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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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in R&D by leading projects from concept to market. Utilize your scientific expertise and project management skills to ensure timely delivery, quality, and strateg...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering cost management excellence for major construction projects. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to drive successful outcomes while managing all phases of the projec...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful project outcomes by leading cost management for major construction programs. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver proactive, value-driven services throughout the proje...

Today

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering cost management for major advanced manufacturing projects, ensuring effective estimating, planning, and change management throughout the project lifecycle while collabora...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join us in leading integrated supply chain activities, translating business objectives into actionable plans. Drive procurement, manage supplier relationships, and ensure operational readiness to supp...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Drive procurement excellence by managing supplier relationships and purchasing activities across diverse categories. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, competitive pric...

Arizona, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$106K - $203K *

Shape the future of IT productivity by leading marketing strategies for Intune app and device lifecycle management. Collaborate across teams to translate complex capabilities into clear customer value...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $280K *

Strategize impactful marketing initiatives to enhance messaging, drive product launches, and empower sales teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling content and analyze campa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $185K *

Engage the customer lifecycle by developing scalable marketing programs that enhance onboarding, retention, and expansion. Collaborate cross-functionally to transform insights into impactful strategie...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving customer success through strategic relationships and exceptional service. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product adoption and ensure client satisfaction, ultimat...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer satisfaction by driving product adoption and delivering exceptional service. You'll build strong relationships with clients, ensuring they achieve th...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $184K *

Lead the logistics strategy to optimize supply chain efficiency, ensuring timely delivery of goods. This role combines operational leadership with technical expertise, empowering you to solve complex...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead high-impact cost management services for diverse construction projects, fostering client relationships and ensuring project success through expert guidance and collaboration. Drive excellence in...

6 days ago

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

$114K - $173K *

Lead the construction phase of energy projects, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction while managing financials and coordinating internal and external teams for successful project delivery...

1 week ago

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

$114K - $173K *

Lead the construction phase of projects, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction while managing financials and coordinating internal and external teams for successful project delivery...

1 week ago

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

$114K - $173K *

Elevate your career by managing construction projects from RFP to completion. Oversee compliance, coordinate teams, and ensure client satisfaction while maintaining project financials and safety stand...

1 week ago

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

$114K - $173K *

Join a team that's redefining construction management by overseeing project phases, ensuring compliance, and maintaining client satisfaction while collaborating with internal and external teams to dri...

3 weeks ago

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

$114K - $173K *

Empower project success by overseeing construction phases, ensuring compliance, and managing financials while collaborating with internal and external teams to meet client satisfaction and safety stan...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Manage end-to-end inventory planning, ensuring optimal product availability and margin targets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast sales and streamline logistics, driving efficiency a...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining consumer products by leading innovative engineering projects from concept to production. Collaborate with global partners to solve complex challenges and deliver exceptio...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $158K *

Oversee comprehensive construction management, ensuring compliance and efficiency across all disciplines while leading a dynamic team through the entire project lifecycle from proposal to execution...

3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining internal business systems by leveraging AI and Microsoft Dynamics 365. Lead cross-functional initiatives, drive product strategy, and deliver scalable solutions that enha...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive HR excellence by partnering with business leaders to enhance employee engagement, performance management, and organizational development while ensuring compliance with labor laws and best practi...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Champion project delivery by overseeing all phases of large-scale commercial construction, ensuring effective collaboration with stakeholders and adherence to safety and quality standards throughout t...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage all aspects of large-scale commercial construction projects, ensuring effective delivery from inception to commissioning. Collaborate with stakeholders to mitigate risks, enhance value, and mai...

3 weeks ago

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

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.