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Category Management Senior Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Category Management Senior Manager make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Category Management Senior Manager in the United States is $147,710 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $71.

However, a Category Management Senior Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $157,663
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $135,908 to $152,920
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $125,163
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75th Percentile $152,920 $12,743 $2,941 $74
Average $147,710 $12,309 $2,841 $71
25th Percentile $135,908 $11,326 $2,614 $65
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Key Factors That Influence Category Management Senior Manager Salaries

A Category Management Senior Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Category Management Senior Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Category Management Senior Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Category Management Supervisor (10+ years): $111,625
  • Category Management Manager (10+ years): $128,230
  • Category Management Senior Manager (10+ years): $147,710
  • Category Management Director (10+ years): $181,456
  • VP of Category Management (10+ years): $217,990
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Category Management Supervisor10+ years$111,625
Category Management Manager10+ years$128,230
Category Management Senior Manager10+ years$147,710
Category Management Director10+ years$181,456
VP of Category Management10+ years$217,990
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Top Paying Cities for Category Management Senior Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $186,307
  • San Francisco: $184,267
  • Oakland: $180,383

Category Management Senior Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Category Management Senior Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $166,450. While startup companies pay approximate $140,718.

Category Management Senior Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$140,718
Growth Stage51~500$148,843
Established501~5000$160,721
Enterprise5000+$166,450

Category Management Senior Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Category Management Senior Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 85% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Category Management Senior Manager positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Category Management Senior Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Category Management Senior Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$206,794$99.040%
Internet$192,023$92.030%
Biotechnology$177,252$85.020%
Chemicals$162,481$78.010%
Energy & Utilities$155,096$75.05%

Category Management Senior Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Category Management Senior Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$135,908
Average $147,710/year
$152,920
$11,326
Average $12,309/month
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Average $2,841/week
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Average $71/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $152,920 $12,743 $2,941 $74
Average $147,710 $12,309 $2,841 $71
25th Percentile $135,908 $11,326 $2,614 $65

Category Management Senior Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Category Management Senior Manager
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VP of Product/Brand Marketing

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Category Management Senior Manager, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Category Management Senior Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Category Management Director $181,456 23%
Product/Brand Marketing Director $206,572 40%

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FAQ about Category Management Senior Manager

1. Where can a Category Management Senior Manager earn the most?

A Category Management Senior Manager's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Category Management Senior Manager earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Category Management Senior Manager is $186,307.

2. What is the highest pay for Category Management Senior Manager?

The highest pay for Category Management Senior Manager is $157,663.

3. What is the lowest pay for Category Management Senior Manager?

The lowest pay for Category Management Senior Manager is $125,163.

4. What are the responsibilities of Category Management Senior Manager?

Leads and manages a team that provides category insights and proposals by analyzing marketing and customer data and monitoring relevant market conditions. Develops the overall strategy for a product category, and researches new product options in the category to drive sales and achieve targets. Oversees the analysis and assessment of category/brand performance. Reviews market-specific assessments of competitors, vendors, and customers and makes recommendations based on findings. Monitors competitor pricing and adjusts strategies accordingly. Develops special arrangements with vendors to enhance product promotions. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. Typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments.

5. What industry pays the highest salary for Category Management Senior Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Category Management Senior Manager roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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