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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$109K - $136K *

Champion complex IT Infrastructure projects, aligning technology with business needs. Lead cross-functional teams through all project phases, ensuring quality delivery and stakeholder engagement while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K *

Drive excellence in customer service operations by overseeing safety, resource management, and financial performance while fostering strong client relations and compliance with operational standards...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of strategic content development by crafting compelling narratives that elevate brand presence and support business growth. Collaborate with leaders to transform complex ideas into im...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in strategic content development to enhance brand visibility and support business growth. Collaborate with senior leaders to create compelling narratives and thought leadership that po...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the brand through strategic content development, driving thought leadership and executive communications. Collaborate with leaders to craft compelling narratives that enhance market presence a...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Develop and execute strategic content initiatives that elevate brand visibility and support business growth. Collaborate with leaders to create compelling narratives and thought leadership materials t...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $180K *

Empower your career by leading strategic merchandising planning and financial forecasting. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive insights and optimize category performance while mentoring a high-per...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative managed-service campaigns across CTV, OLV, display, and audio. Collaborate with top agencies, optimize performance, and drive revenue while managing complex projects end-to-end on v...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$96K *

Optimize domestic logistics operations and lead a team to ensure efficient, compliant transportation from international vendors, driving continuous improvement and cost savings while collaborating acr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$187K - $269K *

Drive the digital transformation by owning the Marketing + Sales roadmap, leading commercial initiatives, and fostering partnerships to deliver impactful solutions that enhance growth and engagement i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to drive AI security product marketing initiatives, focusing on buyer insights, competitive analysis, and effective sales enablement. Collaborate on launches and con...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $155K *

Lead the charge in executing complex business initiatives by developing strategic plans, optimizing performance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Drive continuous improvement and ensure a...

Yesterday

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

$103K - $172K *

Drive the commercial strategy for a private label portfolio across ecommerce channels. Lead growth initiatives, optimize performance, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance brand presence and p...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex operations projects, driving strategic initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance business efficiency and performance. Your expertis...

6 days ago

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

$174K - $286K *

Optimize product strategy and development for innovative supply chain solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and drive adoption of shipping features across mobil...

6 days ago

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

$60K - $106K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and innovate in indirect supply chain management, enhancing supplier relationships and driving efficiency across multiple regions. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Advance financial accuracy by leading month-end close processes, overseeing reporting, and enhancing internal controls. Collaborate across diverse business units to drive continuous improvement and de...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $171K *

Drive strategic contract negotiations and compliance efforts, collaborating across teams to protect interests while fostering strong client relationships. Leverage legal expertise to navigate complex...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Empower our manufacturing capabilities by leading AI-driven tools in our MES. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality, driving significant adva...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in manufacturing by developing AI-powered tools that enhance efficiency and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, ensuring rapid advancements in prod...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive transformation in manufacturing by enhancing our Manufacturing Execution System (MES). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve throughput, quality, and cost structure, enabling signif...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on category management, driving insights and strategies for retail partnerships. Collaborate with teams to enhance distribution and shelving, leveraging da...

Bolton, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving global growth by optimizing supplier partnerships and enhancing KAYAK for Business's value proposition. Lead evaluations, foster strategic relationships, and collaborate acr...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $125K *

Transform global benefits programs by designing and delivering impactful health, wellness, and retirement solutions across multiple regions, ensuring compliance and enhancing employee engagement in a...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$92K - $125K *

Join a team that's redefining global benefits programs! Collaborate to design and implement innovative health, wellness, and retirement solutions across multiple regions, ensuring compliance and enhan...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.