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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$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver expert cost management services across diverse commercial real estate projects. Leverage your leadership skills to drive best practices, mentor junior staff, and ensure...

6 days ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive cost management services for complex commercial real estate projects, ensuring proactive planning, financial oversight, and stakeholder collaboration throug...

6 days ago

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

$168K - $253K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives that shape the future of Industrial Automation. Collaborate with senior leaders to translate insights into actionable growth strategies, driving innov...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$168K - $253K *

Contribute to shaping the future of Industrial Automation by leading strategic initiatives, translating market insights into actionable recommendations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $145K *

Elevate sales strategy and execution through data-driven insights, maximizing growth and ROI. Collaborate closely with key customers, translating brand goals into actionable plans while mentoring futu...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$118K - $189K *

Drive growth by leading category management initiatives, optimizing vendor relationships, and leveraging data insights to enhance product performance and customer engagement in a dynamic eCommerce env...

1 month ago

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

$118K - $189K *

Drive category growth by leading P&L management, vendor relations, and strategic planning. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize product performance and enhance customer engagement through data-d...

1 month ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion purchasing excellence by managing supplier relationships and ensuring timely procurement of mechanical and electrical components for production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading Procure-to-Pay initiatives, optimizing business processes, and enhancing systems integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and visibility...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by managing international tax provisions and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize tax strategies, enhance reporting accuracy, and drive process improve...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$154K - $192K *

Lead transformative programs to optimize customer experience delivery, focusing on BPO partnerships and evolving service models. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless transitions and enhance ope...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $192K *

Elevate customer experience by leading strategic transitions in service delivery. Focus on optimizing BPO partnerships and evolving operational models to enhance support efficiency and customer satisf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $173K *

Lead high-impact programs to optimize customer experience support, focusing on BPO partnerships and evolving service delivery models. Collaborate across teams to ensure smooth transitions and enhance...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $173K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative programs that optimize customer experience delivery. Drive strategic transitions across service models, ensuring seamless integration and operational excelle...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $135K *

Lead the charge in transforming supply chain processes through automation and standardization. Drive vendor performance and optimize inventory management while creating innovative solutions that enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $135K *

Drive supply chain excellence by standardizing processes, automating replenishment, and enhancing vendor performance. Lead S&OP initiatives to optimize inventory and product launches, creating scalabl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$108K - $130K *

Contribute to strategic sales planning by translating brand objectives into actionable channel-specific strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive product launches and ensure alignment betwee...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$163K - $221K *

Elevate partner technology integrations by leading cross-functional programs, ensuring timely launches and quality outcomes. Drive metrics, manage dependencies, and streamline processes to enhance col...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $244K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives by engaging senior executives to identify and solve procurement and supply chain challenges, enhancing operational efficiency and cost performance through tailored se...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive successful oncology clinical trials. Manage project lifecycle from start-up to closeout, ensuring quality outcomes and strategic alignment. Foster team excellence...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize supplier relationships by managing procurement operations, leading cross-functional projects, and driving cost-reduction initiatives to enhance quality and delivery performance in a dynamic e...

5 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Champion client success by managing enterprise accounts, driving retention and growth through strategic partnerships and data-driven insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance employee wellbei...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$121K - $219K *

Lead the demand forecasting strategy for the Americas, driving cultural transformation and robust planning processes. Collaborate across functions to deliver accurate forecasts and insights, enabling...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of finance in a fast-growing SaaS startup. As a Senior Finance Manager, you'll drive strategic decisions, oversee accounting, and enhance financial operations to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Champion strategic sourcing and category management, leading a high-performing team to drive value and optimize procurement processes across multiple business units while managing supplier relationshi...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.