Job Title Category Manager | Location High Wycombe – Hybrid So what’s it all about? As our next Category Manager, you will be an insightful thought leader, with a real passion for building relationships and influencing decisions through data. You will love a challenge and will enjoy working within a fast-paced environment where you will be the key link between the commercial team within Hovis and the retailers. You will be truly dedicated with an excitement for rolling your sleeves up, understanding the operation, building key relationships internally and externally and establishing trust as you go. As our next Category Manager, you will be data driven with a real passion for what you do. Working alongside a committed team, you will be responsible for turning data into insights to deliver best in class solutions for both Hovis and the retailers leading to actionable results. This role is about being part of a business with a strong culture and a real sense of togetherness. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and will have a mindset for delivery and achieving the best possible outcome for all. The Key Requirements… Experience working with data Fact based selling experience Strong and demonstrable presentation skills Great interpersonal and relationship building skills We’ll provide you with opportunities to learn new skills, grow and develop and we aim to provide our colleagues with a job for life We have many long-serving colleagues, some with over 30 years' experience with us. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative and friendly team environment. Benefits baked in All colleagues can choose from a wide range of benefits, here’s a top crust taster of what we offer: Competitive annual leave and flexibility where possible for a healthy work-life balance and recharge your batteries. Three levels of pension schemes to suit your needs. Aviva DigiCare Workplace App includes annual health checks, digital GP consultations, nutritional advice, and much more. Hovis Choice benefits platform for everyday savings, cashback and much more. Free on-site parking. Why Hovis? From breakfast to midnight snack, 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 (1), and we’re the nation’s 5th most popular FMCG brand (2). As we continue to innovate, we seek talented, dedicated people to join us. For over 133 years, our 2,800-strong team has delivered top-quality Hovis bakery goods, and we look forward to strengthening our brand further. Join us to be part of this exciting journey and help us remain a leading bakery company for years to come. At Hovis, we believe in embracing diversity and creating a welcoming workplace for everyone. Whether you're applying for a job or already part of our team, we promise to treat you with fairness, respect, and dignity. You will be valued and included here at Hovis. Does this sound like the right environment for you? If so, we would love to hear from you. To find out more about Hovis please visit our website and social media channels hovis.co.uk