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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$139K - $179K *

Develop and execute impactful marketing campaigns that enhance brand awareness and drive pipeline growth in the AMERs region. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize strategies and ensure...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $135K *

Champion exceptional participant experiences by leading a dynamic team in equity compensation services. Drive operational excellence, ensure compliance, and enhance service delivery while fostering te...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$205K - $231K *

Champion the Athena member experience by leading cross-functional teams to enhance vulnerability management and remediation processes, ensuring a seamless workflow for enterprise customers in a fast-p...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $125K *

Elevate product strategy and delivery by leading a multidisciplinary team to ensure alignment with stakeholder needs and mission-critical outcomes in a fully remote environment...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $205K *

Drive the future of food access and benefits by leading product strategy and execution. Own the roadmap for innovative services that enhance member experiences and streamline operations across diverse...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $207K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $164K *

Transform employee experiences by leading strategic sourcing initiatives in food and beverage. Drive supplier partnerships and enhance workplace culture through innovative procurement strategies that...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $171K *

Transform client success by delivering tailored support and strategic insights, ensuring seamless onboarding and ongoing engagement with our innovative platform. Leverage your expertise in energy engi...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $190K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focused on digital advertising strategy, optimizing B2B client acquisition through Google PPC. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance marketing, leveragi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering complex automation projects, overseeing all phases from planning to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet safety, budget...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Transform customer experiences by leading complex implementations, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring successful technical deployments that drive meaningful business outcomes across multiple projects...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape innovative consumer experiences as a Product Manager, driving strategy, roadmap, and customer insights. Collaborate with marketing and engineering to expand distribution and elevate web and mobi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $250K *

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

$135K - $160K *

Lead the evolution of our GTM Systems Architecture, enhancing Salesforce and its tech stack for AI-native workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build a trusted data foundation and driv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $115K *

Champion impactful research initiatives by leading projects from design to delivery, enhancing client relationships and delivering actionable insights for top B2B brands. Collaborate with teams to dri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $90K *

Transform client relationships by leading digital marketing strategies, driving growth through multichannel initiatives, and ensuring performance outcomes. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver i...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth in professional services sales. You'll engage clients, develop tailored solutions, and collaborate across teams to ensure customer success and satisfaction while achi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $240K *

Lead global procurement initiatives, optimizing sourcing strategies and cost structures to ensure high-quality products at competitive prices, while enhancing supply chain efficiencies and aligning wi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$203K - $304K *

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

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  •   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.