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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$125K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing complex contracts for a major program, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals, negotiate terms, and maintain strong relati...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading treasury operations, managing liquidity, and optimizing investment strategies. Drive risk management and compliance while fostering banking relationships in a dynamic finte...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $125K *

Drive success by managing the full subcontract lifecycle, ensuring compliance and collaboration with project teams to support federal, state, and local contracts in a dynamic environment...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Contribute to the vision and strategy of AI-powered products, managing their lifecycle and delivery. Leverage AI tools for decision-making and mentor fellow Product Managers to enhance team capabiliti...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion the vision and strategy for AI-powered products, driving their roadmap and delivery while mentoring peers. Leverage AI tools to enhance decision-making and product lifecycle management, ensur...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Empower strategic sourcing and category management to enhance supplier performance, mitigate risks, and drive value across the aerospace and defense supply chain while collaborating with diverse stake...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining mobile solutions for professionals. You'll lead product strategy, prototype with AI, and drive impactful changes across our mobile apps, ensuring seamless experiences for...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform supplier performance through strategic oversight and collaboration. Lead cross-study projects, develop global relationships, and implement standards for effective management in a dynamic cli...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative product solutions in real estate. Collaborate with stakeholders and tech experts to enhance customer experiences and identify growth opportunities while managin...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Transform the user experience and operational workflows in a complex two-sided marketplace. Lead product initiatives that enhance clinician and district interactions, streamline processes, and drive i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by owning the demand generation engine, driving campaigns, and leveraging AI to enhance productivity. Collaborate across teams to build effective strategies that convert leads and mea...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you drive sourcing and procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships and product development timelines to ensure successful launches and cost-effective solutions in...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$150K - $195K *

Join a team that's driving pricing strategy and revenue insights across the vaccine portfolio. This role involves analytical frameworks to support decision-making, evaluate pricing, and enhance market...

Durham, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $199K *

Lead the charge in optimizing supply chain strategies and managing diverse teams to achieve cost objectives. Drive procurement methodologies and foster supplier partnerships while ensuring alignment w...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving complex real estate transactions, managing high-profile portfolios, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions for corporate clients...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Optimize strategic relationships with pharmaceutical manufacturers, lead contract negotiations, and drive sourcing strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance value creation and ensure align...

Conshohocken, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and strategic enablement across global Inside Sales teams, enhancing commercial effectiveness and delivering exceptional client value through innovati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform real estate transactions by managing complex portfolios, leading negotiations, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions for corporate clients...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$181K - $213K *

Transform product-led growth by crafting data-driven strategies, enhancing customer experiences with AI, and driving account expansion through collaboration and experimentation across teams...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead business growth across NJ, PA, DE, MD & DC by developing new accounts, expanding existing relationships, and engaging key partners. Drive strategic initiatives and achieve sales goals in a dynami...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $135K *

Drive impactful regional field marketing initiatives that enhance pipeline growth in manufacturing. Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to execute events and campaigns, leveraging AI for effici...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $155K *

Lead the strategic management of a diverse property portfolio, enhancing site performance and revenue through effective negotiations and cross-functional collaboration. Drive initiatives that maximize...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $172K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading complex data ingestion initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive program delivery, manage risks, and ensure operational excellence while t...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Elevate sustainability initiatives by leading client engagements in impact inventory, strategy development, and target tracking. Utilize analytical tools to transform sustainability challenges into ac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Drive impactful marketing strategies in the Healthcare sector, enhancing positioning and messaging. Collaborate cross-functionally to accelerate growth and establish thought leadership, ensuring relev...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.