Category Marketing Controller
Category Marketing Controller
(Yorkshire-based / Multi-site — Hull, HU7 / Sherburn-in-Elmet)
*Salary to be discussed at application stage*
We are looking for an experienced senior category professional to step into a strategic, high‑impact leadership role at the centre of a £360m partnership with one of the UK’s most influential retailers. As Category Marketing Controller, you’ll be the strategic partner to the Account Director — jointly driving category performance, long‑term transformation, and future‑thinking growth across Fresh Pork, Bacon, Gammon and Sausages.
This is a role with real ownership, pace, and visibility. A perfect next step for an ambitious leader ready to make a significant mark within a fast‑moving, quality‑focused food business.
About Cranswick
At Cranswick, we’re passionate about producing exceptional food while championing sustainability, innovation, and long-term category leadership. We believe in empowering our people, fostering collaboration, and creating development pathways that help ambitious individuals thrive. Join us and become part of a market‑leading business defined by integrity, pace, and continuous improvement.
What You’ll Lead on
- Category Strategy: Own and drive the long‑term category growth vision, championing the future of MFP OL categories.
- Insight & Foresight: Translate IRI, Kantar, Nielsen, dunnhumby and other data sources into actionable, commercially powerful insights.
- Retailer Leadership: Become the retailer’s trusted advisor — shaping their investment decisions, category roadmap and growth agenda.
- Innovation Influence: Play a central role in shaping the retailer‑aligned product development strategy, using trend, consumer and behaviour insight.
- Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a high‑performing team of Category Managers & Executives, fostering an insight‑driven, curious culture.
- Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Sales, NPD, Production, Marketing, Finance and site teams to embed category strategy across the business.
- High‑Impact Storytelling: Deliver compelling, insight-led reporting and presentations to senior internal and retailer stakeholders.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a strategic, influential category professional ready to step up and own a critical high‑visibility role. You’ll ideally have;
- 5+ years’ experience at Senior Category Management level within FMCG (ideally chilled/fresh).
- Strong strategic thinking — able to translate data into growth opportunities and clear direction.
- Excellent analytical capability across market, shopper and consumer data.
- Relationship‑building strength at all levels, internally and with retail partners.
- Confident decision‑making, communication and influencing skills.
- A passion for food, consumer trends and inspiring others.
- High standards, attention to detail and a proactive, “can-do” mindset.
What We Offer
- A high-profile strategic role with significant ownership and influence.
- Professional development within a secure, fast-moving and progressive food business.
- Opportunities to work closely with senior retail partners and internal leaders.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Company Share Save scheme with discounted share purchase options.
- Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy additional days.
- Access to major high-street discounts via our benefits portal.
- Company car scheme eligibility.
To Apply
Submit your CV and cover letter to [email protected]
Closing Date: 7th March 2026
*Internal applicants must inform their managers before applying*
*please note, the role may close early if we have sufficient applicants*