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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$95K - $115K *

Build a robust quality network and integrate assurance practices across projects to enhance performance and foster growth, ensuring alignment with company goals and successful project outcomes...

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful cost management solutions by leading a dynamic team in delivering exceptional estimating services for CRE/TI projects, fostering strong client relationships, and supporting strategic g...

2 weeks ago

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

$92K - $148K *

Elevate your career by leading complex R&D projects in orthopaedics. Drive cross-functional teams from concept to launch, ensuring compliance and innovation in medical device development. Your experti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $148K *

Drive complex R&D projects from initiation to launch, leading cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development in the orthopedic medical device sector. Utilize strong leadership and com...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $184K *

Shape global strategies to drive growth and value creation, collaborating with leadership and regional teams. Utilize strong analytical and communication skills to deliver insights and lead complex pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$250K - $300K *

Transform strategic technical alliances by managing key partnerships, driving joint customer engagement, and integrating solutions. Leverage your expertise in AI infrastructure to shape market reach a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Oversee and lead complex environmental projects in the oil and gas sector, ensuring strategic delivery, risk management, and client satisfaction while fostering long-term relationships and achieving f...

2 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by leading production operations to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements and develop future leaders in a dynamic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining marketing technology by bridging strategy and execution. In this hybrid role, you'll prioritize initiatives, manage project delivery, and collaborate with cross-functiona...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of national right-of-way operations by providing executive leadership, overseeing program delivery, and driving strategic growth initiatives to enhance client relationships and operat...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful go-to-market strategies for data-driven solutions, enhancing product adoption and revenue growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to align marketing objectives with product vision, ensu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $240K *

Lead the charge in defining and delivering AI-driven product capabilities, enhancing security workflows for modern AppSec teams. Collaborate with engineering and stakeholders to create intuitive, ente...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $144K *

Shape the future of client partnerships by leading a dynamic team to drive strategic outcomes and foster trusted relationships, ensuring successful delivery of solutions tailored to client needs and o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $144K *

Help us drive strategic outcomes by leading a Partner Management team, fostering client relationships, and implementing effective strategies to enhance operational success and revenue growth across cl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $144K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance client relationships and drive strategic outcomes. Oversee operational success and develop effective strategies for client segments, ensuring timely delivery of solution...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $144K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic client relationships, driving operational success, and developing a high-performing Partner Management team to enhance client satisfaction and revenue growth...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $144K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team driving strategic client relationships and operational success. Lead a Partner Management team to enhance client engagement and deliver tailored solutions that mee...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $170K *

Create impactful product strategies by owning the full lifecycle of AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define priorities, validate customer needs, and drive alignment, ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $196K *

Drive financial leadership and decision support across global Supply Chain operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to connect operational performance with financial impact, while leading a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $196K *

Join a team that's redefining financial leadership in global supply chain FP&A. Drive strategic insights, lead a talented team, and connect operational performance to financial outcomes across diverse...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $196K *

Drive financial leadership and decision support across global Supply Chain operations. Own FP&A processes, lead a team of analysts, and partner with leadership to connect operational performance with...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining mobile solutions for professionals. You'll lead product strategy, prototype with AI, and drive impactful changes across our mobile apps, ensuring seamless experiences for...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K *

Lead the development and management of warehouse operations, ensuring production, quality, and safety goals are met while optimizing resources and fostering team motivation for continuous improvement...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $168K *

Optimize global sourcing strategies for mechanical components, leading cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and drive cost savings. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure supply chain resilie...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Tax Manager, guiding clients through complex tax challenges while fostering team growth and innovation. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver exceptional service...

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  •   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.