Head of Category Management

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 Head of Category Management (or Senior Manager, Category Management as we call it!) to join our Merchandising Team. This individual will report into our Vice President of Merchandising and will lead a team of Senior Category Managers, Category Managers, and Associates. This individual will provide strategic leadership for the Category Management function, overseeing category strategy, financial performance, vendor partnerships, and team development. They will also set long‑term team vision, drive enterprise‑level initiatives, and ensure category strategies align with organizational goals. If you're eager to partner closely with senior leadership, influence organizational priorities through data-driven insights and strategic recommendations, and make a company-wide impact, 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 6 times per year for internal meetings and team building activities. Additional travel may be required based on department and company needs. 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. EST

Base Salary: $158,000 – $198,000 per year

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Develop and own the long‑term category vision, ensuring alignment with company strategy and financial objectives

• Identify enterprise‑level opportunities for growth, innovation, and competitive advantage

• Establish category frameworks, processes, and best practices for the organization

• Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing category management team

• Set performance expectations, provide coaching, and support career development

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and strategic thinking

• Enterprise‑Level Category Management

• Oversee category strategies across multiple product areas, ensuring consistency and strategic…