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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$63K - $169K *

Empower strategic growth as you lead category management initiatives, leveraging data insights to drive merchandising decisions and enhance customer experiences while fostering strong team collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading indirect procurement strategies and supplier management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize service categories, drive cost savings, and enhance supplier pe...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive category strategy and supplier management, ensuring optimal supply, capacity, and cost. Leverage your expertise to negotiate agreements and enhance supplier performance, contr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic sourcing and supplier performance for direct procurement categories. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive cost savings, enhance supplier relationships, and ensure value...

2 days ago

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

$115K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing category sourcing strategies, optimizing supplier relationships, and driving cost savings for North America Customer Fulfillment Procurement. Collaborate ac...

3 weeks ago

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

$111K - $152K *

Transform your career by leading strategic sourcing for capital projects, driving cost savings, and enhancing supplier performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute initiatives that...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Take ownership of contract administration and performance, ensuring compliance and effective communication throughout design and closeout phases. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align desi...

1 week ago

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

$117K - $156K *

Contribute to strategic sourcing initiatives that enhance supplier quality, reduce costs, and optimize procurement processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive category performance and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic insights and product innovation by leveraging market data, consumer trends, and competitive analysis. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify growth opportunities and optimize portf...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$76K - $107K *

Join a dynamic team to support strategic sourcing and procurement efforts, driving value through supplier selection and collaboration with cross-functional partners. Influence impactful business strat...

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

$142K - $193K *

Lead the charge in transforming energy procurement by managing a high-performing team across solar, wind, battery storage, and hydrogen. Drive strategic sourcing initiatives that align with sustainabi...

3 weeks ago

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

$96K - $122K *

Lead procurement strategies for corporate services, focusing on IT indirect purchasing. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost savings whi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of major nuclear infrastructure projects by leading commercial management, ensuring effective governance, and driving financial performance while collaborating with diverse teams...

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $160K *

Elevate logistics efficiency by leading strategic planning for last mile delivery. Drive innovative solutions to optimize package flow, enhance customer experience, and collaborate with cross-function...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading procurement strategies and optimizing supplier performance. Drive cost savings, enhance team productivity, and manage global supplier relationships while ensuring alignm...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$128K - $192K *

Champion strategic sourcing and supplier partnerships to drive business success. Lead category strategies and improve sourcing performance while collaborating across teams to enhance procurement capab...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$91K - $122K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Product Manager, driving the vision and execution of AI-powered platforms. Collaborate with engineers and users to transform workflows, mentor peers, and lead product s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$103K - $148K *

Join a team that's redefining supply chain economics by designing and owning models that quantify Tech-SC's value. Collaborate across finance and planning to drive strategic decisions that enhance upt...

1 week ago

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

$200K - $350K *

Lead the execution of complex AI technology programs, ensuring alignment across teams and partners. Drive program governance, manage dependencies, and deliver AI solutions on time with measurable outc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $350K *

Lead the execution of complex AI technology programs, managing cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery of AI-enabled solutions while driving program governance and opera...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $350K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by leading complex AI technology programs. You'll manage cross-functional teams, establish governance, and ensure timely delivery of AI solutions, playing a pivot...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $350K *

Advance AI initiatives by leading complex technical programs, ensuring seamless execution across teams and partners. Drive accountability, manage risks, and establish governance for successful deliver...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $350K *

Lead the execution of complex AI technology programs, ensuring alignment across teams and partners. Drive program governance, manage dependencies, and deliver AI solutions on time with measurable outc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $350K *

Transform AI program delivery by leading cross-functional teams, managing complex initiatives, and ensuring successful execution of AI solutions. Drive accountability and establish scalable practices...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $350K *

Innovate and lead complex AI technology programs, ensuring alignment across teams and successful delivery of AI solutions. Drive program execution, manage dependencies, and establish governance for me...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.