Category Development Manager

3 days ago


High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Hovis Ltd Full time

At Hovis Ltd, we're looking for a Category Development Manager to join our team. As a key member, you'll be responsible for driving commercial growth and delivering best-in-class solutions for both Hovis and retailers. Your expertise will help us maintain our position as the nation's 5th most popular FMCG brand.

The role requires experience working with data, fact-based selling, strong presentation skills, and great interpersonal skills. You'll work closely with our commercial team to turn insights into actionable results, ensuring a seamless link between Hovis and retailers.

We estimate the salary for this position to be around £55,000 - £65,000 per annum, depending on your qualifications and experience. Our benefits package includes competitive annual leave, three levels of pension schemes, and a range of perks through our Hovis Choice benefits platform.

About Us

Hovis has been the heart of UK homes for generations, with love in every loaf. Our products are consistently ranked number one or two in bread loaves categories across the UK and Northern Ireland. We're a leading bakery company with a strong culture and a real sense of togetherness.



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