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 *

Elevate product marketing strategies by developing compelling messaging and go-to-market plans. Collaborate across teams to drive awareness and engagement, ensuring successful launches and sales enabl...

Michigan, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $204K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic supply chain projects, enhancing processes, and improving customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and...

Colorado, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$167K - $250K *

Elevate service operations by developing strategies that enhance performance, drive accountability, and ensure customer satisfaction through effective leadership and operational excellence in a comple...

Oregon, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower cross-functional teams to consolidate payment gateways, leveraging deep USA Payments expertise. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze requirements, drive migrations, and ensure seamless int...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at a leading tech firm by driving go-to-market planning and operational execution. Lead strategic initiatives, manage forecasting, and enhance cross-functional alignment to support...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $143K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing sales operations, driving strategy, and enhancing processes to support a high-performing sales team while leveraging technology and data for continuous im...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $175K *

Drive capital improvement projects across a national student housing portfolio, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and minimal disruption. Lead project teams, manage scopes, and deliver high-impact r...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $185K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, manage roadmaps, and enhance customer experiences. Lead product initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals while mentoring j...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $99K *

Transform hotel spend management by leading strategic consulting engagements, optimizing global programs, and delivering data-driven insights to enhance client performance and savings opportunities wh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $160K *

Optimize strategic opportunities by leading cross-functional initiatives and applying AI-driven solutions to enhance business performance, while collaborating with senior leaders to drive impactful ch...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $164K *

Champion client success by leading post-sale implementations and ensuring ongoing account performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate client needs into actionable insights, drivi...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $208K *

Accelerate progress at a leading procurement organization by driving transformation, managing category strategies, and optimizing supplier performance. Collaborate across teams to deliver measurable v...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K *

Elevate your career by owning the end-to-end product marketing strategy for the EMS market. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive growth, enhance messaging, and empower sales, while leveraging your...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to drive financial strategy and insights, ensuring sound decision-making across high-priority projects. Collaborate with leadership to optimize performance and support innovative p...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine solutions engineering by leading a team focused on enhancing operational efficiency across OmniChannel Retail and Ecommerce. Drive effective implementation strategies and continuous improvem...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative partnerships to acquire new clients through strategic campaigns and referrals. Manage end-to-end negotiations and activate cross-functional collaborations to enhance customer acquisit...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth by sourcing and closing new business while nurturing existing accounts. You'll be the trusted operator ensuring client satisfaction and pipeline predictability, colla...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$185K - $195K *

Reimagine SOX compliance by leading business process assessments, integrating controls, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance financial transparency and accountability in reporting...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $178K *

Transform data governance by leading initiatives that bridge legal compliance, data security, and technology operations. Drive innovative self-service workflows while ensuring compliance across divers...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Champion global sourcing strategies for software and data subscriptions, driving value and alignment with business objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize procurement processes and enhan...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Drive retail excellence across collegiate athletics locations, enhancing fan experiences and revenue growth. Lead teams, manage partnerships, and execute strategic initiatives to elevate brand engagem...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Bring your expertise to drive revenue growth in healthcare through consultative sales and strategic partnerships. Own the full sales cycle, collaborate cross-functionally, and mentor future hires in a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of renewable energy by managing contracts for innovative projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance while driving efficiency and mitigat...

Redwood City, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the SEO and AEO strategy to enhance patient acquisition through innovative AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize digital presence and ensure Headway is the go-t...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $220K *

Shape the future of product strategy by leading cross-functional teams, defining visionary roadmaps, and driving data-driven decisions to enhance customer experiences and optimize product lifecycles a...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.