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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading recruitment efforts to attract top engineering talent. Collaborate with hiring managers to develop strategies, assess candidates, and enhance the candidate experience for o...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform the furniture retail landscape by driving channel expansion and managing partnerships with dealers across the U.S. Bring your expertise in sales and negotiation to unlock market growth oppor...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$228K - $285K *

Pioneer advancements in AI inference platforms, driving strategy and execution across cross-functional teams to enhance scalability and reliability for enterprise customers. Lead product initiatives f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $199K *

Empower innovation in ad formats by leading cross-functional teams to create engaging user experiences. Drive growth for new advertisers while managing strategic partnerships and executing impactful p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$165K - $174K *

Drive innovation in ad formats by managing cross-functional teams and partnerships. Shape user experiences that engage new advertisers and enhance revenue streams, while executing strategic initiative...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$128K - $178K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of destination marketing through data-driven insights and innovative product strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences a...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $221K *

Strategize growth by shaping corporate strategy for a leading tech business. Collaborate with executives to assess market opportunities, drive actionable strategies, and support M&A initiatives, ensur...

New Hampshire, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead a high-performing team to drive new business growth and customer acquisition. Shape strategic sales initiatives, build strong relationships, and optimize pipelines to achieve revenue goals across...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Drive new business growth by leading a high-performing team focused on customer acquisition and market expansion. Develop strategies, build relationships, and optimize sales processes to achieve measu...

Florida, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$158K - $199K *

Lead the charge in driving the Carrot Ads platform, impacting strategic growth through collaboration across engineering, product, and external partnerships. Shape product direction while enhancing par...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$119K - $179K *

Engage in driving customer success through project management and technical support. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction while leveraging your expertise in sof...

Bellevue, WARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $120K *

Lead and manage a team of Royalty Managers to ensure accurate royalty statement preparation and analysis. Collaborate across departments to enhance transparency and efficiency in royalty operations wh...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform acquisition support for DHS by leveraging expertise in cost analysis, ensuring fair pricing, and enhancing proposal evaluations. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality financi...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $180K *

Champion strategic financial insights by leading forecasting and modeling efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive data-driven decision-making for i...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Yesterday

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

$125K - $169K *

Transform customer outcomes by leading a high-performing team dedicated to leveraging Samsara's solutions. Drive strategic growth while ensuring enterprise clients realize sustained value from their i...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $141K *

Unlock customer insights to drive strategic decisions across marketing, product, and sales. Lead complex projects, analyze data, and deliver actionable recommendations that enhance customer experience...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$126K - $171K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative project management solutions for large law firms. Drive implementations, manage resources, and ensure client satisfaction while navigating complex challenges a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$83K - $131K *

Take ownership of diverse projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate with teams to define scopes, manage resources, and deliver results on time and wit...

Fryeburg, MERemote

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading integrated marketing programs that drive brand awareness and revenue growth. Collaborate with Sales and executive leadership to translate business goals into impactful m...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by owning product strategy and development in a dynamic SaaS environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative AI-powered solutions that meet customer need...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Drive product strategy by leveraging CMC expertise to translate customer needs into actionable requirements, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver user-focused solutions in an agile env...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $250K *

Lead identity and permissions management as you shape a user-centric platform, balancing complexity with simplicity to empower teams and drive product vision in a dynamic fintech environment...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $216K *

Shape brand strategy and development for a diverse portfolio, driving growth through data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration. Lead initiatives that enhance customer engagement and alig...

Hoboken, NJRemote

Today

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

$125K - $201K *

Take ownership of regulatory strategy development for robotic systems, ensuring compliance and timely submissions. Collaborate with engineering and clinical teams to drive project success in securing...

Santa Clara, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer experiences by driving satisfaction and growth through strategic partnerships. Leverage your L&D expertise to enhance client engagement and ensure program success while collaboratin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.