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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$150K - $200K *

Champion a transformative role in manufacturing operations, leading production teams to establish efficient processes and ensure safety while scaling operations from early builds to sustained producti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $146K *

Manage creative development and production processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to negotiate contracts and optimize workflows, wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of product innovation by leading strategic portfolio management initiatives that align with business goals, drive profitability, and enhance market competitiveness through effective l...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Take ownership of strategic portfolio management to drive growth and innovation. Lead cross-functional teams in optimizing product lifecycle and aligning strategies with market demands, ensuring compe...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project management for large-scale data center operations, ensuring timely delivery and quality control. Collaborate with clients and teams to drive innovative solutions and achieve operation...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive project management excellence for critical data center operations, overseeing planning, design, and execution across multiple projects. Collaborate with clients to ensure timely delivery and qua...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing supply chain strategies that align with business objectives, fostering collaboration across teams to drive performance and deliver measurable value in a dyn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing complex client projects, ensuring strategic execution, budget adherence, and fostering strong relationships while mentoring team members and driving process improvements fo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Join us to lead North America's field and demand marketing efforts, driving pipeline and revenue through strategic programs and cross-functional collaboration with sales and marketing teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $210K *

Elevate your career by leading day-to-day operations in manufacturing, driving safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate across teams to enhance production outcomes and foster a high-performing cul...

1 week ago

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

$118K - $210K *

Champion operational excellence in manufacturing by leading day-to-day activities, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met across value streams to achieve pro...

1 week ago

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

$118K - $189K *

Transform manufacturing operations by leading day-to-day activities, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring safety and quality in production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve o...

1 week ago

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

$89K - $151K *

Join a dynamic team to shape supplier diversity initiatives, enhancing inclusion and engagement with diverse subcontractors and suppliers. Lead operational strategies and develop tools to drive impact...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion product strategy and delivery across global markets, driving high-impact initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical solutions, ensuring me...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$112K - $135K *

Drive product strategy and P&L management while collaborating across teams to innovate and launch products that meet market demands and revenue goals. Leverage customer insights and competitive analys...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Strategize product category growth by managing P&L, developing roadmaps, and collaborating across teams to ensure innovative advancements and market relevance, driving revenue and customer satisfactio...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful product marketing strategies, leading positioning, pricing, and launches. Collaborate cross-functionally to transform insights into measurable results while building a robust product m...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $173K *

Lead a dynamic SAP team to enhance system capabilities, align North American operations with global standards, and drive strategic initiatives that support organizational growth and efficiency...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of operational excellence by managing a diverse team overseeing 1.8 million square feet of facilities. Drive high performance, ensure effective communication, and foster collaborative r...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategy and execution of internal systems that drive operational efficiency and scalability, enhancing financial and academic workflows to support significant growth a...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining product supply strategies for complex biopharmaceuticals. Lead integrated planning efforts, ensuring patient supply while balancing service, inventory, and cost. Drive co...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Elevate sourcing strategies by leading procurement for construction products. Drive vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and analyze market trends to optimize costs and enhance product quality w...

1 week ago

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

$155K - $306K *

Join a dynamic team to lead AML Managed Services, ensuring compliance and quality across complex engagements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable solutions that mitigate financi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $306K *

Champion compliance excellence by leading AML Managed Services engagements, driving risk assessment, and enhancing financial crime processes. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality solutions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $306K *

Lead the design and execution of AML Managed Services, ensuring compliance and quality across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess risks, enhance processes, and deliver scalable solutions th...

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  •   8 - 10 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.