Remote Category Manager – Kitchen & Bath Growth Lead

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote work environment

Employer provided equipment

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K plan with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Installation Made Easy (IME) is seeking a Category Manager for remote work in the United States. You will develop and execute strategies for home improvement categories, act as the SME, and drive category performance across partner networks.

You will analyze category metrics, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and lead projects like Wizards and Spec Sheets to improve programs and results. Strong organization and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 4+ years of proven experience in Kitchen and Bath, Flooring, Exteriors, MEP or other home improvement categories
• 4+ years of retail experience
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of an organization, including executive and C-level
• Exceptional organization skills
• Ability to juggle multiple projects at a time, while maintaining efficiency and sharp attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to changing or multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Own and manage strategic direction for assigned product categories to drive sales growth, competitiveness, and customer satisfaction across partner networks.
• Develop and execute category plans with measurable leads, sales, and revenue goals; routinely review results, identify gaps, and take corrective action.
• Own category-specific projects and improvements, including Wizards, Spec Sheets, and related technology or process initiatives; maintain project plans, milestones, deadlines, and action items.
• Be a subject matter expert for assigned categories with a large emphasis on performance.
• Use knowledge of IME systems and workflows to identify opportunities to improve category programs, partner experience, and operational efficiency.
• Proactively engage manufacturers, distributors, and dealer networks; document partner feedback, communicate next steps, and resolve or elevate barriers to progress.
• Maintain and execute category promotional calendars, evaluate promotion effectiveness, and adjust quarterly promotional strategies based on performance.
• Analyze key category reports to guide decisions.

Skills

Category management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytics

Job description

Installation Made Easy (IME) is seeking a Category Manager for remote work in the United States. You will develop and execute strategies for home improvement categories, act as the SME, and drive category performance across partner networks.

You will analyze category metrics, coordinate cross-functional initiatives, and lead projects like Wizards and Spec Sheets to improve programs and results. Strong organization and communication are essential.