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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$117K - $234K *

Drive innovative go-to-market strategies for In-Club advertising solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and optimize product launches, ensuring alignment w...

San Bruno, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $159K *

Analyze and build evaluation frameworks for AI agents, ensuring quality and performance meet client and business standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish testing methodologies a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $145K *

Strategize initiatives to enhance workforce alignment and Agile practices, driving high performance in IT services for federal clients while fostering a collaborative culture and supporting strategic...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Drive innovative product strategies in healthcare by identifying market gaps and collaborating across teams to develop and implement solutions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency...

Toronto, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Drive strategic initiatives across partnerships, revenue, and operations. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to tackle complex challenges in a fast-paced environment, ensuring effective executi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join us to deepen strategic partnerships and drive revenue growth through collaboration. You'll enhance G2's influence by managing partner relationships, optimizing integrations, and leading cross-fun...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming retail by driving sales and developing leaders. As a key player, you'll enhance customer experiences, build high-performing teams, and ensure operational excellence acr...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$175K - $190K *

Innovate the deployment process by leading two squads to ensure seamless integration and self-service capabilities for customers, driving measurable outcomes and enhancing product effectiveness in a d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $175K *

Reimagine payroll and people operations by ensuring accurate, timely compensation and benefits. Lead policy development and system improvements while supporting new and existing organizations in their...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $145K *

Lead the lifecycle marketing strategy for partner-sourced users, enhancing activation, onboarding, and engagement. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize experiences and drive measurable growth as...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $285K *

Champion supplier performance and governance frameworks in a dynamic supply chain environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to design metrics, conduct reviews, and enhance supplier relationships, dr...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Lead the charge in guiding industrial energy teams to enhance efficiency through coaching, workshops, and continuous improvement strategies. Mentor new coaches and develop impactful training content w...

Burnaby, BCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative technical solutions. As a Senior Solutions & Implementation Manager, you'll engage with C-level executives and lead high-profile projects, ensurin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead human resources strategy and compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals. Develop talent management plans, guide organizational change, and foster a culture of integrity while...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Help us shape the future of digital advertising by leading a team in delivering programmatic campaign excellence and leveraging data-driven insights to meet client objectives across various channels...

New York, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Transform procurement strategies globally by leading a dynamic team, collaborating with finance and legal, and optimizing vendor relationships to drive operational efficiency and cost savings across a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the evolution of the Marketing PMO, enhancing planning, governance, and execution across functions. Lead strategic programs, optimize workflows, and establish metrics to ensure predictable outco...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Engage in high-impact consulting, leading digital transformation in terminal operations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize workflows, enhance automation, and drive strategic initiat...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's redefining social media marketing by owning paid strategies across Meta and TikTok. Drive creative campaigns, manage substantial budgets, and enhance audience engagement while shapi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining product marketing by leading go-to-market strategies and driving customer engagement. Collaborate across functions to translate product innovations into compelling value...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of agent management by leading product direction, creating roadmaps, and ensuring reliable execution for agent systems. Drive governance, instrumentation, and cross-team alignment to...

Utah, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Manage strategic global accounts by executing sales strategies, analyzing market conditions, and fostering relationships with stakeholders to drive revenue growth and ensure customer satisfaction in t...

San Jose, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $150K *

Champion integrated marketing campaigns that drive pipeline growth in the Business & Government sector. Collaborate across teams to execute strategies, optimize performance, and leverage AI for innova...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$134K - $192K *

Lead the design and optimization of global service systems and analytics, driving operational excellence and customer success. Collaborate across departments to implement scalable solutions that enhan...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$162K - $209K *

Shape strategic growth by leading sales efforts for large Data Center accounts. Drive revenue, strengthen customer relationships, and expand market presence while managing a high-performing sales team...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.