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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$147K - $202K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative AI applications, understand user needs, and manage product backlogs in a dynamic environment. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to drive te...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing a large-scale FHWA communications program, ensuring effective contract leadership, quality management, and stakeholder engagement across a multidisciplinary team to deliver...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at our pharmaceutical manufacturing site by driving measurable improvements through the Practical Process Improvement (PPI) Business System. Engage in hands-on problem solving, pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate growth by leading product marketing strategies that bridge development and customer needs. Drive market success through compelling narratives, deep market insights, and impactful go-to-mark...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming transportation management through strategic process innovation. Leverage technology and AI to enhance operational efficiency, drive standardization, and improve custome...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming transportation management processes by leveraging technology and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and drive sustainable bus...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$153K - $207K *

Shape the future of cloud migration by leading VMware to AWS transitions, ensuring seamless execution and customer success through expert guidance and innovative strategies across complex enterprise e...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$153K - $207K *

Lead the charge in delivering transformative customer programs by orchestrating large teams, managing risks, and driving accountability to achieve exceptional business outcomes in cloud computing and...

2 weeks ago

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

$83K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of program management, leading cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives and enhance operational excellence through effective communication and data-dr...

3 weeks ago

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

$83K - $113K *

Transform financial analysis by owning driver-based models and forecasts. Collaborate across departments to enhance reporting, automate processes, and deliver insights that drive strategic decisions...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $113K *

Drive impactful financial analysis by owning and enhancing forecasting models, ensuring data integrity, and delivering actionable insights across the P&L. Collaborate closely with finance leadership t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $180K *

Champion Walmart's upstream resin strategy by leading supplier relationships and market insights to enhance material cost, sustainability, and innovation across Private Brands and packaging, driving i...

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

$90K - $180K *

Drive Walmart's upstream resin strategy by building supplier relationships and enhancing sustainability. Lead category strategies, negotiate agreements, and analyze market dynamics to ensure supply co...

Bentonville, ARRemote

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

$131K - $163K *

Accelerate progress at driving revenue growth through strategic management of pricing, promotions, and analytics. Own the RGM agenda for your category, collaborating cross-functionally to optimize per...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $200K *

Grow your career with a leading bank by managing commercial relationships, originating loans, and expanding your local network in Tampa or Orlando's thriving markets. Drive success through strong clie...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's crucial in shaping tax strategy across the Americas. Drive tax compliance, reporting, and planning while collaborating cross-functionally to optimize outcomes and lead a dedicated t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $188K *

Lead complex robotics and automation programs from concept to deployment, ensuring successful integration of advanced tooling into production environments while managing multidisciplinary teams and st...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $220K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise-level Oracle PPM and AI delivery. Lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and oversee technical architecture while ensuring successful project...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead high-value construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Oversee teams, optimize processes, and serve as the primary client liaison, shaping the future of sports facility...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $165K *

Lead IT strategy and operations, focusing on cybersecurity, enterprise applications, and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance technology infrastructure and drive business process imp...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $160K *

Champion growth by leading a dynamic tax team, providing strategic guidance and innovative solutions to complex tax issues while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance business objectives and clie...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Unlock new service opportunities by leading strategic execution and cross-functional collaboration. Drive rapid market launches and enhance customer engagement through innovative program management an...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $182K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a dynamic team, enhancing processes, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Collaborate across departments to foster innovation and improve performa...

2 days ago

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

$152K - $173K *

Shape the future of financial strategy by leading budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. Collaborate with executives to drive data-driven decisions and optimize resource allocation in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $173K *

Lead the charge in strategic financial planning and analysis, partnering with leadership to drive informed decisions. Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis while enhancing financial...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.