Category Manager

About this role

Real people. Real service.

At SupplyHouse.com, we value every individual team member and cultivate a community where people come first. Led by our core values of Generosity, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, and GRIT, we’re dedicated to maintaining a supportive work environment that celebrates diversity and empowers everyone to reach their full potential. As an industry-leading e-commerce company specializing in HVAC, plumbing, heating, and electrical supplies since 2004, we strive to foster growth while providing the best possible experience for our customers.

We are looking for a Category Manager to join our Merchandising Team. This individual will report into our VP of Merchandising to develop and execute category strategies that drive revenue, customer growth, and competitive differentiation. If you are eager to own product lifecycle management, assortment decisions, and category performance within assigned product areas, we’d love to hear from you!

This remote position is open to individuals who live in, or are open to relocating to, the following states: Arizona, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.

This position requires travel to our headquarters in Melville, NY 3 times per year for internal meetings and team building activities. We reimburse reasonable and necessary travel expenses, and you’re also welcome to work on-site anytime beyond these visits – our doors are always open.

Role Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Location: Remote

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with time zone flexibility

Base Salary: $90,000 – $115,000 per year

Responsibilities:

Category Strategy & Ownership

• Develop category strategies by analyzing industry trends, product assortments, customer insights, and competitive positioning.

• Determine new products and brands to launch that align with category goals and financial targets.

• Build deep expertise in designated product types, including functions, use cases, and customer applications.

Product & Vendor Management

• Lead product lifecycle management for new and existing items, including performance reviews and strategic adjustments.

• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate solutions, and evaluate vendor performance to optimize assortment and profitability.

• Conduct assortment reviews and recommend changes to improve category performance.

Cross‑Functional Leadership

• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, sand…