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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$99K - $121K *

Transform project delivery by leading a dynamic IT PMO team, ensuring strategic alignment and successful execution of complex initiatives while fostering collaboration and accountability across all le...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead comprehensive purchasing operations, influencing sourcing strategies and supplier partnerships to achieve production goals and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $195K *

Take ownership of legal technology management, driving AI solutions and cross-functional alignment. Lead change management initiatives and data analytics to enhance operational efficiency and support...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $195K *

Pioneer innovative legal tech solutions, driving cross-functional collaboration and change management. Lead strategic planning, data analytics, and financial oversight to enhance operational efficienc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving new app advertiser relationships and campaigns. Own the full sales cycle from prospecting to launch, leveraging your expertise in ad tech and mobile media to enhance our pr...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $126K *

Lead and optimize subcontract management by negotiating agreements, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive successful federal contracting outcomes while mentoring junior sta...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining the buyer experience in B2B software. As a Principal Product Manager, you'll lead strategy, drive product delivery, and enhance buyer trust across multiple platforms, ens...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative technology programs in Open-RAN and NTN. Manage cross-functional initiatives, collaborate with product teams, and ensure successful delivery while mitigating ris...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Champion strategic growth by connecting leadership and business units, managing M&A pipelines, and driving opportunity assessments. Lead cross-functional initiatives to align corporate development wit...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of export compliance by partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulations in aerospace and defense markets, driving growth through strategic guidance and effec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead transformative supply chain initiatives, enhancing planning processes and operational models across diverse sectors. Collaborate with clients to implement advanced solutions, ensuring alignment w...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by managing a diverse portfolio of retail and industrial properties across multiple states. This hands-on role focuses on operational excellence, financial performance, and tenant...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Transform product strategy into impactful solutions by leading cross-functional teams, understanding customer needs, and driving measurable outcomes in a dynamic fintech environment. Your expertise wi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading global product strategies that drive growth and innovation. Collaborate cross-functionally to prioritize customer needs, enhance product performance, and support internatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $190K *

Shape project success by leading cross-functional teams to meet deadlines, budgets, and quality standards while fostering communication and identifying opportunities for improvement...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of small-business finance by leading AI-driven product initiatives. Drive customer onboarding, enhance workflows, and integrate solutions to simplify financial management for users, w...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$78K - $156K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage complex commercial contracts, balancing legal and business needs. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive negotiations and enhance contracting process...

Durham, NCRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$121K - $161K *

Lead the charge in strategic sourcing for manufacturing services, driving cost reductions and supplier management. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance procurement strategies and ensure complianc...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic team in warehouse management. Oversee operations, enhance productivity, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards while collaborating with sen...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform third-party management by leading strategic oversight and governance initiatives. Drive compliance, optimize vendor relationships, and enhance risk management practices while collaborating w...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $227K *

Champion security excellence by leveraging your extensive experience in executive protection and risk management to safeguard leadership and enhance organizational resilience across global operations...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$188K - $274K *

Drive strategic logistics initiatives by managing complex projects and optimizing supply chain operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and ensure seamless order fulfi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead comprehensive oversight of property assets for the Space Development Agency, ensuring accurate lifecycle management and compliance with regulations while supporting mission partners and enhancing...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K *

Contribute to the growth of digital marketing initiatives by strategizing and executing SEO, event promotions, and audience engagement efforts. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experience and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse commercial real estate projects, collaborating with clients, and leading teams to ensure successful project delivery from planning to completion...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.