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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$191K - $233K *

Drive quality excellence in our Supply Chain by collaborating across teams to ensure high standards for product development and manufacturing. Champion user experience through effective quality system...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of marketing strategy and execution across multiple markets. Drive lead generation and brand consistency while leveraging data to optimize campaigns. Collaborate with teams to enhance...

Chicago, ILRemote

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

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading comprehensive marketing strategies across multiple locations. Drive brand consistency and performance through creative campaigns and data analysis, while managing a team an...

2 days ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Transform global supply chain operations by optimizing sourcing, procurement, and logistics across key international markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and drive pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading high-stakes subcontract negotiations and administration. Collaborate across teams to enhance contract standards and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic construction e...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $165K *

Drive product innovation and development by leading cross-functional teams, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products from concept to market...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $165K *

Lead the product development strategy, managing vendor relationships and driving innovation from concept to commercialization while ensuring quality and timely delivery across multiple product categor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive the charge in managing multi-million dollar digital initiatives, bridging stakeholders and technical teams to translate business vision into actionable product roadmaps. Leverage enterprise proj...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join our team as you lead the development and execution of a comprehensive transportation procurement strategy, ensuring excellence in service and cost optimization across a $100M+ budget...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$129K - $175K *

Optimize cross-functional programs to enhance customer support operations. Lead strategic initiatives, manage dependencies, and drive improvements in resolution quality and operational maturity while...

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead end-to-end supply planning in a dynamic CPG environment, ensuring product availability, optimizing inventory, and driving solutions. Collaborate with vendors and analyze data to enhance operation...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $140K *

Elevate your career by driving procurement strategies for advanced manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to optimize sourcing processes, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance while deli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $140K *

Unlock potential by driving procurement strategies for advanced manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to manage supplier relationships, oversee bidding processes, and ensure compliance with purchasing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $140K *

Support procurement strategies for Government and Public Services, driving effective sourcing and supplier management. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and optimize procurement processes fo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $140K *

Lead the charge in procurement strategy for Government and Public Services. Drive business results by advising teams on advanced manufacturing procurement, managing supplier relationships, and oversee...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $140K *

Lead the charge in procurement strategy for Government and Public Services, driving results through expert guidance on sourcing advanced manufacturing commodities, managing supplier relationships, and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $140K *

Lead the charge in procurement strategy for Government and Public Services. Drive business results by advising teams on advanced manufacturing procurement, managing supplier relationships, and oversee...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $140K *

Unlock potential by driving procurement strategies for advanced manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to enhance supplier relationships and ensure compliance while managing complex bidding processes a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving procurement excellence in Government and Public Services. Leverage your expertise to manage complex bidding processes, supplier relationships, and strategic sourcing for adv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $140K *

Drive procurement strategies for advanced manufacturing in Government & Public Services. Oversee bidding processes, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance while collaborating with teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $140K *

Optimize procurement strategies for Government and Public Services. Collaborate with teams to manage complex bidding processes and supplier relationships, ensuring compliance and quality in sourcing h...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $140K *

Lead the charge in procurement strategy for Government and Public Services. Oversee complex bidding processes, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance while driving results in advanced ma...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $140K *

Transform your career by driving procurement strategies for Government and Public Services. Collaborate with teams to manage complex bidding processes and supplier relationships, ensuring quality and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $140K *

Manage procurement strategies for advanced manufacturing in Government & Public Services. Oversee bidding processes, supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with purchasing policies while drivin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $140K *

Drive procurement excellence in Government and Public Services. Leverage your expertise to enhance business strategies, manage supplier relationships, and oversee complex bidding processes for advance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.