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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$95K - $193K *

Shape the future of digital marketing by leading strategy and execution for key brands. Collaborate across teams to optimize campaigns, manage agency relationships, and drive data-informed decisions t...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $140K *

Champion the modernization of Order-to-Cash processes, driving efficiency and accuracy in billing and collections. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize NetSuite ERP, enhancing financial...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $194K *

Drive growth as a Senior Product Marketing Manager, shaping messaging and campaigns for Observability products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and retention thr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate growth by managing key bank partnerships, driving revenue, and fostering strong relationships. Lead strategic initiatives and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance and deliv...

Charlotte, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $130K *

Shape product outcomes by leveraging your expertise in SaaS and fintech. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development, enhance customer value, and utilize AI tools for strategi...

Colorado Springs, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive procurement excellence by managing supplier relationships and optimizing processes. Take ownership of sourcing strategies, ensuring compliance and cost savings while mentoring team members in a...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$84K - $124K *

Join us to lead the acquisition and management of right of way agreements for fiber optic projects across North America, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and successful negotiation...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Manager, leading national infrastructure projects for financial services clients. Drive strategic objectives while managing multiple projects from initiation to...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex infrastructure projects for financial services clients. Oversee planning, execution, and completion of renovations and upgrades, ensuring alignment with strategic o...

Knoxville, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by leading national infrastructure renovations for financial services clients. Manage multiple projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic obje...

Charlotte, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $140K *

Empower strategic channel partnerships by managing relationships, driving revenue, and executing joint business plans. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance partner performance and ensure seamless...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate data product experiences by defining metrics that drive value for Mural. Collaborate across teams to shape insights, enhance reporting, and ensure data integrity, empowering organizations to m...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate revenue growth by driving strategic partnerships and sales initiatives. Own a quota, cultivate executive relationships, and implement market strategies to position the organization as a lea...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of enterprise sales by driving revenue through strategic partnerships. Collaborate with senior executives to develop market strategies and enhance our reputation as a leader in digita...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $150K *

Analyze and manage corporate portfolio growth through strategic projects and business development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive M&A initiatives and evaluate market opportunities, e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $170K *

Lead strategic contracts management, overseeing development and negotiation of federal contracts. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and risk management while driving organizational g...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future by aligning business objectives with technology investments. Drive Agile transformation, enhance customer satisfaction, and lead product teams to deliver innovative solutions that mee...

Somerville, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform global entity management by coordinating across Finance, HR, and Legal. Ensure compliance, maintain corporate records, and build scalable processes as we expand internationally. Drive operat...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leveraging advanced analytics and consultative skills to drive client success in the Consumer Healthcare vitamins sector. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver insights and fos...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $125K *

Elevate client relationships by leading new product expansions and delivering tailored solutions. Collaborate with Client Success Managers to ensure seamless execution and drive commercial excellence...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $216K *

Lead the evaluation and launch of strategic advertising partnerships, driving innovation and growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop scalable solutions, influence product strategy, and mento...

Hoboken, NJRemote

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower customer success by serving as the primary technical contact, enhancing solution stability and satisfaction through expert guidance and relationship building in a dynamic, fast-paced environme...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$202K - $253K *

Join a team that's driving partner sales excellence in North America. Lead strategic initiatives with Databricks to enhance co-selling efforts, boost pipeline growth, and collaborate across functions...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $176K *

Lead the operational strategy for partner ecosystems, managing processes and technology to enhance partner engagement and streamline workflows. Drive automation and data integrity while collaborating...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us lead complex New Product Introduction projects, driving cross-functional teams to achieve project goals in scope, schedule, and quality while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and...

Hillsboro, ORRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.