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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$90K - $180K *

Shape the future of smart entertainment technology by leading the design and integration of scalable software solutions for HDMI-CEC and device interoperability, driving innovation and enhancing custo...

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3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing partner success through strategic program management, relationship building, and operational excellence. Drive customer satisfaction and team development while ensuring ef...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Champion partner success by leading a dedicated team to enhance customer relationships, drive program delivery, and ensure operational excellence across educational assessments, fostering a culture of...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful medical communications. As a Senior Account Manager, you'll lead strategic projects for pharmaceutical clients, ensuring quality and timely executi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving category growth by leveraging strategic partnerships, analyzing market trends, and enhancing customer experiences to elevate brand presence and sales performance across a dy...

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

$80K - $155K *

Accelerate strategic account growth by leading initiatives that enhance seller engagement and drive revenue. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, analyze data, and deliver me...

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6 days ago

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

$115K - $207K *

Elevate business growth by driving new client acquisitions and expanding existing accounts, while monitoring customer satisfaction and providing operational guidance across multiple plants to ensure s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$172K - $202K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Director Analyst, leveraging your expertise to guide senior IT executives in navigating digital workplace strategies. Deliver actionable insights that align technology...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$106K - $185K *

Partner with us to drive strategic talent management initiatives, enhance employee engagement, and foster a culture of collaboration within the Go-To-Market and Sales functions, ensuring alignment wit...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$236K - $354K *

Elevate clinical operations by leading global study management, driving strategic vision, and ensuring high-quality trial execution. Collaborate across teams to optimize resources and foster a culture...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Help us shape the future of pulmonary care by leveraging your clinical expertise to drive product development, enhance workflows, and ensure effective solutions for COPD, asthma, and other pulmonary c...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $260K *

Engage with us to lead membership strategy, driving growth and retention while enhancing member experiences. Collaborate across teams to deliver measurable outcomes and develop future leaders in a dyn...

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1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate brand visibility and engagement by managing PR agency partnerships, developing internal communications strategies, and ensuring consistent messaging across channels to strengthen organizationa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $177K *

Optimize the CEO's effectiveness by managing schedules, travel, and communications. Collaborate with the Chief of Staff to ensure seamless operations and support executive priorities, enhancing organi...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$202K - $304K *

Shape operational strategies for complex clinical studies globally, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance proposal development, budget creation, and client engagement, while mentoring c...

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3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $130K *

Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle for specialty doors, driving market strategies and cross-functional initiatives to enhance product positioning, pricing, and profitability while colla...

Greensburg, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $182K *

Transform your career by leading upstream marketing strategies for innovative medical devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development, ensuring market needs are met while...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $189K *

Unlock the potential of end-to-end logistics! Lead SAP Yard Logistics and EWM initiatives, optimizing operations and facilitating seamless integration. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive solution...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $187K *

Champion the design and execution of comprehensive benefits programs, ensuring competitive, compliant offerings for a diverse workforce. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize employee ex...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Drive the vision and strategy for API and integration products, ensuring seamless connectivity across systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance cust...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Engage with key customers to drive growth and enhance market position. Build strategic relationships, identify opportunities, and deliver exceptional service while managing sales activities and collab...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Deliver innovative software solutions by leading product strategy and roadmap development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and operational efficiency for critical he...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $220K *

Shape the future of customer solutions by leading implementations and driving adoption of innovative technologies. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored architectural designs that meet strategic...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform healthcare data solutions by designing scalable architectures, optimizing data pipelines, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-qu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$153K - $166K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Engineer, driving governance and compliance in identity management. Collaborate across teams to enhance security and user experience while managing access for human and...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.