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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$120K - $145K *

Oversee and manage AI data operations programs, ensuring high-quality data for model training. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve challenges and implement scalable solutions that align...

Menlo Park, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in advanced program performance management, overseeing cost and schedule development for high-value engineering programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal execution and analysi...

Pittsfield, MARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $142K *

Champion enterprise growth by identifying and advancing strategic opportunities across healthcare networks. Build relationships with key stakeholders to develop impactful business cases and partnershi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $110K *

Optimize field operations and auction partnerships nationwide, leading a high-impact team to drive performance and scalability for a $500M+ asset portfolio. Balance financial accountability with peopl...

Carmel, INRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Deliver compelling content that engages security practitioners through blogs, whitepapers, and videos. Collaborate with experts to create impactful narratives and optimize for search, ensuring visibil...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $220K *

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Denver, CORemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $160K *

Drive new business growth by leveraging consultative sales strategies to build relationships with utility and public sector clients, translating their needs into effective solutions while collaboratin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$102K - $143K *

Elevate your career by acquiring and nurturing merchant partnerships to drive category growth. Collaborate across teams to address business challenges with innovative solutions and stay updated on pro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead transformational sales in digital operations, driving complex solutions across cybersecurity and manufacturing. Collaborate with stakeholders to unlock value and accelerate customer ou...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $225K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

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4 weeks ago

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

$96K - $148K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $192K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $112K *

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

$84K - $112K *

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2 weeks ago

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

$180K - $215K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$177K - $301K *

Develop and lead strategic client growth initiatives, fostering executive relationships and aligning teams to drive long-term value, retention, and measurable outcomes across a portfolio of enterprise...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

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1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive strategic financial planning and performance analysis, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance decision-making and financial health. Your insights will shape budgeting, forecasting, and repo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $180K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.