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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$110K - $130K *

Drive complex project implementations by leading cross-functional teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring compliance. Leverage Salesforce expertise to optimize processes and foster client relations...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $185K *

Join a team that's redefining partner marketing strategy, driving pipeline growth, and fostering relationships with national partners. Leverage your expertise to execute impactful campaigns and collab...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Champion the development of Planning and Inventory strategies, leading a team to optimize supply chain performance and ensure compliance. Drive process improvements and manage supplier relationships t...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $168K *

Optimize internal monitoring processes by leading clinical evaluations and audits across operational functions. Drive compliance, enhance decision-making, and foster team development to ensure alignme...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $145K *

Unlock potential by managing the tender process across multiple contracts, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with project teams to provide expert contract administration and negotiation...

Plainfield, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Innovate your career by driving go-to-market strategies and customer marketing for CPQ solutions. Collaborate across teams to launch initiatives, craft compelling narratives, and leverage AI tools to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by driving strategic growth and building strong customer relationships. Lead innovative sales initiatives, optimize market presence, and collaborate with teams to exceed targets...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Champion impactful programs by leading cross-functional teams, driving strategic alignment, and ensuring seamless execution. Leverage your expertise to manage complex initiatives that delight customer...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's advancing oncology solutions by managing global clinical trials. Lead project execution from protocol development to study closeout, ensuring quality and compliance while fostering...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $146K *

Lead and inspire field operations for home energy rebate programs, ensuring efficiency and customer satisfaction. Drive team performance, technical oversight, and strategic growth initiatives across M...

Mississippi, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Elevate mobile app acquisition strategies by managing omni-channel paid media campaigns. Collaborate with clients to optimize performance, drive growth, and ensure seamless execution across platforms...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$153K - $213K *

Champion the development of a key platform, driving strategy, success metrics, and technical depth while collaborating across teams to deliver impactful solutions that meet customer needs and enhance...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $155K *

Champion the execution of complex business initiatives by leading cross-functional projects, mentoring teams, and driving data-informed decisions to ensure alignment with organizational goals and prom...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth across a multistate territory by managing a team of Dealer Representatives. Oversee sales operations, strategic direction, and relationship building to achiev...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $126K *

Optimize category management strategies to drive growth through data analysis, collaboration, and actionable insights. Leverage communication skills to influence cross-functional teams and enhance bus...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$145K - $165K *

Advance your career by driving commercial growth in the Chemical Process Industry. Lead sales and account management, build client relationships, and influence strategic business goals while working r...

Houston, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$76K - $127K *

Elevate your career by driving impactful marketing strategies for electronic prior authorization solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance provider engagement and improve patient access, while le...

Columbus, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $180K *

Transform talent acquisition by leading strategic hiring initiatives, optimizing processes, and fostering collaboration. Drive operational excellence through data analysis and stakeholder engagement t...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic leadership role overseeing sales strategies and team development in the Chromatography & Mass Spectrometry sectors, driving revenue growth and customer satisfaction thr...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive sourcing strategies and supplier relationships across diverse supply chains, ensuring alignment with business needs and operational excellence while leading cross-functional teams to achieve str...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $141K *

Execute integrated marketing strategies that drive measurable growth by translating business priorities into actionable programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance pipeline performance and lev...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$168K - $240K *

Lead the charge in optimizing business operations through innovative solutions, driving efficiency and productivity while fostering cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision-making to en...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing paid search strategies, managing a $700K-$1M monthly budget, and driving growth across multiple platforms. Own end-to-end account management, from keyword strategy to off...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join us to drive regional sales growth by developing strategies, building a motivated team, and fostering strong customer relationships. Your leadership will be key in achieving financial targets and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $155K *

Transform customer engagements by leading a dynamic team, ensuring project success through effective management and operational oversight. Drive continuous improvement and enhance client satisfaction...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.