Category Manager – Kitchen and Bath

Installation Made Easy, Inc.

. Develop and execute strategies for assigned home improvement categories to generate new leads, increase sales and revenue, enhance competitiveness, and improve customer satisfaction across partner networks.

Posted 11/8/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Home Improvement Categories, including Kitchen and Bath, Flooring, and Exteriors, with a focus on driving sales, analyzing market trends, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Proven ability to coordinate promotional strategies and manage cross-functional initiatives effectively.

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Category Performance AnalysisPromotional Strategy DevelopmentRetail ExperienceProject ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Category Metrics AnalysisMarket Trend AnalysisPromotional Calendar ManagementVendor CoordinationSales Strategy Execution

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving AbilityOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailAdaptabilityProfessional Demeanor

Tools & Technologies

IME SystemsProject Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Home ImprovementKitchen and BathFlooringExteriorsRetail

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute strategies for assigned home improvement categories to generate new leads, increase sales and revenue, enhance competitiveness, and improve customer satisfaction across partner networks.
Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned categories and drive measurable category performance and continuous improvement.
Analyze category metrics, market trends, customer behavior, and competitor performance.
Develop coordinated promotional strategies with IME, retailers, manufacturers, distributors, and service providers.
Conduct regular internal and external business reviews.
Own category-specific initiatives, including Wizards, Spec Sheets, and program improvements.
Maintain project plans, milestones, deadlines, and action items.
Use IME systems and workflows to improve category programs, partner experience, and operational efficiency.
Engage manufacturers, distributors, and dealer networks; document feedback, communicate next steps, and resolve or escalate barriers.
Maintain promotional calendars, evaluate promotion effectiveness, and adjust quarterly strategies.
Analyze reports covering leads, sales, revenue, recruitment or assignment needs, ZIP-code coverage, work order cycle time, customer surveys, and promotions.
Research industry trends and outside factors affecting assigned categories.
Complete competitor reviews and category content audits.
Coordinate cross-functional initiatives and ensure commitments and deadlines are met.
Ensure accurate category information across partner-facing and consumer-facing platforms.
Work with marketing teams on promotional strategy, visual merchandising, and creative campaigns.
Attend trade shows, factory visits, and customer-facing events to maintain expertise and identify opportunities.
Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or equivalent
4+ years of proven experience in Kitchen and Bath, Flooring, Exteriors, MEP or other home improvement categories, with a strong understanding of product lines, installation processes, and vendor/contractor coordination in these areas.
4+ years of retail experience
Professional demeanor.
Sound judgment and strong problem-solving ability.
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.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
May require some travel, very limited and less than 10%.

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% remote work environment
Employer provided equipment.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health savings plan includes employer contribution to health savings account.
Medical and dental flexible spending accounts
Company paid basic life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
401K plan with employer match
Company matches 100% of the first 4% of salary deferrals.
All contributions, including employer contributions, are 100% vested immediately.
Employee discount program for Electronics, Groceries, Travel, Entertainment, and more
Employee assistance program
Pay on demand.
Critical illness, hospital indemnity, group accident, and legal insurance
Paid time off.
Equal Opportunity and Drug-Free Workplace