Senior Category Manager Jobs

Explore Senior Category Manager jobs for experienced professionals who lead category strategy, merchandising, sourcing, and business growth. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you discover senior roles where you can shape product portfolios, improve performance, and deliver measurable results.

What Does a Senior Category Manager Do?

Senior Category Managers guide the performance and direction of one or more product or service categories. They analyze customer and market trends, set assortment and pricing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and work with teams across marketing, sales, finance, and operations. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on retail merchandising, e-commerce, procurement, or category growth.

Skills and Experience Employers Value

Employers commonly seek substantial experience in category management, merchandising, strategic sourcing, or a related field. Strong candidates bring analytical skills, commercial judgment, negotiation experience, and the ability to turn data into actionable plans. Leadership, communication, financial forecasting, and proficiency with relevant analytics or planning tools can also be important.

Senior Category Manager Salary and Opportunities

Compensation varies by industry, location, company size, and scope of responsibility. Senior roles may include ownership of significant revenue or spend, team leadership, and opportunities to advance into director-level positions. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it easier to find opportunities aligned with experienced candidates.

Find Your Next Category Management Role

Search Senior Category Manager openings on Ladders to compare opportunities by employer, location, and responsibilities. Review each listing for salary details, qualifications, and role scope, then tailor your résumé to highlight category results, strategic initiatives, supplier outcomes, and measurable business impact.

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$138K - $165K *

Drive the end-to-end lifecycle of innovative AI-powered products, shaping strategy and vision while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver exceptional business and customer value through effectiv...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in market intelligence and sales support, bridging teams to drive insights and strategies in U.S. power markets. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify opportunities and enhance cu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Empower partner marketing initiatives by developing strategies that drive qualified referrals and pipeline growth across diverse partner ecosystems in North America and EMEA. Collaborate with stakehol...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Transform customer engagement by providing expert pre-sales technical support, leading complex solution development, and delivering impactful presentations to ensure tailored solutions meet client nee...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $113K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage customer renewals, fostering strong relationships and driving retention. Leverage your negotiation skills to maximize profits while ensuring client satisfaction and n...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $119K *

Drive impactful health initiatives by leading high-visibility projects across the Health Systems segment. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage resources, and deliver results through effective plannin...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$232K - $319K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cybersecurity by leading a dynamic team of Solutions Engineers. Drive partner engagement, foster relationships, and execute strategic initiatives to enhance per...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Unlock potential by managing end-to-end sourcing for data center networking equipment, leading negotiations, and maintaining vendor relationships in a fast-paced, supply-constrained environment to sup...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading hands-on implementations of Celonis solutions, leveraging AI tools to deliver impactful outcomes for enterprise customers. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate busine...

Washington, DCRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $165K *

Transform the marketing landscape by driving product launches, shaping narratives, and executing strategies in a dynamic environment. Collaborate closely with engineers to communicate complex technolo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive enterprise sales by building relationships with large dealership groups. Identify opportunities, navigate complex decision-making processes, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailor...

Des Moines, IARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $225K *

Transform vendor performance and customer satisfaction by leading strategic initiatives across a global BPO network. Drive accountability, analyze data, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance o...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $188K *

Champion vendor excellence and customer satisfaction by leading cross-functional initiatives and driving strategic oversight across a global BPO network. Leverage analytical skills to enhance performa...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive enterprise modernization through AI solutions. Oversee complex implementations, ensuring alignment across technical and business stakeholders while delivering meas...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $115K *

Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for IT services, managing supplier relationships and ensuring alignment with business objectives to deliver measurable value across multiple s...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing financial activities, analyzing data, and developing cash management strategies. Drive profitability through effective forecasting and reporting while ensuring complian...

Minnesota, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $188K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, driving supplier negotiations, and developing comprehensive category strategies to maximize member value and enhance operational efficien...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $188K *

Reimagine your career with a strategic sourcing leader role, driving negotiation strategies and supplier engagement to enhance service line value. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize s...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $188K *

Transform your career by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, driving supplier negotiations, and enhancing value for service lines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative str...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Serve as a strategic advisor to clients, leading performance marketing initiatives and fostering growth through integrated strategies, analytics, and emerging technologies while mentoring team members...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Take ownership of Nanit's growth in Canada by driving revenue across DTC, Amazon.ca, and retail channels. Leverage market insights and collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish a category-d...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Manage vendor intake and performance oversight, ensuring compliance and alignment with enterprise objectives while fostering strong vendor relationships and leading a team to drive operational excelle...

Missouri, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Transform your career by driving financial strategy and analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making, optimize reporting tools, and provide insights that shape key busi...

Hamilton, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Champion strategic sourcing for high-voltage equipment, leading cross-functional teams to enhance procurement efficiency and supplier relationships, driving operational success and profitability acros...

Coppell, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Oversee complex projects from pre-bid to completion, ensuring quality, cost, and customer satisfaction. Play a key role in decision-making and team guidance while managing risks and project delivery a...

Oregon, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Category Manager do?question toggle

    A Senior Category Manager develops and executes plans to improve the performance of a product or service category. Responsibilities often include analyzing market and sales data, managing assortment and pricing, negotiating with suppliers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Senior Category Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for several years of experience in category management, merchandising, sourcing, procurement, or a related area. Analytical ability, negotiation skills, commercial judgment, and experience influencing stakeholders are frequently valued.

  • How much do Senior Category Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as industry, location, company, and role scope. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation information and details.

  • Where do Senior Category Managers work?question toggle

    Senior Category Managers work across industries including retail, consumer goods, e-commerce, technology, and manufacturing. Roles may focus on merchandising, product assortment, procurement, supplier strategy, or category growth.

  • How can I find Senior Category Manager jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Senior Category Manager listings on Ladders and filter opportunities based on factors such as location and employer. Compare the responsibilities and qualifications, and tailor your résumé to demonstrate measurable category and business results.