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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$98K - $183K *

Engage senior-level stakeholders and drive complex sales growth by developing data-driven solutions and strategic account plans, ensuring customer objectives are met and revenue is increased across Co...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering complex infrastructure projects. Manage all phases from planning to operational readiness, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while fostering team deve...

Philadelphia, PARemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Transform user experiences by leading the design process from concept to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance product quality while maintaining high standards of...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$60K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by managing cross-functional initiatives, analyzing data, and providing strategic insights to enhance merchandising performance and support business objectives across the...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$106K - $132K *

Drive local market execution and performance by collaborating with teams, leveraging data for growth, and managing distributor relationships to ensure alignment with strategic goals and operational ex...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing paid social strategies for eCommerce clients while managing multiple platforms. Drive performance growth with actionable insights, testing strategies, and ensure strong a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $200K *

Optimize global commercialization strategies for remote monitoring and analytics, driving adoption across healthcare systems. Lead cross-functional teams to craft tailored marketing approaches that en...

Lafayette, CORemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $176K *

Help us redefine clinical development narratives by leading cross-functional teams to create compelling, strategic stories that enhance customer engagement and drive successful bid defenses, ultimatel...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Engage customers through impactful marketing initiatives that drive retention and growth. Collaborate with Customer Success Managers to create compelling stories, manage events, and amplify the voice...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $238K *

Champion the secured lending risk governance framework by leading a team to enhance loan salability and asset quality. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and effective portfolio perfo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving product awareness and advocacy in the privacy space. Leverage your full-stack content strategy and marketing skills to create impactful messaging, support product launches...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $197K *

Lead the charge in defining product strategy and roadmap, translating business objectives into actionable plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation and operati...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $174K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of combat vehicle software. Lead architectural design and technical direction for mission-critical systems, integrating advanced technologies in a collaborative...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $175K *

Advance market share by driving strategic growth initiatives within the US Mid-Market and Enterprise carrier segments. Lead a high-performing team to execute regional plans, leveraging deep telecom ex...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$117K - $234K *

Optimize the seller payment experience by leading data analytics and insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify friction points, establish measurement frameworks, and drive data-driven decis...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$84K - $105K *

Drive project success by managing client relationships and leading implementation strategies. Collaborate with teams to assess needs, develop plans, and ensure timely delivery while navigating challen...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $105K *

Deliver exceptional client engagement by managing project success, assessing needs, and developing strategic plans. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant implementations wh...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of advanced troubleshooting and field support for enterprise IT operations. Lead technicians, coordinate installations, and ensure seamless connectivity across remote locations while ma...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $155K *

Shape the future of HR technology by leading strategy, governance, and optimization of HRIS. Drive operational excellence, enhance user experience, and ensure compliance while managing a high-performi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming customer relationships through strategic account management, driving growth and engagement across diverse industries while acting as a trusted advisor to e...

Waltham, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $119K *

Deliver impactful category strategies and sourcing initiatives for technology spend, driving savings and supplier performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize value and mana...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$161K - $242K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives and digital transformation. Collaborate with senior leaders to tackle complex challenges, influence decision-making, and ensure successful execution of...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $155K *

Develop and lead comprehensive benefits and compensation programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and enhancing employee experience through strategic management and continuous improvement init...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $220K *

Transform operational efficiency by leading automation system design and integration. Leverage data analysis and project management to foster collaboration and drive innovation across supply chain ope...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$145K - $182K *

Drive demand planning excellence by leading the Americas team, collaborating across functions to enhance forecasting accuracy and integrated business planning. Transform scenario planning capabilities...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.