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

$81K - $138K *

Explore a dynamic role where you'll lead commercial banking solutions, translating client needs into actionable designs while ensuring compliance and best practices. Collaborate with stakeholders to d...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Reimagine payroll processes by building and managing US and international payroll systems. Own compliance, tax filings, and month-end close while collaborating with teams to ensure accuracy and effici...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $166K *

Join a dynamic team to manage supplier agreements, ensuring compliance and efficiency in contract administration. Drive governance processes, facilitate stakeholder collaboration, and enhance contract...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $125K *

Serve as the primary liaison for key clients, ensuring satisfaction and engagement through tailored solutions and proactive strategies. Drive retention and maximize value by leveraging a comprehensive...

Iselin, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $185K *

Innovate with a dynamic product marketing team to shape compelling narratives and go-to-market strategies that drive revenue and redefine enablement in the AI era. Collaborate across functions to conn...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $115K *

Optimize client performance by managing Meta campaigns, crafting compelling copy, and developing strategic testing. Drive client relationships and retention while diagnosing funnel performance to enha...

Arlington, TXRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform brand intelligence by designing research frameworks, analyzing data, and delivering insights to shape marketing strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance decision-making and navigate a...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving renewals and expansion within top-tier enterprise accounts. This senior role demands strategic navigation of complex organizations, fostering executive relationships, and l...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $122K *

Empower customer experience by leading strategic initiatives and enhancing service delivery. Manage key accounts, drive process improvements, and mentor team members to ensure exceptional customer sat...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$101K - $154K *

Shape product strategy and commercialization efforts, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer needs. Drive product development, marketing initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Elevate the AI sales platform by transforming seller challenges into innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product capabilities, drive user adoption, and shape the r...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$138K - $173K *

Join a team that's transforming manufacturing through digital solutions. Lead cross-functional initiatives, drive process improvements, and ensure seamless integration of technology to enhance operati...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate your career by leading market growth strategies, driving revenue, and building high-performing sales teams. Leverage market insights and analytics to identify opportunities and execute acti...

Cleveland, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $115K *

Transform the leasing landscape by driving product adoption and broker engagement. As a key partner, you'll enhance AI tools, ensure data accuracy, and build relationships that empower brokers to deli...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

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

$126K - $162K *

Drive project success by leading design and construction phases, managing teams, and ensuring client satisfaction in commercial and mission-critical environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to deli...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Champion product marketing strategies in the cybersecurity sector, collaborating across teams to enhance product positioning, messaging, and customer engagement. Drive market presence through compelli...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the global marketing strategy for a technology partner ecosystem, enhancing customer experiences through seamless integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful go-to...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Engage with top-tier partners to define and execute innovative co-marketing strategies that amplify AI-driven growth. Oversee the entire partner marketing roadmap, ensuring measurable impact on pipeli...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $286K *

Shape the future of logistics by leading product strategy and execution. Drive innovation in delivery optimization, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience and operati...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$130K *

Transform procurement processes through strategic sourcing, negotiation, and vendor management across Marketing, HR, Consulting, and Finance categories. Collaborate with global teams to achieve signif...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Lead the strategy for the Commitments product, enhancing customer compliance tracking through AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive adoption and deliver impactful solutions that address...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $191K *

Lead product strategy and execution by driving cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Own the product lifecycle, prioritize impactful features, and leverage customer insights to ali...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $326K *

Grow your career with a strategic role driving Data & AI Security channel sales. Collaborate with partners to develop scalable practices, enhance revenue, and shape go-to-market strategies while engag...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading technology-driven manufacturing projects. Drive complex initiatives from concept to delivery, ensuring quality and profitability while collaborating with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $179K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives, optimizing governance and operational readiness for programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance portfolio execution, reporting, and PMO capabilities, driving...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.