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 - $150K *

Empower project success by leading cost management for major construction initiatives. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver high-quality services, ensuring objectives are met through effectiv...

6 days ago

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

$140K - $165K *

Lead cost management efforts for complex life sciences projects, ensuring client objectives are met through effective communication and collaboration. Oversee estimating, budgeting, and reporting whil...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project success by managing costs for complex Life Sciences construction initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring client objectives are met through effective cost manage...

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6 days ago

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

$110K - $135K *

Lead innovative solutions for OnStar's V2BO infotainment services, driving product management and analytical strategies to enhance customer experiences and integrate complex decision services across m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading BIM strategy and implementation for global clients. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions, manage project workflows, and ensure adherence to indust...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of procurement strategies driving cost-effective sourcing and delivery of materials and supplies. Interface with vendors, leverage data-driven analysis, and lead negotiations to support...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by transforming workflows and enhancing team capabilities through AI. Collaborate across departments to implement innovative solutions that streamline operations and drive sustained a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead comprehensive cost management for complex construction projects, ensuring robust financial accountability and commercial governance throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with stakeholders...

1 week ago

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

$168K - $258K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Supply Chain Business Transformation Manager, driving strategic initiatives that enhance operations. Collaborate across functions to redesign processes for efficiency a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Champion the future of procurement and contract management in a dynamic, regulated environment. Lead high-value negotiations and drive commercial strategies to ensure project success and compliance ac...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful client delivery by leading strategic communications and marketing initiatives for federal customers. Manage projects, build relationships, and ensure quality outcomes while mentoring j...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of quantum computing by defining product vision and driving development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quantum capabilities into software solutions, enhancing u...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Explore innovative quantum computing solutions as a Senior Product Manager, driving product vision and collaboration across teams to enhance user experiences and address complex challenges in analytic...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Support a dynamic team by owning the technology strategy and lifecycle for a leading CRM platform. Drive product management, architecture, and operational excellence to enhance customer engagement and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Engineer the future of CRM technology by leading the strategy, architecture, and lifecycle management of a cutting-edge platform that enhances customer engagement and operational excellence across com...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing complex cost services for large-scale industrial projects. Drive commercial oversight, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure accurate cost planning while minimizing dis...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading cost management on complex construction projects. Engage with clients, drive financial strategies, and ensure project success through expert cost planning and reportin...

Yesterday

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

$120K - $150K *

Champion product innovation in supply chain solutions, driving backlog ownership, KPI tracking, and customer engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features and ensur...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in supply chain management, driving product ownership and strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance B2B SaaS offerings, ensuring alignment with customer...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $178K *

Elevate customer engagement by developing tailored marketing strategies for strategic accounts. Collaborate with sales teams to create compelling narratives and drive growth through account-based mark...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $180K *

Lead the global financial consolidations process, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP while managing a team. Analyze financial data, prepare reports, and support budgeting activities to drive strategic...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of education technology by leading product strategy and development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences and drive growth, while mentoring junior p...

5 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform product strategy and outcomes by leading a cross-functional team to deliver innovative solutions that enhance user experience and drive business growth across multiple sectors, ensuring alig...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $110K *

Manage culinary operations, ensuring quality standards, financial reporting, and team development. Oversee menu creation, inventory, and sanitation while leading a motivated team in a fast-paced envir...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$160K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading strategic finance initiatives that drive cost optimization, supplier partnerships, and material forecasting in a dynamic supply chain environment. Make an impact on so...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.