Category Manager

Uline

Category Manager at Uline responsible for product strategy and vendor partnerships. Leading a team to make a direct impact on business success in shipping and packaging.

Posted 6/5/2026full-timePleasant Prairie • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own product sourcing, vendor selection and new product development within your assigned product category.
Lead vendor negotiations to build successful business partnerships.
Organize vendor visits to understand the manufacturing process and keep a pulse on market trends.
Support the creative strategy for your product category’s catalog and digital marketing layouts.
Make a direct impact in increasing company profitability, product quality and data accuracy.
Build strong relationships with Uline leaders and internal teams including Purchasing, Creative and Quality Control.
Coach and develop a team of Product Management Analysts.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree.
7+ years of experience in Product Management, Supply Chain or Marketing.
Available to travel for tradeshows and vendor visits.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one !
Multiple bonus programs.
Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.
On-site café and first-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.

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Hard Skills & Tools

product sourcingvendor selectionnew product developmentvendor negotiationsdigital marketingdata accuracyproduct qualityproduct managementsupply chainmarketing

Soft Skills

relationship buildingcoachingteam developmentorganizational skillscommunication

Certifications

Bachelor's degree