visits and planogram reviews. E-commerce and digital-first companies are more likely to offer fully remote arrangements for this role.
How do you become a product category manager?
Start in an adjacent role such as buyer, merchandise planner, or category analyst to build hands-on exposure to assortment decisions and vendor relationships. From there, take on P&L ownership for even a small sub-category, document the results, and position yourself for a full category manager title. Industry certifications in supply chain or retail management can supplement your experience but rarely substitute for demonstrated ownership of a category.
Can you get a product category manager job without direct category experience?
Yes, especially if you can point to transferable work in pricing analysis, vendor management, buying, or demand planning. Emphasize any project where you influenced assortment selection, negotiated supplier terms, or analyzed sell-through data. Companies hiring at the associate category manager level often value analytical skills and commercial instinct over a specific job title on your resume.
What does the product category manager interview process look like?
Most processes run three to four rounds. An initial recruiter screen is followed by a hiring manager conversation focused on your category ownership experience. The core round typically includes a case study or take-home where you analyze a category's performance and recommend an assortment or pricing change. Final rounds often bring in cross-functional partners from supply chain, marketing, or finance to assess how you'd collaborate across teams.
Where can I find and apply to product category manager jobs?
You can find and apply to product category manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and industry focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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