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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$82K - $106K *

Advance your career by leading B2B paid search strategies and driving client growth through data-driven insights, performance management, and effective cross-team collaboration in a dynamic marketing...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $195K *

Champion innovative automation solutions by analyzing and documenting business processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows and deliver high-quality RPA implementations tha...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform marketing strategies by leading global initiatives that drive commercial growth and enhance technical communication for innovative technology in the mining industry. Collaborate cross-functi...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Help us drive strategic growth initiatives and shape long-term business development strategies. Collaborate with senior leadership, mentor junior staff, and oversee complex proposals to foster organiz...

Fairfield, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage pricing strategies by conducting in-depth analyses and executing pricing studies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate implementation of pricing decisions and optimize pro...

Charlotte, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Contribute to product success by bridging Product, Marketing, and Sales. Drive field enablement through effective messaging, training, and content creation, ensuring sellers and partners can confident...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $216K *

Shape the future of corporate development by leading strategic initiatives, managing complex projects, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive business growth and operational alignment a...

Hoboken, NJRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Champion global labeling strategy for innovative therapies, leading complex initiatives from development to post-approval. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and high-quality...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $250K *

Champion product security initiatives by leading a skilled team, architecting compliance frameworks, and managing incident response to enhance trust across all products and stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$147K - $220K *

Optimize project delivery by leading clinical study initiatives, ensuring quality, budget, and timelines are met. Collaborate with teams and clients to drive success in complex global trials while man...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $220K *

Drive the success of clinical study projects by managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and clients to ensure project objectives are met while fostering a culture of...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Oversee daily operations and enhance processes to ensure exceptional service delivery. Join a team that's committed to operational excellence and strategic growth while managing inventory and leading...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$127K - $223K *

Lead the charge in optimizing user journeys for engagement and retention. Design multi-channel re-engagement strategies for high-value client interactions, focusing on maximizing long-term value throu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $195K *

Lead the charge in global regulatory submissions, managing U.S. INDs and ex-U.S. CTAs. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop strategies, ensure compliance, and drive timely approvals in a fast-pac...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$109K - $164K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $180K *

Drive the product metrics operating system, managing quarterly planning, release cycles, and customer feedback integration. Collaborate with product managers to ensure alignment between roadmap work a...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Transform the future of property management by overseeing a diverse portfolio, maximizing asset value, and fostering strong client relationships while driving operational excellence and financial perf...

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

$110K - $130K *

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Quanah, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing high-impact commercial data center projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, timelines, and budgets while fostering collaboration among stakeholders and driving opera...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $240K *

Unlock potential by driving go-to-market strategies for innovative AI products. Collaborate across teams to translate technical capabilities into compelling narratives, ensuring customer success and m...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead end-to-end recruitment for senior roles, partnering with executives to shape hiring strategies and enhance talent acquisition initiatives. Drive process improvements and deliver exceptional candi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the future of enterprise implementations in the medical device sector. Own end-to-end project delivery, ensuring rigorous management of scope, timelines, and client relationships while adapting p...

San Diego, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the development and optimization of digital eCommerce platforms, ensuring alignment with business goals while fostering innovation and collaboration across cross-functiona...

Richmond Hill, ONRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic SaaS company by driving revenue growth through strategic sales cycles. Leverage your expertise in complex enterprise solutions to build relationships and exceed target...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to quality operations initiatives by reviewing study documents, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance qual...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.